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March 14th, 2007, 01:35 AM
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Sump silicone
I picked up some (Loctite) clear household silicone, indoor/outdoor waterproof adhesive/sealant. Is this safe to use for the baffels in my sump?
Thanks for any help! Current Aquarium(s) Description: 12nano, 55fowlr, 75reef, 220 in progress Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since july of 05 Other Intrests: Ocean life, Diving, Texas Hold'em, Movies 
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March 14th, 2007, 01:37 AM
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Re: Sump silicone
I'd only use silicone that says "Aquarium Safe" on it. If you read the fine print, some will say that. Be sure you don't use one that is antifungal or antibacterial.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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March 14th, 2007, 01:57 AM
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Re: Sump silicone
Really, I was more worried about pvc primer and glue Thanks though
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 12nano, 55fowlr, 75reef, 220 in progress Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since july of 05 Other Intrests: Ocean life, Diving, Texas Hold'em, Movies Last edited by margaritaville; March 14th, 2007 at 01:59 AM.
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March 14th, 2007, 02:07 AM
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Re: Sump silicone
yeah i agree with biff. If you go to your LFS, they sell aquarium silicone
Brian Current Aquarium(s) Description: 30 Gal Fish/Reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Since 2004
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March 14th, 2007, 02:33 AM
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Re: Sump silicone
Ya i know, easier said though I live about 1 1/2 hours to one. Maybe just wait till this weekend. I wanted water in it by then!
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 12nano, 55fowlr, 75reef, 220 in progress Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since july of 05 Other Intrests: Ocean life, Diving, Texas Hold'em, Movies
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March 14th, 2007, 03:11 AM
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Re: Sump silicone
as long as it is 100% silicone you are OK. Just be sure that it doesn't have any fungicides or mold inhibitors in it and you are good to go.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 50g, 150w x 2 12k MH, 20g sump/fuge, euro-reef 5-2, ehiem 1262 return Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: it's not the time you've been in but the time you put in... Other Intrests: poker, movies
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#7
March 14th, 2007, 01:06 PM
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Re: Sump silicone
I dont think it does. This is what it is
Loctite Consumer Retail Products | Choose A Glue™ Thanks everyone Current Aquarium(s) Description: 12nano, 55fowlr, 75reef, 220 in progress Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since july of 05 Other Intrests: Ocean life, Diving, Texas Hold'em, Movies
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March 14th, 2007, 01:12 PM
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Re: Sump silicone
I agree with Biff make sure it says aquarium safe.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 30 gallon reef and 125 gallon soon to be incorperated into a reef :) Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: almost 6 years. Other Intrests: collecting comics and cards
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March 14th, 2007, 08:51 PM
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Re: Sump silicone
Loctite clear silicone is the one. but check with the manufacturer to make sure it is marine aqauarium safe.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 150 gal all glass megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 30 yrs Other Intrests: salt water fish and reef subjects
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March 15th, 2007, 05:41 PM
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Re: Sump silicone
Thanks everyone. I did contact loctite and it is safe for all aquariums!!! Ya maybe water in the tank this weekend!
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 12nano, 55fowlr, 75reef, 220 in progress Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since july of 05 Other Intrests: Ocean life, Diving, Texas Hold'em, Movies
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