identifying glass/plexi/acryl

Discussion in 'I made this!' started by 2t2_crash, Feb 1, 2008.

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  1. 2t2_crash

    2t2_crash Fire Worm

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    the tank is glass, baffles are acryl
     
    2t2_crash, Feb 2, 2008
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  2. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    in that case use silicone
     
    reef_guru, Feb 2, 2008
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  3. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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    I thought silicone didn't bond to acrylic?
     
    ser_renely, Jul 18, 2008
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  4. gazog

    gazog Kole Tang

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    I wouldn't use it to build a sump or tank but ti hold baffels in place it works just fine.
     
    gazog, Jul 18, 2008
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  5. tazzy695

    tazzy695 Feather Duster

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    another option would be to use a good epoxy putty that is marine safe try and get one that says it will bond well to both glass and acrylic
     
    tazzy695, Jul 20, 2008
    tazzy695, Jul 20, 2008
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