Plexiglass baffles???

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  1. Indiana Boy

    Indiana Boy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I am in the process of building a sump/fugue (30 gallon tank) for my 75 gallon aquarium. I have plexiglass more readily available than acrylic. Can I use plexiglass for my baffles or is acrylic a must? Any input is appreciated.
    Thanks in advance
     
    Indiana Boy, Nov 17, 2010
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  2. Renee@LionfishLair

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    Plexiglass is acrylic.

    A thicker baffle is much more stable. Glue as many pieces of plexi together as you can to make a thicker sheet.... well, not TOO many :)
     
    Renee@LionfishLair, Nov 17, 2010
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  3. 2in10

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    Buy the .25 inch thick plexi. You can silicone them to the sides of the tank. Run a bead around the edges and the a bead on both sides at the seams to keep them in place.
     
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  4. Indiana Boy

    Indiana Boy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Okay great. Thanks for the info. I'm on the road to a new build now. I will make a thread as I progress. Thanks again!
     
    Indiana Boy, Nov 17, 2010
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  5. Renee@LionfishLair

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    Heeeeey... I can't get that here at the "common" stores. That would be sweet.
     
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