Aquarium and Stand Overview: Tank and Stands

One of the first decisions needed to make is what size tank you are going to set up. With the better understanding of proper husbandry of a reef tank and the advancement in technology almost any size tank can be a reef tank. People are now keeping small tanks under 20 gallons, referred to as nano-reefs up to aquariums in excess of 1,000 gallons. There are two main factors to consider when choosing a tank: 1) Space available to put the tank and 2) Your budget.

It is usually recommended to go with the largest tank that will fit both in the space allotted and the budget set for the tank. Although larger tanks are usually more self sustaining, one should not overspend their budget on a larger tank and then sacrifice on "cheaper" equipment. The components are needed to properly set up a reef tank are just as important, in not more important than the tank itself.

In addition to the tank, a strong stable stand or base will be needed to support the tank. A gallon of freshwater weighs a little over eight pounds and saltwater will weight slightly more. A fifty gallon tank will weight in excess of 400 pounds in just the weight of the water. An unstable stand or base could cause the tank to crack or break causing an obvious huge mess.

AQUARIUM STANDS

We at  www.oceanreeflections.com  sell many different stands for aquariums most of which have a special stand for that particular aquarium or set-up. If you see a stand you like but are wondering if it will fit for a tank you may have already please send us an email and we would be more then happy to give you the dimensions of any stands we sell so you can find a right sized stand for your aquarium. We can be reached at service@oceanreeflections.com

REFUGIUMS and SUMPS - please go back to the main "aquarium school 101" page and visit our link on (refugiums and sumps)  for more info.