SC Aquariums Owners Thread - Page 51

roberthu526 · 10/03/2016, 02:03 PM

Following along this thread. A lot of good information so thanks to all who contributed.

I am thinking about buying the 210 gallon tank but $3,000 is quite pricey for me. Is SCA pretty firm on the price or is there room for negotiation? I saw earlier someone made an offer and got a pretty good deal. Any insights are greatly appreciated.

soulpatch · 10/03/2016, 02:09 PM

there is typically some wiggle room and if you buy things like a stand or equipment you can get some decent deals. IE If you were looking to get Ecotech or Kessil lighting they can normally hook you up.

indyjaco · 10/03/2016, 02:13 PM

For those that had the .5" and 1" overflow, how did you configure your overflow? I only plan to have 300 GPH or so of flow through the sump. Return is a Eheim 1262.

I ordered the ABS bulkheads and .5" loc line. I don't want to drill it.

JBarnes · 10/03/2016, 02:26 PM

Any of you built a glass top for these tanks? I have the SC150 and would like to have a glass top. Jerry.

soulpatch · 10/03/2016, 02:30 PM

why would you want a glass top? That stops gas exchange, allows salt creep on the glass which impacts par, and numerous other issues.

mallard · 10/03/2016, 02:43 PM

I'd do a screen over glass any day. Have you looked at the ClearView lids? I'll be ordering one for my custom build here soon.

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JonCubb · 10/03/2016, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mallard

I'd do a screen over glass any day. Have you looked at the ClearView lids? I'll be ordering one for my custom build here soon.

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ClearView lids are made by a local company named Artfully Acrylic in Manassas VA, great guys! I've seen their work in both custom tanks and the lids, fantastic work. They also have a space next door to their shop where they sell corals and fish (named Incredible Corals), the only place I buy my corals now!

zooman72 · 10/03/2016, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soulpatch

why would you want a glass top? That stops gas exchange, allows salt creep on the glass which impacts par, and numerous other issues.

Glass tops keep fish and water in - i.e. they cut down greatly on evaporation. They can also keep kids and cats out of the tank. I had a local glass shop cut me a top for my SCA 50g cube, and used 10mm clips from Innovative Marine to place it over the aquarium, resulting in a small gap between the top and the sides. I have zero salt creep, and dust it every few days with a dusting wand.

I also really wish the theory of limited gas exchange when employing a glass or acrylic top would die - with the turnover of water from sump and back, plus a skimmer running, there are typically zero issues with having a glass top on the tank.

JBarnes · 10/04/2016, 07:52 AM

As zooman has pointed out this 150 is going in a closet of a bedroom that has become my office. I want the tank sealed up tight to reduce the humidity inside the closet. The sump and related equipment sits in the basement below this closet which would allow for plenty of air exchange.

JBarnes · 10/04/2016, 08:32 AM

As zooman has pointed out this 150 is going in a closet of a bedroom that has become my office. I want the tank sealed up tight to reduce the humidity inside the closet. The sump and related equipment sits in the basement below this closet which would allow for plenty of air exchange.

indyjaco · 10/08/2016, 07:01 PM

What does a .5" herbie @ full siphon flow?

OceanWolf · 10/08/2016, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by indyjaco

What does a .5" herbie @ full siphon flow?

Good question. My DC 9000 works at 68%.

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T8T · 10/10/2016, 08:42 PM

Nearing completion on the stand, The Tardis.
Stained

Chalk Painted Navy

Distressed a little.

Antiqued and waxed.

Last step is to apply PolyAcrylic and get this thing indoors.

acer · 10/11/2016, 08:42 AM

that's great!!

roberthu526 · 10/11/2016, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zooman72

Glass tops keep fish and water in - i.e. they cut down greatly on evaporation. They can also keep kids and cats out of the tank. I had a local glass shop cut me a top for my SCA 50g cube, and used 10mm clips from Innovative Marine to place it over the aquarium, resulting in a small gap between the top and the sides. I have zero salt creep, and dust it every few days with a dusting wand.

I also really wish the theory of limited gas exchange when employing a glass or acrylic top would die - with the turnover of water from sump and back, plus a skimmer running, there are typically zero issues with having a glass top on the tank.

Exactly why I use glass tops on all my tanks. Gas exchange with sumps and skimmers should really not be a concern.

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acer · 10/11/2016, 07:32 PM

I would definitely use a glass top if I did not have a good tight canopy- I may use one even in a canopy to prevent salt creep. But since I am typically lazy I am afraid I would not clean it regularly enough and then the corals would suffer from decreased light.

reefer333_ · 10/18/2016, 05:27 AM

Does SC Aquariums offer any warranty on their tanks? I couldn't find anything on their website. Thanks.

soulpatch · 10/18/2016, 07:34 AM

Yes they offer warranty. I think it is 1 year tank only or 3 years with their wood stand. Someone else can confirm or you can just call up Steve.

Cyproz · 10/18/2016, 07:37 AM

just saw this thread. my dream tank is the SC Aquariums 150 60x24x24. Ill have it one day! Until then ill look at your tanks haha

mr70ss · 10/18/2016, 10:10 AM

Hi all I'm new to the hobby and RC. I was about to pull the trigger on a RS Reefer 170, until I saw some posts about SCA's.. After doing some research and emailing Steve at SCA, I placed my order for a 50gal cube drilled for a herbie and I upgraded to the 36" oak stand. I plan on using the stock pump and skimmer to start out and will upgrade if needed. I'll also be using a Kessil a360we for lighting. Anyone have any pointers on setup or care to share things they wish they would have done on their setups? thanks

soulpatch · 10/18/2016, 10:15 AM

There are build threads in the tank journal forum on here. Look at Homer's for one that is close to the size you are getting. I personally would throw out the plumbing the tank comes with and use all of my own PVC and such for it but that is me.

reefer333_ · 10/18/2016, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cyproz

just saw this thread. my dream tank is the SC Aquariums 150 60x24x24. Ill have it one day! Until then ill look at your tanks haha

You r in luck. They have 150 tank only on sale for 999. Why wait when u can have it today

mr70ss · 10/18/2016, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soulpatch

There are build threads in the tank journal forum on here. Look at Homer's for one that is close to the size you are getting. I personally would throw out the plumbing the tank comes with and use all of my own PVC and such for it but that is me.

Thanks for the heads up, I did not mention it but was planning on doing that. thanks again.

soulpatch · 10/18/2016, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cyproz

just saw this thread. my dream tank is the SC Aquariums 150 60x24x24. Ill have it one day! Until then ill look at your tanks haha

I would say check out my build thread BUT be leary that it will likely cause you to spend WAY more money then you thought. LOL.

I have probably cost some like Blinky to spend well more then he had budgeted... HA

acer · 10/19/2016, 10:17 AM

Yep- my same tank as well. MY bill thread doesn't show costs- so heart friendly. LOL. Much of the equipment ( skimmer, lights, pumps, rock, sand, refugium/sump tanks) I am using in my new setup I already had or got used for cheap. So , it can be done - but even then it ain't a cheap hobby.

10/03/2016, 02:09 PM	#1252
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	there is typically some wiggle room and if you buy things like a stand or equipment you can get some decent deals. IE If you were looking to get Ecotech or Kessil lighting they can normally hook you up. __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

10/03/2016, 02:13 PM	#1253
indyjaco Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 726	For those that had the .5" and 1" overflow, how did you configure your overflow? I only plan to have 300 GPH or so of flow through the sump. Return is a Eheim 1262. I ordered the ABS bulkheads and .5" loc line. I don't want to drill it. __________________ Jacob SCA 120G RB 48 V2

10/03/2016, 02:30 PM	#1255
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	why would you want a glass top? That stops gas exchange, allows salt creep on the glass which impacts par, and numerous other issues. __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

10/08/2016, 07:01 PM	#1261
indyjaco Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 726	What does a .5" herbie @ full siphon flow? __________________ Jacob SCA 120G RB 48 V2

10/10/2016, 08:42 PM	#1263
T8T Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: G.P. Texas Posts: 74	Nearing completion on the stand, The Tardis. Stained Chalk Painted Navy Distressed a little. Antiqued and waxed. Last step is to apply PolyAcrylic and get this thing indoors. __________________ Chris Current Tank Info: 50 Gallon SCA Cube Custom Stand

10/03/2016, 02:03 PM	#1251
roberthu526 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 290	Following along this thread. A lot of good information so thanks to all who contributed. I am thinking about buying the 210 gallon tank but $3,000 is quite pricey for me. Is SCA pretty firm on the price or is there room for negotiation? I saw earlier someone made an offer and got a pretty good deal. Any insights are greatly appreciated.

10/03/2016, 02:26 PM	#1254
JBarnes Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mead, Colorado Posts: 328	Any of you built a glass top for these tanks? I have the SC150 and would like to have a glass top. Jerry.

10/03/2016, 02:43 PM	#1256
mallard Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 87	I'd do a screen over glass any day. Have you looked at the ClearView lids? I'll be ordering one for my custom build here soon. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

10/04/2016, 07:52 AM	#1259
JBarnes Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mead, Colorado Posts: 328	As zooman has pointed out this 150 is going in a closet of a bedroom that has become my office. I want the tank sealed up tight to reduce the humidity inside the closet. The sump and related equipment sits in the basement below this closet which would allow for plenty of air exchange.

10/04/2016, 08:32 AM	#1260
JBarnes Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mead, Colorado Posts: 328	As zooman has pointed out this 150 is going in a closet of a bedroom that has become my office. I want the tank sealed up tight to reduce the humidity inside the closet. The sump and related equipment sits in the basement below this closet which would allow for plenty of air exchange.

10/11/2016, 08:42 AM	#1264
acer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: pittsburgh,pa Posts: 2,612	that's great!!

10/11/2016, 07:32 PM	#1266
acer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: pittsburgh,pa Posts: 2,612	I would definitely use a glass top if I did not have a good tight canopy- I may use one even in a canopy to prevent salt creep. But since I am typically lazy I am afraid I would not clean it regularly enough and then the corals would suffer from decreased light.

10/18/2016, 05:27 AM	#1267
reefer333_ Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Union City, CA Posts: 281	Does SC Aquariums offer any warranty on their tanks? I couldn't find anything on their website. Thanks.

10/18/2016, 07:34 AM	#1268
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	Yes they offer warranty. I think it is 1 year tank only or 3 years with their wood stand. Someone else can confirm or you can just call up Steve. __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

10/18/2016, 07:37 AM	#1269
Cyproz Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Posts: 135	just saw this thread. my dream tank is the SC Aquariums 150 60x24x24. Ill have it one day! Until then ill look at your tanks haha

10/18/2016, 10:10 AM	#1270
mr70ss Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Posts: 13	Hi all I'm new to the hobby and RC. I was about to pull the trigger on a RS Reefer 170, until I saw some posts about SCA's.. After doing some research and emailing Steve at SCA, I placed my order for a 50gal cube drilled for a herbie and I upgraded to the 36" oak stand. I plan on using the stock pump and skimmer to start out and will upgrade if needed. I'll also be using a Kessil a360we for lighting. Anyone have any pointers on setup or care to share things they wish they would have done on their setups? thanks

10/18/2016, 10:15 AM	#1271
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	There are build threads in the tank journal forum on here. Look at Homer's for one that is close to the size you are getting. I personally would throw out the plumbing the tank comes with and use all of my own PVC and such for it but that is me. __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

10/19/2016, 10:17 AM	#1275
acer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: pittsburgh,pa Posts: 2,612	Yep- my same tank as well. MY bill thread doesn't show costs- so heart friendly. LOL. Much of the equipment ( skimmer, lights, pumps, rock, sand, refugium/sump tanks) I am using in my new setup I already had or got used for cheap. So , it can be done - but even then it ain't a cheap hobby.