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07/25/2007, 11:33 AM
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Is lacquered aluminium safe
Hi all,
I have a question regarding a converted Rena aqualife tank. Its running ok and I havnt had any problems but I am wondering if the aluminium brace bars (which sometimes touch the water surface) are safe in salt water ? Appreciate any advice or information. Cheers
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07/25/2007, 12:33 PM
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Salt corrodes untreated aluminum.
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07/25/2007, 01:03 PM
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Bob, when you say untreated, what would it be treated with ? I know the aluminium is lacquered would that be considered treated - apologies if this is a dumb question.
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07/25/2007, 03:21 PM
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Lacquered would be treated, it is a clear finish, most likely put on it to protect it from the salt, not a dumb question.
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07/25/2007, 04:02 PM
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Thanks Bob, eased my mind a bit now.
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