Vortech MP10 Glass Thickness Question

demeyer2 · 09/10/2009, 02:10 PM

I recently purchased a Vortech MP10 for my Solana 25g that I'm prepping to build. I know the Solana's glass thickness is 1/4", should I put the circular pad provided in the Vortech packaging between the motor and the glass?

The instructions say do it for any thickness less that 1/4", but I wanted to double check and see what everyone else is doing.

-Dan

demeyer2 · 09/10/2009, 09:17 PM

Do you think it would be wise to re-post this question in the Nano forum?

Haddonisreef · 09/10/2009, 09:22 PM

Id say this is Reef Discussion! I would use the pad as it helps w/ heat, to prevent the glass from cracking under to much heat!

Tadashi · 09/10/2009, 09:23 PM

The magnet is really strong so I would use the pad. It does not hurt. It may even dampen any vibrations.

esco · 09/10/2009, 09:24 PM

You should direct the question in the sponsors section under Ecotech Marine.

I think you'll be fine without the rubber stopper... but it doesn't hurt to put it on if you want to be safe.

Johnny C · 09/10/2009, 10:10 PM

Yes, you should use it.

demeyer2 · 09/10/2009, 10:13 PM

Thanks everyone, I put the rubber pad on just in case and I'm ready to fire it up for the first time!

09/10/2009, 02:10 PM	#1
demeyer2 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sausalito, CA Posts: 455	Vortech MP10 Glass Thickness Question I recently purchased a Vortech MP10 for my Solana 25g that I'm prepping to build. I know the Solana's glass thickness is 1/4", should I put the circular pad provided in the Vortech packaging between the motor and the glass? The instructions say do it for any thickness less that 1/4", but I wanted to double check and see what everyone else is doing. -Dan

09/10/2009, 09:23 PM	#4
Tadashi Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Ft. Hood, TX, USA Posts: 2,252	The magnet is really strong so I would use the pad. It does not hurt. It may even dampen any vibrations. __________________ Honey, put down the bleach and step away from the tank. I promise we will spend more quality time together. Current Tank Info: 14-gal Oceanic BioCube (see homepage link for current status)

09/10/2009, 09:24 PM	#5
esco Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Southern California Posts: 388	You should direct the question in the sponsors section under Ecotech Marine. I think you'll be fine without the rubber stopper... but it doesn't hurt to put it on if you want to be safe. __________________ -- Daniel -- Current Tank Info: 125G Cubish, ELOS Mini

09/10/2009, 10:10 PM	#6
Johnny C Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 4,140	Yes, you should use it. __________________ "...the sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonders forever" -Jacques Cousteau

09/10/2009, 09:17 PM	#2
demeyer2 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sausalito, CA Posts: 455	Do you think it would be wise to re-post this question in the Nano forum?

09/10/2009, 09:22 PM	#3
Haddonisreef Registered Member. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Where ever she needs me Posts: 2,902	Id say this is Reef Discussion! I would use the pad as it helps w/ heat, to prevent the glass from cracking under to much heat!

09/10/2009, 10:13 PM	#7
demeyer2 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sausalito, CA Posts: 455	Thanks everyone, I put the rubber pad on just in case and I'm ready to fire it up for the first time!