240g build 4'x4'x2' cube masterpiece!

[matts125]

I Built this tank for My Dad. It is a 240 gallon cue 48''x48''x25'' it is constructed of 3/4'' cast acrylic sides, front and back and 1/2'' bottom and euorbrace. I designed a coast to coast design overflow and closed loop intake to incorporate his needs for his water flow. it has two 16''x8'' corner overflows with a 15''x24'' closed loop intake screen which is removable, creating a full coast to coast design.

hear are some pictures of the tank.

first the only pic of me working on the tank (my wife snuck it when I wasnt looking)

These pictures focus on the joints, showing the clearity of them.

 

[matts125]

these pictures show the overflow boxes and the custom closed loop screen as well as the closed loop intake manifold.

 

[taichimaster]

wowzer!!!! that is beautiful......Great Job.......

 

[Slate]

I agree, that is simply awesome.

 

[jaygalindo]

I would love to own that, you accept cash??? Not joking by the way

 

[matts125]

I would love to own that, you accept cash??? Not joking by the way

I will custom build to suit, pm me for details. I will be licensed soon too!!!

Matt

 

[luisse25]

that will soon be a gorgeous tank!!

 

[tamarindthai]

what a such a quality workmanship you are,,Matts,,great looking job man

 

[CarlaW]

Your dad is a lucky man.

 

[fairlan]

Yes I am a lucky man. This tank is awesome the quality is outstanding sure surpassed my expectations. It has virtually zero bow when completely full. Now time for a stand and canopy will start on them today.

 

[Herefishyfishy]

As always, quality to perfection. Great work Matt!

 

[Palancar]

That is excellent quality workmanship. Keep the pictures coming and thanks for sharing.

 

[roscoe]

Wow looking good Matt! That is going to be an awsome DT!

 

[krisfal]

Awesome looking tank! Cubes are cool and that sounds like it is an excellent size and layout!

 

[Maxx]

Matt,
that looks stunning! Great workmanship and attention to detail....

What are you keeping in here Fairlan? What are you planning to use to run the closed loop? How are the closed loop outlets going to be positioned?

Nick

 

[matts125]

Matt,
that looks stunning! Great workmanship and attention to detail....

What are you keeping in here Fairlan? What are you planning to use to run the closed loop? How are the closed loop outlets going to be positioned?

Nick

Thanks nick!

He is running a hammerhead with an OM 8way with 6 nozzels over the top and 2 throuh the OFB's. I believe he will be using revolutions on the top 6 nozzels. It will be great for a full blown sps reef!

Cheers
Matt

 

[Reef Setup]

Good build matt!
If you can do glass that way holler at me!

 

[Saltyfish]

some more quality work by you Matt.

Hey you stole my idea for the closed loop intake screen which is removable

When I was talking to the guy who built my 630 I was trying to explain that and he could not get it.

Looks great!

 

[matts125]

some more quality work by you Matt.

Hey you stole my idea for the closed loop intake screen which is removable

When I was talking to the guy who built my 630 I was trying to explain that and he could not get it.

Looks great!

thanks James,

it is simple, looks good and is very effective for a closed loop and no losing fish to the intake!!!!

Matt

 

[Saltyfish]

thanks James,

it is simple, looks good and is very effective for a closed loop and no losing fish to the intake!!!!

Matt

Ok ok mine was a little different I said slots about 6 inches from the top so there was plenty of water flowing, you have holes, I like the idea of holes better, I hope they do not get clogged.

The reason behind my slots 6 inches from top: If I ever had a issue I would only lose 6 inches of water intead of entire tank.

Also I was planning on putting my pipes for the supply and return(s) through the closed loop over flow. That way all pipes would go through the bottom of the tank instead of the back of it or around the tank.

Two great ideas from two people making it better for everyone. Either way it looks great and it is only going to get better.