AGA 55g tempered sides?

[class clown]

Anyone know if the sides of an AGA standard 55 is tempered or not? I tried contacting them recently, but it appears they've been bought out by a company called Aqueon and I'm afraid I haven't had much luck in the Q&A department over there..

just trying to avoid another mishap

Ben

 

[logiktest]

I recently purchased one. I called them to ask the same thing. They said that the 55 IS tempered on the bottom, and NOT tempered on the sides. I have not drilled this tank yet, so I dont know for sure, But that is what the manufacture told me. I hope this helps you to avoid breaking another one. Good luck!

 

[mmkeeper]

Compare the glass on the bottom to the side and see if it looks different.

 

[jagwire]

tempered sides

the 55 is not tempered i have had no problems drilling one or course theres always a slight chance

 

[class clown]

Thank you guys! Logic- you don't want to go first do ya (he he)

 

[class clown]

Hey, what do you know.. I got a final word from the manufacturer too.. Just posting up here in case it helps anyone else in the future...

"Hello Ben,
The sides and back of any All-Glass or Oceanic aquarium will not be tempered, however the bottom will be tempered on a tank that size. If you have any more questions please feel free to contact us at 1-800-255-4527.
Thanks,
Star
Star Wallowing Bull
Technical Support
Central Aquatics
800-255-4527/414-421-9670 Ext 1205"

 

[Snowboarda42]

Wow if that isn't one of the weirdest names ever.

Good luck on drilling the new one, Ben. Hopefully I won't see any chunks of glass on your garage floor on Friday

 

[Herefishyfishy]

Have you considered the steel pipe and brisk hammer blow technique? Works equally well with tempered or not.:lol:

 

[Scooterman]

I use an Oceanic 59g for my sump, the sides weren't tempered & drilled it. Bottom had a sticker on it saying it was tempered. I know AGA owns Oceanic but don't know if they are made the same, ease enough to call them though, they are helpful!

EDIT OH I see you got your reply

 

[logiktest]

Thank you guys! Logic- you don't want to go first do ya (he he)

Sure, I'll go first. But my tank will probably shatter anyway... I think I'm going to make a 36" notch in the top for a coast to coast overflow and about six holes, all in the same pane of glass. We'll see what it can handle...

 

[class clown]

Sure, I'll go first. But my tank will probably shatter anyway... I think I'm going to make a 36" notch in the top for a coast to coast overflow and about six holes, all in the same pane of glass. We'll see what it can handle...

Woooo. Fun and scary. Best of luck my friend!

 

[logiktest]

Thanks, the tank will need it. I see no reason to not go completely overboard with drilling. If its not exciting, the payoff isn't as great.

 

[vwmoneypit]

your sick youre alllll sick i like it!!!!! l.o.l.