efish19 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Hey guys, Ive been second guessing myself for over a year now and just cannot make up my mind on tank size. Yes, know it all comes down to personal opinion, but I really would like to hear a few second opinions. So Im looking for a tank around 40 gallons. Initially, THE DOOGAN's tank and MADE IN AFRICA really inspired me for a shallow cube( around 28x28x12). I was set on that idea and getting one custom made, then I saw Cad Lights 45 shallow(36x24x12). Then I got the idea that maybe the shallow novelty would wear off. So then I looked a a 40 cube, but the dimensions would really limit my options for livestock. So last resort would be a 40 breeder. Im really at the crossroads here, If you guys have any personal opinions, your input would be greatly appreciated here. Link to comment
niQo Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 I know the struggle. I had bought two tanks that I never set up before settling on my current tank. All tanks have their pros an cons. I love the shallow tanks, but being inexperienced I struggle with coral placement. I think real cube like aquariums can be a struggle to aqua scape (although there are some great ones out there) but the same can be said for a really shallow tank. 40 breeder is probably a great middle ground. The dimensions of the Cadlights sound nice too though! Depending on your budget you may want to consider what kind of light you can afford, because this may affect the tank size as well, it did for me! Good luck with the decision making! Link to comment
jdog Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Hey guys, Ive been second guessing myself for over a year now and just cannot make up my mind on tank size. Yes, know it all comes down to personal opinion, but I really would like to hear a few second opinions. So Im looking for a tank around 40 gallons. Initially, THE DOOGAN's tank and MADE IN AFRICA really inspired me for a shallow cube( around 28x28x12). I was set on that idea and getting one custom made, then I saw Cad Lights 45 shallow(36x24x12). Then I got the idea that maybe the shallow novelty would wear off. So then I looked a a 40 cube, but the dimensions would really limit my options for livestock. So last resort would be a 40 breeder. Im really at the crossroads here, If you guys have any personal opinions, your input would be greatly appreciated here. How about the Innovative marine Lagoon Tanks,25,50 costly though, Cadlights 60 is a big cube not shallow. Link to comment
Sal10104 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 I'd go with a 40 breeder seems cheap and easy to aquascape Link to comment
EquinsuOcha Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 ready to point some dumb guy fingers at me... what is a 40 breeder!? Link to comment
jestep Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 36 x 18 or 36 x 24 are both great footprints, you just need to figure out if you want a shallow lagoon or a slightly taller reef. Plenty of room in the tank to work with but not so much that maintenance becomes excessive. Decent stability compared to nano's as long as you don't overstock. Link to comment
niQo Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 ready to point some dumb guy fingers at me... what is a 40 breeder!? It's a standard size: 36x18x16high Link to comment
cruiZe Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 It's a standard size: 36x18x16high yep! check out my 40b. I love the look of long shallow tanks personally, but if you can't do custom - tough to beat petco dollar per gallon sale or similar. Link to comment
ninjamyst Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Shallow all the way if you have the space for it. The view from above is awesome. The wide foot print also allows for some amazing aquascapes with interesting depth and perspective. You dont have to limit yourself to a shallow cube, check out this amazing shallow and long tank: Link to comment
jestep Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Shallow all the way if you have the space for it. The view from above is awesome. The wide foot print also allows for some amazing aquascapes with interesting depth and perspective. You dont have to limit yourself to a shallow cube, check out this amazing shallow and long tank: That's funny, I just saw this craigslist posting today. http://austin.craigslist.org/grd/5422590018.html Link to comment
ninjamyst Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 That's funny, I just saw this craigslist posting today. http://austin.craigslist.org/grd/5422590018.html lol, that's not even the tank he is selling! Link to comment
SunWyrm Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 I love my Deep Blue 30 shallow (12" high) and I have only one complaint: it's hard to stand several feet away from the tank and enjoy it. I either have to be up next to it looking down or sitting down, otherwise the angle is awkward. Other than that, shallow rimless all the way... Although 40 breeder's are pretty awesome dimensions; I've always wanted to aquascape one. Link to comment
efish19 Posted February 4, 2016 Author Share Posted February 4, 2016 Thanks for your opinions, guys. I'm really gonna have to do some more thinking. Link to comment
ReefWeeds Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 lol, that's not even the tank he is selling! Craigslist fail! That guy posted someone else's photo. that's terrible. Link to comment
jbb Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 lol, that's not even the tank he is selling! I sent him an email asking if he had any pics of the items he's actually selling. Wonder if he will answer Link to comment
Simulated Fish Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I love my JBJ RL 45. It isn't a shallow but it has a nice footprint and its a fair price at MD Link to comment
nismo_sky32 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Since getting back into the hobby 3 years ago I've gone through quite a few tanks. First was a 40 gallon breeder. Love the dimensions but hate the plastic trim. Second was a jbj 30rl. Love all in one tanks but hated the curved corners Third was a cadlights 50 gallon cube. Was hard for me to scape up high enough and I hated having to submerge my entire arm to reach the bottom Fourth was an ADA 60f drilled for a sump. By far my favorite tank. I personally love shallow tanks. Scaping is easy, a lot of negative space if you like the minimalist look and a lot of room for coral placement. Unfortunately I had to take down due to future living arrangements. Current tank is a 10 gallon nuvo fusion. I've learned that I hate any cube tank no matter what size it might be and personally I'm not a fan of black silicone. I'm waiting for my aqua lab aquaria 60 cm shallow to be delivered Friday because I liked the shallow tank so much I ordered another one. All this said, go with what you will be happiest with and what you'll want to keep long term to save yourself the hassle and money lol Link to comment
gus6464 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 36x36x18 is best tank ever made. Link to comment
devaji108 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 look in to SC aquariums... they have good sizes and amazing prices. Link to comment
Drew Shark Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 look in to SC aquariums... they have good sizes and amazing prices. I second that! Link to comment
Tamberav Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I think how the overflow boxes look is just as important. I personally can not stand center placed overflow boxes. So if you are going to drop some $$$, make sure to consider the tank overall and what looks pleasing to you. Link to comment
MysterRC Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I also understand this frustration! I started with a 39g cube, then picked up a 120g “fatboy” I never set up (for sale now) and have been researching tanks for the last year. In my opinion, the shallow reefs are too shallow and most of the standard heights are too tall. That is what I hate about the 120g, I don’t want to have to put on a scuba mask just to work inside my tank! With that said, I suspect that if you limit yourself to a 40g size, you will miss out on some amazing tanks. Personally, I’ve found ones in the 16-18” height range to be a perfect mix. Instead of a cube tank, have you looked at any of the square tanks? Same length x width, but typically more shallow than a cube of the same dimensions. The size gus6464 mentions would be awesome I suspect. 36x36x18 is best tank ever made. What size is that and who makes it? Link to comment
Sunar357 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Check out the IM Nuvo 50 Lagoon! I have the 25 version and love it. http://innovative-marine.com/nuvo-aquarium/fusion-lagoon-50.html Link to comment
FlowLikeWater Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 The size gus6464 mentions would be awesome I suspect. What size is that and who makes it? You can google search for a free fish tank gallon calculator. 36x36x18 = 101 gallons. Link to comment
efish19 Posted February 4, 2016 Author Share Posted February 4, 2016 If only I could drill the IM 50 novo... Link to comment
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