Twin Nano Cube Build

[dherrera83]

Rimless Twin Nano Cube Build

I am going to set up two new 7.5g cubes from Mr. Aqua.

Here is what i will be using on this build:

One par38 from Rapid Leds on the first tank. This tank will be home to a pair of clowns and a bta.

The other cube will be a nano reef with nothing but coral... Ok maybe just one fish but thats all.

These cubes will be drilled and share a 10g sump. The plumbing will be running through the bottom of the tank along with the return. So everything will be pretty much hidden.

I am still in the hunt for a nice fixture to hang these bulbs on.

So without waisting anytime... Here are some pics. All comments are welcome. Thanks!!

 

[akma]

dang that's gonna be nice. what are the dimensions of the 7.5 gallon?

 

[dherrera83]

dang that's gonna be nice. what are the dimensions of the 7.5 gallon?

12x12x12

 

[aznt1217]

lol that's cool. Did you see the RapidLED arms those are pretty cool. You can even do the hang on ones from ikea (ie. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10194960/)

 

[dherrera83]

lol that's cool. Did you see the RapidLED arms those are pretty cool. You can even do the hang on ones from ikea (ie. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10194960/)

i cant find any arm from them. The ikea fixture i did see before but i wanna see it in person and try on the bulb to see the fit first. Got a few ideas... you'll see!!

 

[motortrendz]

can you drill those tanks? or will they shatter bc theyre so thin????

 

[dherrera83]

I seen it drilled before. The glass isnt that thin actually. But i guess we are going to find out tomorrow if it can be drilled... lol

 

[rideit6578]

^^ lol good luck, and are you going to use par38's on both tanks? i like the idea of having the two of them right across from each other like that.

 

[dherrera83]

^^ lol good luck, and are you going to use par38's on both tanks? i like the idea of having the two of them right across from each other like that.

Yes, im using two. One from rapid leds and another from wingo. Although i might go with another one from rapid led as it seems wingo my not have one for me in time.

 

[sillysidewinder]

excited to see where this goes... tagging along

 

[dherrera83]

Update: First light has been installed. I was going to go with a pendant but ended up getting a swing arm instead. I like the swing arm because it can easily be moved out the way if needed.

 

[dherrera83]

Update

So i just received the bulkheads and the drill bit i needed to drill the tank. I will be drilling and making the sump this weekend. Hope to have the twins running real soon!

 

[WilFresco]

Oh s**t, I dunno how I missed ur build thread bro, that setup is looking really nice

 

[dherrera83]

Oh s**t, I dunno how I missed ur build thread bro, that setup is looking really nice

So far its coming along as planned but its also costing more than i wanted to spend... lol

 

[Aqua Pro Builder]

the special light you requested in shipping this week

 

[xxxAngeloxxx]

wow D already 2 pages on your thank thread lol not bad kid....but good luck and i wish you the best on your new set up =)

 

[dherrera83]

the special light you requested in shipping this week

Just in time!!!! Cool cant wait!! Also please check my last email i sent you.

Thanks!

wow D already 2 pages on your thank thread lol not bad kid....but good luck and i wish you the best on your new set up =)

I work slow what can i say... lol

 

[kenconnect]

Looking good so far.. Are u going to have them joined by the sump like conjoined twins..lol

 

[Euroreefer]

Nice! Looking good man! where are the hoses going to run through? The counter top?

 

[dherrera83]

Looking good so far.. Are u going to have them joined by the sump like conjoined twins..lol

YUP! just like that.

Nice! Looking good man! where are the hoses going to run through? The counter top?

Yes the pvc's are going to run under the counter. Its going to be a pretty clean look.