a perfect reef tank?

[jhale]

I was up at greenwich aquaria and saw my next tank (that I want). it's an Elos 160XL.

It has perfect dimensons, a cool overflow box, it's rimless, and the construction is flawless. Oh yeah it's glass also, which I like.
63 x 31.5 x 23.5 h and holds 200 gallons

on to the photos,





the bottom is made in panels so the tank can flex, it gives it protection in earthquakes


the overflow, simple one hose out , one hose in




looking through the dry overflow

 

[jhale]

polished corner



top view of front and side seam



the bottom

 

[jhale]

a silicone seam on the side of the tank

 

[steveo32]

Very nice John. It would make the perfect tank for any modern decor.

 

[inkblue]

:wow: that is really nice...

 

[inline6]

Beautiful!!










whats the damage? $$

 

[pnoyreefer]

:Blurp:.... Very nice Jon...Me want one of this .. Next Yr I will have one

 

[lazyreefer]

wow looks expensive.

 

[tsinkoy]

the bottom is made in panels so the tank can flex, it gives it protection in earthquakes

Does it really? I would assume that despite having panels at the botom, if the sides aren't paneled either, the whole thing wouldn't flex. But I'm not a structural engineer.

Is there any threat of earthquakes in the tri-state area?

The tank is NICE though.

 

[boozeman]

wow !!! thats beautiful .. Elos is the Ferrari of tanks:biggrin:

so...you gonna pull the trigger, or you're just going to dream about it ??? :type:

 

[inline6]

Does it really? I would assume that despite having panels at the botom, if the sides aren't paneled either, the whole thing wouldn't flex. But I'm not a structural engineer.

Is there any threat of earthquakes in the tri-state area?

The tank is NICE though.

Wouldn't the panels help out more with uneven surfaces?

 

[jhale]

I'm saving up for it

I think it will be the tank I get when I move...

it would be nice to see one with water in it

 

[jhale]

I can't vouch for the earthquake construction, but they are made in Italy, where they do have earthquakes. So I guess they have tested out the design.

 

[yiliyang]

How much and does it come with a stand?

Please post any info. I am curious about the strength of the tank since it has no brace.

 

[boozeman]

they are very strong...that is the reason for the multi-pane bottom. It allows for the side stresses to be effectively transfered to the bottom.

 

[jhale]

they are very strong...that is the reason for the multi-pane bottom. It allows for the side stresses to be effectively transfered to the bottom.

that makes more sense, i was told by Jason it was for earthquakes

 

[jhale]

you can get pricing here http://elosusa.com/

warning, they are not inexpensive tanks :theyareon

 

[inkblue]

$1,000s and then some

 

[yiliyang]

I can not get a price quote and I can not even figure out how to log in. How much does that tank cost?

 

[inkblue]

http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/elos-usa/14341-elos-pricing.html

"You can see the sizes on our website and you can email me for prices.
In general, Filtra systems start at 1700 and go up to around 3k. Systems start at 2100 and go up to around 5k. There are a few more options and other details that make these systems unique and I am sure they will be discussed as this thread continues. As always, let me know if you have any other questions."
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