Opinion on stand?

[LittleNat1]

I plan to get a tank 120x60x40cm. My idea is that i will separate the two cabinets, put a piece of plywood (12mm) or two across the two cabinets and place the tank on the plywood. These are ikea malm chests. Any idea whether this will work? E.g. the weight of the tank.

 

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[Ashtrax]

I would advice you to get the same cabinet. Place 3 instead of 2. 

The best is to build a tank with sump.

Edited February 13, 2020 by Ashtrax

[LittleNat1]

My idea is to place the chiller in between the two cabinets

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[AloyMao888]

IKEA. Personally I don't trust their woods. 

[R0B]

Ikea looks strong, but as soon as it gets wet the wood bloats and looses structural integrity. Your tank is going to weigh just short of 300kg when wet. So I would be nervous. So option 1. Make sure you never get the wood wet. Option 2. Get some 30, 40 or 45 series aluminium and some marine plywood. Build something that will take a six foot tank.... because you will catch the bug and want a bigger tank shortly hahaha.


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[ryanlio]

After you get all those stuff.. your price may come close to this.
http://www.sgreefclub.com/forum/index.php?/topic/164843-3x2x1.5ft-tank-and-cabinet-for-sale-at-$380


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[dizzydiscus]

Agree with Rob. Need to keep the wood dry. Even solid wood from IKEA are usually pine which is not suitable for marine projects. Short term pain long term gain. Would recommend to go with a larger tank or accept the chiller by the sides.

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