48x20 tank recommendations

[QuinnLee512]

I'm looking at purchasing a 48x20 tank. So far I've found these 2. Not looking at peninsulas because the tank will back up against a 50" wall section and I don't want to have to deal with cleaning glass that is backing up to a wall. So far I've found these 2. Any recommendations one vs the other? Any other tank I should consider? I looked at Cade and IM but neither have tanks this size.

Red Sea Reefer 350 G2

Buy Red Sea REEFER 350 G2 White Aquarium System

The Red Sea Reefer 350 G2 White Aquarium System is a beautifully streamlined rimless tank and cabinet setup.

www.marineandreef.com

Waterbox Marine X 110.4

MARINE X 110.4

The MARINE X is the ultimate premium reef aquarium platform.

waterboxaquariums.com

 

[Lbrdsoxfan]

SC aquariums.

 

[steveschuerger]

 

[2Wheelsonly]

My waterbox was great (build quality of the aquarium is nice) and bad at the same time...I didn't like all the proprietary parts and they do not like to send and replacement plumbing parts. After owning one I don't think I would ever go that brand again.

I ended up modifying the stand to support new plumbing (still had to special order parts as they don't use US sizes) as several of the gaskets that came with it started to leak after a year.

 

[QuinnLee512]

The EXT 100 is 24" wide. Plus the external overflow pushes it off the wall even more. I'm looking for a 20" wide tank.

 

[QuinnLee512]

My waterbox was great (build quality of the aquarium is nice) and bad at the same time...I didn't like all the proprietary parts and they do not like to send and replacement plumbing parts. After owning one I don't think I would ever go that brand again.

I ended up modifying the stand to support new plumbing (still had to special order parts as they don't use US sizes) as several of the gaskets that came with it started to leak after a year.

Did you have the new aluminum stand? I've read that they're not that sturdy to the point where WB will send out a reinforcement kit.

 

[QuinnLee512]

SC aquariums.

This one here would be perfect. I've never heard of them. Good quality? I just put in brand new wood floors. Wife would kill me if it leaked.

100 Gallon Starfire Tank With Center Overflow 48x20x24'' 12mm

www.scaquariums.com

 

[Lbrdsoxfan]

This one here would be perfect. I've never heard of them. Good quality? I just put in brand new wood floors. Wife would kill me if it leaked.

100 Gallon Starfire Tank With Center Overflow 48x20x24'' 12mm

www.scaquariums.com

They're fine, do your own research. I have a 10+ year old 50g cube that's doing the job from them.

 

[QuinnLee512]

The UNS stands have magnetic doors. I could probably do a 24" wide tank since the doors comes off. I have limited space in front of the tank.

 

[2Wheelsonly]

Did you have the new aluminum stand? I've read that they're not that sturdy to the point where WB will send out a reinforcement kit.

My stand itself felt sturdy and fine, no better or worse than any other stand I had...the biggest thing for me the proprietary plumbing stuff that couldn't be replaced without overhauling the entire thing. When I called them they were like "yeah we don't replace those or sell them individually, sorry hope it works out for you good luck". Like I said, plenty of other tank makers out there to choose from and I probably would never go back.

 

[Biokabe]

Glass Cages is also pretty good these days, they can do custom sizes and offer a wide range of stand options. I'm years away from needing a new tank, but they're a strong contender for me when it is time.