acrylic baffles how thick?

jerl77 · Dec 2, 2010

i am going to use acrylic. baffles in my sump and how thick?
thanks jeremy

Captain Nemo · Dec 2, 2010

I think most are 1/4 to 1/3 in. Not sure though. I think Troylee would be the best to anwser this question!

Wy Renegade · Dec 2, 2010

Yes, use 1/4" or thicker as thinner pieces may bend under the water pressure and pull away from the wall, causing your sump to collapse.

FaviaFreak · Dec 2, 2010

I gotta say I am baffled by your baffle question son

Troylee · Dec 2, 2010

i would use 3/8" thick personally... also make sure to cut them at least 1/8" shy of the width inside the sump..."meaning don't cut them real tight and wedge them in.." acrylic swells over time from water absorption and can split the seams in the tank...