Double 40?

TokenReefer · Jul 18, 2023

Can anyone point me toward a double stand (above/below) for 40 gallon breeders? Having a hard time finding one; thought they'd be more common tbh.

I'd build one but I'm getting ready for a move and just don't have the time unfortunately.

Saltyreef · Jul 18, 2023

This would very likely need to be custom built. Some people use metro racks but that is a disaster waiting to happen.

just make sure if you use some sort storage rack, it can support 500+lbs of weight per shelf.

TokenReefer · Jul 18, 2023

I think this guy's onto something but of course the rack seems to be unavailable/discontinued everywhere

https://www.lowes.com/pd/edsal-18-in-D-x-36-in-W-x-72-in-H-5-Tier-Steel-Freestanding-Shelving-Unit/3529778

Just figured 40 breeder was so common so would the stands. Guess I was wrong

Saltyreef · Jul 18, 2023

TokenReefer said:
I think this guy's onto something but of course the rack seems to be unavailable/discontinued everywhere

https://www.lowes.com/pd/edsal-18-in-D-x-36-in-W-x-72-in-H-5-Tier-Steel-Freestanding-Shelving-Unit/3529778
Just figured 40 breeder was so common so would the stands. Guess I was wrong

The rating says 1000lbs per shelf so looks good.... I would browse online with similar search titles as to what its called on lowes.

See if you can find something similar. Sometimes its as simple as a brand name change.

TokenReefer · Jul 18, 2023

Yeah they have a similar rated and same size one but it has the holes along the rails. Looks sorta bad imo. Suppose I could cover it but that one has a sleeker look if you catch my drift...

ptrusk · Jul 18, 2023

Been using the one from Home Depot for 10 years. Little rusty but strong

Muscle Rack 5-Tier Boltless Steel Garage Storage Shelving Unit in Gray (36 in. W x 72 in. H x 18 in. D) SR100P-GY - The Home Depot

The Edsal SR100-GY 5-shelf standing shelf unit has a steel rack and shelves made of particle board to support a 500 lb. per shelf capacity and to support a 2500 lb. total capacity when the weight is distributed

www.homedepot.com

PhishMonger84 · Jul 18, 2023

TokenReefer said:
I think this guy's onto something but of course the rack seems to be unavailable/discontinued everywhere

https://www.lowes.com/pd/edsal-18-in-D-x-36-in-W-x-72-in-H-5-Tier-Steel-Freestanding-Shelving-Unit/3529778
Just figured 40 breeder was so common so would the stands. Guess I was wrong

I used these in my old fish room when I was breeding Central America cichlids. Had 3 sets of doubles.
The weight is not the issue. The tanks fit perfectly and even sit tightly inside the 90 degree corners on the legs, so the lower tank reinforces the frame. If you do them out real
Plywood underneath, they come with fall a particleboard. They work but it’s easier to grab a few 2x4’s and make a rack. I have one I made for a triple stack of 40 breeders- and that worked okay in a room with a low 7’ ceiling.

If you go triple you can use the bottom one as a sump, pumping water up to the top tank, overflowing to the middle and finally overflowing to the sump.

ptrusk · Jul 18, 2023

I’d have to check but I’m pretty sure I didn’t use the osb. Just put the tanks right in the rack..

TokenReefer · Jul 19, 2023

ptrusk said:
Been using the one from Home Depot for 10 years. Little rusty but strong

Muscle Rack 5-Tier Boltless Steel Garage Storage Shelving Unit in Gray (36 in. W x 72 in. H x 18 in. D) SR100P-GY - The Home Depot

The Edsal SR100-GY 5-shelf standing shelf unit has a steel rack and shelves made of particle board to support a 500 lb. per shelf capacity and to support a 2500 lb. total capacity when the weight is distributed

www.homedepot.com

Thanks. This is probably what I'll use.

ptrusk said:
I’d have to check but I’m pretty sure I didn’t use the osb. Just put the tanks right in the rack..

really? Thatd save some trouble..

ptrusk · Jul 20, 2023

I just looked and i did use the board that came with the shelf under the tank. No sign of swelling and it looks perfectly dry, but that is on the bottom. Probably keeps it from "racking". I don't know been 10 years.

One thing I will mention but not to scare you just as advice, the stand does sway a bit when cleaning the glass aggressively. I just keep my hand on the rim of the tank. Same thing for my other nano. Just physics.

ptrusk · Jul 20, 2023

Refugee tank for homeless corals.

Doctorgori · Jul 20, 2023

They “Did” make one, I had it…But honestly I’d look into 30/30 Aluminum …I’d wager you could make a snazzy one for under $200 you could save $$$ by getting that 1 meter 10 pack
ZYLtech Engineering, LLC
https://www.zyltech.com/

ptrusk · Jul 20, 2023

Oh don't let my high tech control box and hanging wires fool you, this is a ghetto tank in a corner of unfinished basement.

If you want decor, this ain't it but is is functional and inexpensive.

TokenReefer · Jul 20, 2023

Doctorgori said:
They “Did” make one, I had it…But honestly I’d look into 30/30 Aluminum …I’d wager you could make a snazzy one for under $200 you could save $$$ by getting that 1 meter 10 pack
ZYLtech Engineering, LLC
https://www.zyltech.com/

I'm going to look into this, thank you. I hear you @ptrusk on the wobble. It'd work but I wouldn't mind it looking a bit sleeker too (no offense). Was going to try to do it quick but I'm going to move and do the tank separately. Just going to pay for another months rent to do it slowly now. A little tough because my tools are in storage lol but I got some time