Is this PVC reef safe?

[VSVP bet]

https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=24353&catid=592

Hello, I know standard PVC is reef safe. I am looking to buy clear pvc for a fragging system. The link above is the product I want. It say non-toxic but also 'bacterial resistant.' I know mold resistant silicone should not be used in aquariums, i was hoping someone could tell me if this pipe falls under a similar category. Thanks!

 

[Johniejumbo]

looks plenty safe to me! It says it can be used in lab and medical facilities. I wouldn’t hesitate to use it on my own aquarium.

 

[VSVP bet]

looks plenty safe to me! It says it can be used in lab and medical facilities. I wouldn’t hesitate to use it on my own aquarium.

And thats what I thought too. Just wanted to get second opinions, thanks !

 

[Johniejumbo]

No problem! I’m going to replumb a sump soon. Clear might be a fun option.

 

[marlinmon]

Yep no problems! Except.... potential algae growth on the inside of the clear pipe/tube. I've experienced this and had to switch out sometimes.

 

[Cment]

had that happen to me and instead of replacing the tubing I wrapped it in black electrical tape lol

 

[marlinmon]

I just wrapped up lines on my coral QT with duct tape last weekend lol

 

[VSVP bet]

Hmm. Didnt consider algae growth. Im building a frag system, I wanted to use clear pvc so light would still penetrate through to my LPS frags underneath. Maybe its back to the drawing board lol.

The plan was to get 1/4 inch clear pvc and silicone the pipes across the tank with holes drilled in them for frag plugs (mosltly sps), and under the pvc would be egg crate with various lps. I would only run like 3 pipes, with room for about 30 frags, I just wanted clear to maximize any light going town for the lps.

 

[Mark Gray]

Yes that will be fine it meets FDA so it's ok