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trevorhiller
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I used a gallon water jug and dumped it in 10 times to make estimated measuring marks.
Nano Brute Trash Can
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SteveMM62Reef
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The two Brutes I have are a 33 Gallon and a 44 Gallon filled to the Brim. Where the top of the Handle Bump out inside the Container, is 30 gallon and 40 gallon respectively. I took a Plastic Yard Stick and measured Five Gallons of water, marked at this level, repeated till full. This way I have good idea how much RO/DI and Salt to add to a partial Container. BTW, I recommend the Grey Brutes, they block light, and less will grow inside the containers, plus why spend extra on White or Colors.
borillion
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Another silly question, has anyone found a wheel base that fits this? 80 lbs / 32 kg of water is still heavy :| maybe I will go with the 20 and that way its a no brainer on the dolly.
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borillion
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Unfortunately, it does not fit any of the dolly's made specifically for brute cans, both Rubbermaid and 3rd party are made for the 20 gal and above. I did pick up a plant dolly that is supposed to be good for 500 lbs, and is 16 inch in diameter.
Devault Enterprises 16 in. Black Plant Dolly/Caddy without Hole DEV3000BNH - The Home Depot
Easily move heavy plants with the Plant Dolly. Designed with steel swivel casters and rubber wheels, it allows large plants to be moved safely and with ease. Constructed with quality materials, this weather
www.homedepot.com
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JNalley
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Yep, I bought 2 of the 20 Gallons in black with dolly's for them. So much easier than 5 gallon buckets for my Flex 32.5. Also picked up a Sicce Ultra Zero, and now a 50% water change (If I need to do one) takes only a couple of minutes and no heavy lifting. Makes life easier!
rmorris_14
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Do you get enough flow from that to run it through the DI cannister?!?!?!? I'm very interested.
FoolishWizard
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Are you by chance willing to give away these secret measurements to a fellow reefer?
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trevorhiller
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Sorry mate, my 10 gallon brute is now stashed behind my tank full of kalkwasser. It's not easy to move when full and the measurements aren't visible with all my cords tucked away.Are you by chance willing to give away these secret measurements to a fellow reefer?
I trust you can find 10 mins to discover the answer for yourself though. Fill a 1 gallon water jug, shine a flashlight in it and mark the water level on the outside. Repeat until done.
FoolishWizard
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haha it was worth the shot... Appreciate the response.
FoolishWizard
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Figured I'd give you a holler too... You have those measurements handy before I start dumping gallons of water to take some measurements?
FoolishWizard
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Alright... Update... Mission accomplished.
My findings and for anyone's future reference.
(Note) - Measured from outside of container.. (Subtract 1/4" from all dims if measuring from inside closest to wall)
1gal - 2-3/16"
2gal - 3-15/16"
3gal - 5-5/8"
4gal - 7-5/16"
5gal - 8-7/8"
6gal - 10-1/2"
7gal - 12-1/16"
8gal - 13-9/16"
9gal - 15-1/8"
10gal - 16-7/16"
My findings and for anyone's future reference.
(Note) - Measured from outside of container.. (Subtract 1/4" from all dims if measuring from inside closest to wall)
1gal - 2-3/16"
2gal - 3-15/16"
3gal - 5-5/8"
4gal - 7-5/16"
5gal - 8-7/8"
6gal - 10-1/2"
7gal - 12-1/16"
8gal - 13-9/16"
9gal - 15-1/8"
10gal - 16-7/16"
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trevorhiller
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There you go! Glad you got it figured out
Used two of the twenties for my mixing station. Added extra bulkheads/uniseals to add in some sight glasses to easily see the levels. I think only the gray, white and yellow may be food safe if that matters to you.
