Tank Size Suggestions?

[discretekarma]

I used to have a 180 and then stepped away for a WHILE but wanting to get back in. I need something smaller than 180 for my current space. 
 

I decided I’d determine the perfect size setup and then see what I could find but I’m split between a few. 36” is about as long as I’d want to go. I really like the way 30” high looks but also ok with 24” high. It can’t go past 2” deep. 
 

I’m thinking a 65 or 80 xhigh would be ideal but wanted to see if the depth would be an issue for reef lighting or anything else about either that I might not be thinking about. 
 

I could possibly push to 48” length which opens a lot more options if the ones I mentioned aren’t good options.

 

Thanks in advance!

Edited February 13, 2020 by discretekarma

[ImGoingCoastal]

40 Breeder! The dimensions are awesome.

 

If you don't go with a custom aquarium like a waterbox or Innovative Marine tank.

 

 

 

 

[discretekarma]

I found a sca 50g Starfire pnp that I’m going to look at tomorrow. 48L is too long I’ve decided so I’m thinking I’ll either get the 50g or a 65g. 

[wildcrazyjoker81]

SC Aquariums makes a 90 Cube that is 36x24x24, but that will have to be bought new as I am sure they are rare to find used. My buddy Matt just set one  up as an in wall and it is turning out very nice.

 

[treesprite]

17 hours ago, discretekarma said:

I found a sca 50g Starfire pnp that I’m going to look at tomorrow. 48L is too long I’ve decided so I’m thinking I’ll either get the 50g or a 65g. 

 

The 36x18 50g or 65g are perfect for a small space. I have had both. I think I like the height of the 50 better than the 65.

Edited February 14, 2020 by treesprite

[epleeds]

Go as deep as you can. If you can fit 24” deep, don’t settle for anything less. You could always do a 120 gallon 48x24 or the SCA 100 which I think is 48x24x20

[DFR]

The standard 120g (48”x24”x24”) is a nice place to start. Pretty readily available, and nice footprint for popular LEDs.

[discretekarma]

Thanks for the replies! I ended up getting the sca 50g and it’s perfect!

[treesprite]

5 hours ago, discretekarma said:

Thanks for the replies! I ended up getting the sca 50g and it’s perfect!

 

I look forward to seeing it all set up.

[mmuessen]

On 2/14/2020 at 6:46 AM, wildcrazyjoker81 said:

SC Aquariums makes a 90 Cube that is 36x24x24, but that will have to be bought new as I am sure they are rare to find used. My buddy Matt just set one  up as an in wall and it is turning out very nice.

 

As Aaron said i went with a new 90 cube for my in wall but i still have this which is what I was going to use: