SeanT 's 300 gallon Cube-esque project.

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 12:30 AM

Years I have wanted a cube.
I finally have the opportunity too so I am taking the plunge.

After consulting a lot of people on different hardware, shopping many custom builders I am ready to take the plunge.

I have to say that without Steve's (Jar*Head's) immense help I wouldn't be far along.
He has been invaluable, especially hooking me up with a builder (getting me a great price) and the design of the back wall.

We have talked a TON over the last couple of weeks about builders, equipment and most of all...DESIGN, DESIGN, DESIGN!

I have decided on a 60" Wide, 48" Deep, 24" High Cube-esque tank...with some major customizations.

I want to say that this will be a Barebottom tank.

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 12:32 AM

First plan...the bottom.

All of the hles are to fit 1" Bulkheads for a Closed Loop.
The flow will alternate via an Ocean Motions 8 Way.

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 12:44 AM

Here is the back wall.

In the Tunze Stream compartments...there are 2 Streams per compartment.
The only part of the Stream protruding will be the intake screens.

The overflow contains 4, 1.5" drains.

I am proudest of my Detritus Drain.
I have a plan for a PVC bar an inch above the back seam of the tank (left to right) with large holes drilled into it.
My flow will (hopefully) push all detritus to settle along that back seam.
By opening the Ball Valve, behind the tank, the detritus should be automatically sucked up and drained into a container.

All 3, 1" are purposefully in the upper right corner to bring all flow to that side.
Most of the bottom closed loop outlets will be directioned in such a way as to move the water to the back left, trying to get a circular pattern.

The back outlets of the closed loop will be angled slightly upward towards the overflow box pushing particulates over it to the skimmer and sump.

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 12:45 AM

Top down view of the back wall.

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 12:46 AM

I send the deposit and detailed instructions out tomorrow.

Jar*Head · 04/15/2008, 12:54 AM

Sean, thank you so much for the kind word. I hope everything will work out well for you and the new setup...

tacocat · 04/15/2008, 02:11 AM

Instead of an 8-way, have you considered two 4-ways and a pair of Super Darts? I think you'll appreciate the redundancy and energy efficiency.

Ed Reef · 04/15/2008, 02:28 AM

Look like another great build with plenty of flow....Steve, your influence is catching up....

TandN · 04/15/2008, 07:13 AM

Cant wait to see the tank coming together

GL

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by tacocat
Instead of an 8-way, have you considered two 4-ways and a pair of Super Darts? I think you'll appreciate the redundancy and energy efficiency.

Super Darts?
Are they different than the Dart?

SeanT · 04/15/2008, 11:16 AM

Just googled and found it.
Thats 4,300 gph coming out of 2, 1" pipes.
I don't know if that size pipe can handle that much flow without loss.
May be a bit overkill.

Jflip2002 · 04/15/2008, 10:46 PM

awwww yes, I love the cube builds! Cant wait to see this one happen. Make it quick and keep it clean

Wildcatreef · 04/16/2008, 07:14 PM

Great dimensions and plans for flow! I plan to do the same tank in a couple years. Definitely gonna be tagging along with your build.

SeanT · 04/17/2008, 10:14 AM

My check is in the mail as of yesterday afternoon.

Shawn D · 04/17/2008, 02:27 PM

This is going to be a SWEET tank, your tank is cool.

Shawn D · 04/17/2008, 02:28 PM

what skimmer are you going to run?

tamortman · 04/17/2008, 02:35 PM

another great sounding build can't wait to see it

SeanT · 04/17/2008, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shawn D
what skimmer are you going to run?

Right now I am just going to transfer my Deltec AP702 to the existing tank.
If I find I need more I will either add a second skimmer or sell this one and go with a bigger.

SeanT · 04/18/2008, 01:35 AM

I just checked my online statement.

Spent WAY too much at Bulk Reef Supply.

Gets here tomorrow though.

jamesdawson · 04/18/2008, 01:20 PM

Congrats Sean,

I must say that your detritus drain is ingenius.

Is your tank gonna be glass or acrylic and who's the builder?

James

docwells · 04/18/2008, 03:07 PM

Sean,
Glad to see you took the plunge. I did not want to be the only one with a new tank. Le t me know when you get it. I would love to see it. Plus if you want to check out my profilux controller, let me know.

SeanT · 04/19/2008, 01:51 AM

jamesdawson,
It is acrylic and is being built by atafish.com.

SeanT · 04/19/2008, 01:52 AM

Wellington,
I would LOVE to see your new setup and controller.
I will set up an appt with you

SeanT · 04/19/2008, 01:56 AM

Great news,
I came home today to find three big boxes from bulk reef supply (and one nasty look from my wife) in the living room.

Had to go to work before I got to open them and I am too tired to do it now...can't wait though.

Also, the builder, Jay, called me today to let me know he got my deposit check and would start work.

I asked him about how long it would take to build the tank, being that it is a bit big, so customized, and he probably has a lot of work lined up ahead of mine,
I figured he was going to say a couple of months.
Which is cool with me because I have a lot of planning to still do.

He said FRIDAY!

SeanT · 04/19/2008, 10:23 AM

Here is a pic of the some of the plumbing that came in today.

Cepex True Union Ballvalves and Hayward Bulkheads.

04/15/2008, 12:30 AM	#1
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	SeanT 's 300 gallon Cube-esque project. Years I have wanted a cube. I finally have the opportunity too so I am taking the plunge. After consulting a lot of people on different hardware, shopping many custom builders I am ready to take the plunge. I have to say that without Steve's (Jar*Head's) immense help I wouldn't be far along. He has been invaluable, especially hooking me up with a builder (getting me a great price) and the design of the back wall. We have talked a TON over the last couple of weeks about builders, equipment and most of all...DESIGN, DESIGN, DESIGN! I have decided on a 60" Wide, 48" Deep, 24" High Cube-esque tank...with some major customizations. I want to say that this will be a Barebottom tank. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 12:32 AM	#2
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	First plan...the bottom. All of the hles are to fit 1" Bulkheads for a Closed Loop. The flow will alternate via an Ocean Motions 8 Way. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 12:44 AM	#3
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Here is the back wall. In the Tunze Stream compartments...there are 2 Streams per compartment. The only part of the Stream protruding will be the intake screens. The overflow contains 4, 1.5" drains. I am proudest of my Detritus Drain. I have a plan for a PVC bar an inch above the back seam of the tank (left to right) with large holes drilled into it. My flow will (hopefully) push all detritus to settle along that back seam. By opening the Ball Valve, behind the tank, the detritus should be automatically sucked up and drained into a container. All 3, 1" are purposefully in the upper right corner to bring all flow to that side. Most of the bottom closed loop outlets will be directioned in such a way as to move the water to the back left, trying to get a circular pattern. The back outlets of the closed loop will be angled slightly upward towards the overflow box pushing particulates over it to the skimmer and sump. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 12:45 AM	#4
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Top down view of the back wall. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 12:46 AM	#5
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	I send the deposit and detailed instructions out tomorrow. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 12:54 AM	#6
Jar*Head Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 8,630	Sean, thank you so much for the kind word. I hope everything will work out well for you and the new setup... __________________ Steve Tankless. Current Tank Info: 480g peninsula

04/15/2008, 02:11 AM	#7
tacocat Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,447	Instead of an 8-way, have you considered two 4-ways and a pair of Super Darts? I think you'll appreciate the redundancy and energy efficiency. __________________ Going to need a cleanup on aisle 3 Current Tank Info: 240g Starphire cube

04/15/2008, 02:28 AM	#8
Ed Reef Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Currently Based in China Posts: 4,060	Look like another great build with plenty of flow....Steve, your influence is catching up.... __________________ Ed ~ Art is an adventure into an unknown world, which can only be explored by those willing to take the risks. ~ Current Tank Info: Ed Reef’s Shallow Crest Inspired ART

04/15/2008, 07:13 AM	#9
TandN Registered Member. Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 2,009	Cant wait to see the tank coming together GL

04/15/2008, 11:16 AM	#11
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Just googled and found it. Thats 4,300 gph coming out of 2, 1" pipes. I don't know if that size pipe can handle that much flow without loss. May be a bit overkill. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/15/2008, 10:46 PM	#12
Jflip2002 Eagles & Tigers Fan Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,543	awwww yes, I love the cube builds! Cant wait to see this one happen. Make it quick and keep it clean __________________ I hate cheap powerheads. Current Tank Info: 40g Breeder

04/16/2008, 07:14 PM	#13
Wildcatreef Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cave Creek AZ Posts: 216	Great dimensions and plans for flow! I plan to do the same tank in a couple years. Definitely gonna be tagging along with your build. __________________ Billy Current Tank Info: 230g mixed reef, Vortech churned, AI Sol Blue lit, Octopus skimmed, Apex regulated, GEO supplimented

04/17/2008, 10:14 AM	#14
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	My check is in the mail as of yesterday afternoon. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/17/2008, 02:27 PM	#15
Shawn D Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Park City, UT Posts: 725	This is going to be a SWEET tank, your tank is cool.

04/17/2008, 02:28 PM	#16
Shawn D Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Park City, UT Posts: 725	what skimmer are you going to run?

04/17/2008, 02:35 PM	#17
tamortman Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 54	another great sounding build can't wait to see it __________________ 210 gal inwall

04/18/2008, 01:35 AM	#19
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	I just checked my online statement. Spent WAY too much at Bulk Reef Supply. Gets here tomorrow though. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/18/2008, 01:20 PM	#20
jamesdawson Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: I AM THE SEA Posts: 1,303	Congrats Sean, I must say that your detritus drain is ingenius. Is your tank gonna be glass or acrylic and who's the builder? James __________________ Old Reefers Never Die, they just...join the crew! Current Tank Info: I'm expanding my reach

04/18/2008, 03:07 PM	#21
docwells Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 952	Sean, Glad to see you took the plunge. I did not want to be the only one with a new tank. Le t me know when you get it. I would love to see it. Plus if you want to check out my profilux controller, let me know. __________________ Wellington Current Tank Info: 69 gallon AGE rimless starphire tank in progress...

04/19/2008, 01:51 AM	#22
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	jamesdawson, It is acrylic and is being built by atafish.com. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/19/2008, 01:52 AM	#23
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Wellington, I would LOVE to see your new setup and controller. I will set up an appt with you __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/19/2008, 01:56 AM	#24
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Great news, I came home today to find three big boxes from bulk reef supply (and one nasty look from my wife) in the living room. Had to go to work before I got to open them and I am too tired to do it now...can't wait though. Also, the builder, Jay, called me today to let me know he got my deposit check and would start work. I asked him about how long it would take to build the tank, being that it is a bit big, so customized, and he probably has a lot of work lined up ahead of mine, I figured he was going to say a couple of months. Which is cool with me because I have a lot of planning to still do. He said FRIDAY! __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).

04/19/2008, 10:23 AM	#25
SeanT Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Posts: 13,860	Here is a pic of the some of the plumbing that came in today. Cepex True Union Ballvalves and Hayward Bulkheads. __________________ My tank was cool. Current Tank Info: Barebottom (the tank not me...at least not at the moment).