65 gal. Clarity Plus vs. 75 gal. All-Glass

[andyt1286]

I am either going to by a used 65 gal. Clarity plus setup (about 3 years old) or an All-Glass aquarium with DIY stand and canopy (about 10 years old. The clarity plus is $365 and the All-Glass setup is $325. The clarity plus is acrylic so I'm considering that one a little more. What are your ideas? Also, how strong is an acrylic stand (comes with clarity plus)

thanks!

andy

[CHINABOY1021]

as long as you can see the fish 100% clearly through the glass, i will always go with glass.acrylic can scrach easily, and you probably do nt want a scratch on a 365$ setup.

But like i said, some glass are very thick and may reduce veiwing. but unlikely on a 65g.

so i would go with glass

just my 2 cent

[crash]

Well ultimately it is up to you, but I would go with All-Glass 75, just because acrylic to me doesn't seem much better then glass and not to mention glass is a bit cheaper.

[TomFromStLouis]

and for me, glass is better for viewing. no contest to me.

[NJ Devils Fan]

Go glass, probably the best way. All-glass is a great brand.

[bayoupr]

Well I have a 60g oceanic glass and a 125g tenecor acrylic. No contest the acrylic is by far the better viewing tank. Yes they do scratch easy but but you never see it with the tank full of water. For me I would invest another $1500 in another acrylic setup.

[andyt1286]

some are saying go with all-glass, some are saying go with acrylic! im not quite sure what to do lol

[nvision]

i currently run both glass and acrylic tanks. i would only get acrylic if 1) you don't want to be burdened with a heavier glass tank, 2) you don't want your stand or floor to be burdened with a heavier glass tank.

if i can have my way, i'd stick with glass for life. acrylic is PITA to clean without being too careful to scratch the surfaces, and it tend to bow and warp over time due to water pressure. but it's very clear, light, and easy to mold into odd shapes and drilled for customized plumbing. but once you get your very first scratch, it really breaks your heart. then you will have to find ways to buff it.

[125gJoe]

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For me, I'd have to go with glass... I'd worry too much about scratching acrylic..

[OrionGirl]

Another factor to consider--are you in an earthquake prone area? Acrylic survive tremors better than glass. Any odds you'll want to convert to SW? Acrylic can be easily drilled to accomodate an overflow.

Another factor--what stock do you want? The shape of the tank is important, as is the foot print.

[slipknottin]

over $300 for an all-glass 75? :confused: