Tank chipped. Am I in trouble? Pics.

mel_20_20 · Mar 25, 2010

I don't know how it happened but I've discovered a chip in the glass right on the corner edge of my 40 gallon breeder.

I'm hoping for advice on the safety of this tank. I'm worried that this chip may become a crack and is a disaster waiting to happen.

Here are some photos. I hope these will help with the analysis. If you tank experts think the tank is in danger I will go ahead and replace it.

Thanks for your input on this.

mellowvision · Mar 25, 2010

I wouldn't worry about it. I see tanks with chips like that all the time. if it starts to crack more, you'll notice.

excuzzzeme · Mar 25, 2010

I've got chips in 2 tanks that 4 of those little chips you have would fit in. You might even squeeze a smart car into one of them it's so big! I would keep an eye out but feel you have nothing to worry about.

jbradt · Mar 25, 2010

:iagree:

It's something to keep an eye on, but no need to panic atm.

bazil323 · Mar 25, 2010

I agree. I think both my glass tanks that I'm running have little knicks that that, and the one has a fairly large clamshell chip near the top. The one has been up and running (oh and has cracks all over the bracing/trim) for over a year, and the one with the clamshell chip has been up for nearly 2 years. Just keep an eye on it. There's always a chance it could spread, but those little chips are usually nothing to worry about.

Star_Rider · Mar 25, 2010

my 55 had chips similar to that.. it's been running for a few years.. I almost forgot it has chips.

you can do like me.. keep an eye on it till you foreget about it.

mel_20_20 · Mar 25, 2010

Thanks guys for the help... I feel much better now. I really appreciate it.

dtd87 · Mar 26, 2010

DUCT TAPE!

xVitox · Mar 26, 2010

i found a ten gal with a bunch of chips like that and even a few cracks. Filled in the cracks with silicone (didnt care about looks, its an extra tank). Works as good as new no leaking or anything

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