Metal Stand

Feb 06, 2006 2 Replies
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I was thinking of building my own aquarium stand, using 1.25" square tube .110 wall thickness



I would do a top / bottom complete frame which would be supported by 6 legs, 2 on each end 2 in the center, plus angled pieces on the top corners as well as back / front supports....



Anyone have any idea what kind of weight this would support? final size would be 85 1/4"l x 24"w x 32"h



From what i have seen most of these stands are just made with 1 1/4" .100 angles.



Thanks


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I'd suggest using more leg sets since, if your tank's top would be at ~ 6' off the floor, the filled tank would be 2,700+ lbs.

By using leg pairs 2' from each end you'd spread out the weight better and provide anchor points for shelving.

Here's hoping that your floor will stand the weight!

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