migs Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 I am looking to upgrade and build a new system and thought I would go for the trendy "rimless" aquarium... does anyone have any experience with Glasscages? I also found this one Oceanic Illuminata/.... any thoughts and experience would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosslonghorns Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 I saw the Oceanic Illuminata at Aquatek. I had to take multiple looks at it. I also like the rimless look. The negatives though: it is too tall for my tastes and the width / depth is only 18". If it was at least 24", I think it would catch on quick. Also don't remember correctly, but I don't think it had the high clarity glass, but could of been wrong. Overall nice looking tank but would change the dimensions. I've never personally owned a glasscages tank but I've heard good things about them related to being solid. The only negatives I've heard is the silicone finish quality. I don't mind some extra silicone when it comes to gallons of water in my house! They also have great dimensions to pick from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesL Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 Aquadome has a rimless on display, you might be able to chat them up about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzobob Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 For my new tank I have a rimless 120. Strictly from my feelings Pros: Pretty, Very clean look Cons: Cost (both tank and somewhat other accessories) Fish choice (I'm still figuring out how to seal the tank against jumping fish without loosing the clean look) For example lighting must / should be hanging to preserve the clean look. I had originally (before I lucked into a rimless) been planning on a DIY closed loop system but to maintain the clean look I've wound up going with a wave maker. As far as manufacturers, there are numerous reviews online. They seem to break down to Glasscages being affordible but having finish quality issues, many of the other manufacturers get excellent reviews but are significantly more expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
420reefn_it Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 rimless tank pro's -looks awesome con's -salt creep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migs Posted August 13, 2009 Author Share Posted August 13, 2009 Interesting - I was actually wondering about the open tops and jumping fish... I was looking at the cadlights system that have a glass top... unfortunately they are pricey and only go up to 39g. I was also looking at the Deep Sea Aquatics... not truly rimless but they are offering free glass tops: Deep Sea Aquatics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishypets Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 Rimless tanks look cool if you have the right fixture. I would advise agaist glass cages, they are hit or miss when it comes to quality. AGE builds a good tank but they're not cheap. In fact I have a complete set up I'll let go including fish and corals for 15K. LMK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefman Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I have also heard AGE is very good. I would also suggest Elos. Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosslonghorns Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 It really depends on the fish you plan to keep. I have LumenBrights on my tank that are in a hanging rack over my 180 gallon. The top is completely open. I have had only one fish jump out and that was one that I later found out was notorious for jumping out. The other 18 fish of mine are fine with no issues. As long as the water quality is good, they seem to stay in it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medi Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 AGE has a new 90G coming out that I think is 36x24x24. Starphire glass on the front three panels, acrylic bottom, Calflo overflow. Sounds like an awesome tank, but it is not cheap. I just talked to Kingfish and they quoted me around $850 just for the tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medi Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 As far as fish suicide, I currently have a rimless Solana that I have lost 4 fish from jumping. I finally went to HD and bought angle trim and some bird netting. I glued the whole thing together and it looks pretty good, and better yet I haven't lost a fish since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzobob Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Bird netting, really. Medi you're a genius! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Mitch Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 migs, the DSA offer for free glass top was technically only for the month of May, however, when i ordered my model 90 pro, their sales guy honored it since it was still on their website. you'll want to make sure that happens in case you are expecting it. just my $0.02. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishypets Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 A glass top on a rimless aquarium? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+olaggie01 Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I've got a rimless 60g cube for sale. The bottom front of the tank is chipped, but it still holds water. It's 24x24x24 with an external overflow. I can email pictures if you like. $50. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Let's see the pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbrougher Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Oooh, whered you get the cube? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+olaggie01 Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 A DFW local built it for me. I'll take some pictures of the chips tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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