Rust in tank! Help! 3 gallon only!

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  1. patrick824

    patrick824 Montipora Digitata

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    so i have a custom lit with open metal (screws) and water hit it obviously and a water drop full of rust fell in my 3 gal pico! what do i do! and how can i waterproof the screws?
     
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  2. mikejrice

    mikejrice 3reef Affiliate

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    Put a dab of silicon on them. It will keep water off of them and be easy to pull of if you ever need.
     
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  3. inwall75

    inwall75 Giant Squid

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    Iron is in natural saltwater. The rust won't hurt anything.
     
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  4. stepho

    stepho Panda Puffer

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    Agreed. Artificial reefs are made from iron boats, so it can't be that bad.

    As for water proofing the screw, swap it for a stainless steel one.
     
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