Stand Height and Stability?

Discussion in 'I made this!' started by Zgetman, Jul 29, 2013.

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  1. Greg@LionfishLair

    Greg@LionfishLair 3reef Sponsor

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    We always use 36" stands...never had any problems.
     
    Greg@LionfishLair, Jul 30, 2013
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  2. Renee@LionfishLair

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    Anchor it if there are any questions about stability. Do you know how many splattered kids I've looked after working in the PICU from falling furniture. 55g isn't like a top heavy nano. They'll have no where to move in time with a 48" wall coming down and them standing in the middle. I assume we are talking about standard terms and 12" is indeed depth.

    If you build an ox of a stand, it won't be an issue. But if you have to ask, it's too thin.
     
    Renee@LionfishLair, Jul 30, 2013
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  3. Zgetman

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    +1 K for all you helpers in this thread. Thanks for the responses.

    I will definitely use an anchor bolt for this stand. It will be sitting on carpet and I am just not to sure of the stability considering the 12" depth. Better safe than sorry, :).
     
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