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  1. Kashoub

    Kashoub Feather Duster

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    Is an acrylic tank ok for a saltwater tank?
     
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  2. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    YUP! just be super careful as it scratches SUPER easy! it also holds heat better so if using MH be careful!
     
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  3. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    Yes but with consideration

    Acrylic scratches easier than glass , and with all the potentially sharp things we have in reef tanks that is worth considering
    sand trapped in magent -= scratches
    rock work during set up or addition touching glass = scratches
    Snail doing the shell, shine, shuffle (some rotate to clear debris of shells) = scratches

    so as long as your aware of the potentail for scratches - Acrylic tanks are OK for salt water

    Steve
     
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  4. Kashoub

    Kashoub Feather Duster

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    Thanks for the replies! Good to know
     
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