ClearView Aquarium Lids Master Thread - It all started RIGHT HERE!!!

Mark Gray · Aug 17, 2020

Do you do custom tops I have light arms an 2 feeders on a rimless tank

Snedabyte · Aug 17, 2020

Got my clearview lid today!! I lost a Hawaiian flame fairy wrasse, clown fish ( saved once) but lost second time, and a blue spotted jaw fish last couple months due to jumping which cost way more then this wicked lid. So I’m real happy not to have to worry anymore. Fit nice, and in my opinion is the best lid

Robertellis30 · Aug 18, 2020

Have you guys created a lid for the Red Sea 300xl? Don’t see the option on your page.

Hasted · Aug 18, 2020

Robertellis30 said:
Have you guys created a lid for the Red Sea 300xl? Don’t see the option on your page.

Came here to also check this. I am also looking to get one before the end of the year if possible.

ClearView Lids · Aug 18, 2020

Devaji said:
yup was just about the place the order there but thought I should check here 1st. thought maybe you are making PPE's

We were contacted for this need, but all plastics suppliers are currently out of materials, making our material for our normal workflow very difficult to source. We do appreciate the extra thought!!

ClearView Lids · Aug 18, 2020

Robertellis30 said:
Have you guys created a lid for the Red Sea 300xl? Don’t see the option on your page.

We definitely do though, as it is so new, we do not yet have a vetted program file and as such, do not yet have a product page for this lid. It will be a Custom Lid order---this is a page where we have set the pricing to be comparable to other listed tanks/lids on our site of similar sizing. If you contact our Ops Manager at [email protected] she will be most happy to assist you in getting a lid ordered for that tank. Congrats on the new tank!

ClearView Lids · Aug 18, 2020

ReefLab said:
ive had my lid almost a year over my 4ft tank. Love it. I use the feeding slots everyday. It snaps into place and fits my tank absolutely perfectly.
my hawk fish loves to bash his nose into the mesh and there’s no tears and no sign of wear at all.
my only wish was that the feeding doors were designed in a way that they wouldn’t fall into the tank. I’ve dropped them more in the tank than I care to admit lol.

I am sorry to hear that the feed doors are falling in on you. We designed them this way in keeping with our mission to create a rimless look without using any easily broken moving parts, such as hinges. We do admit there is a tiny flaw in this logic, but it is a better solution than hinges that are sure to break down with constant use. Thank you for the lovely picture of your tank! If you'll let me know what tank this is, or if it was Custom, what sq ft, as I would love to post this in our picture gallery.

ReefLab · Aug 18, 2020

ArtFully Acrylic said:
I am sorry to hear that the feed doors are falling in on you. We designed them this way in keeping with our mission to create a rimless look without using any easily broken moving parts, such as hinges. We do admit there is a tiny flaw in this logic, but it is a better solution than hinges that are sure to break down with constant use. Thank you for the lovely picture of your tank! If you'll let me know what tank this is, or if it was Custom, what sq ft, as I would love to post this in our picture gallery.

It’s a reefer 425XL.
The feed doors just take some getting used to. Thanks!!

Jimbo662 · Aug 19, 2020

I wanted to say ditto to @Devaji posts. I ordered around mid April not realizing what we were really up against. This is my 4th or 5th lid and as usual a perfect fit!

ClearView Lids · Aug 19, 2020

Mark Gray said:
Do you do custom tops I have light arms an 2 feeders on a rimless tank

Hi Mark! Indeed we do. Nearly 90% of lid orders involve some form of customization for lights/accessories. If your lid is for a tank we don't have listed on our site you just order it from the custom lids section. I've included a link for convenience here: https://www.clearviewlids.com/collections/custom-lids-other-tanks/products/custom-clearview-lid

Devaji · Aug 19, 2020

just placed my 2nd order form them. the 1st was for a res sea refer 750 this time its for there 650P. I will also need another for a nano sometime too

big should out to @ArtFully Acrylic for making such great lids and staying open in this crazy time. stay healthy and safe my friends!

ClearView Lids · Sep 2, 2020

Devaji said:
@ArtFully Acrylic was about to place another order for you. are you taking orders? I need a red sea 650P

Yes, we are. Though we are warning that material delays are occurring due to Covid and all the plastic barriers in public causing a massive shortage. https://www.clearviewlids.com/collections/red-sea-clearview-aquarium-lids

ClearView Lids · Sep 2, 2020

Asking for a customer: Does anyone have an Artfully Acrylic 35 gallon dropoff tank for sale? If yes, please send an email to [email protected] and I will pass any sales information along to this desperate gentleman.

Devaji · Sep 2, 2020

ArtFully Acrylic said:
Yes, we are. Though we are warning that material delays are occurring due to Covid and all the plastic barriers in public causing a massive shortage. https://www.clearviewlids.com/collections/red-sea-clearview-aquarium-lids

totally understand.
any idea on the time line? I placed an order on aug.19th hoping to get the lid mid oct.
thoughts?

ClearView Lids · Sep 6, 2020

Devaji said:
totally understand.
any idea on the time line? I placed an order on aug.19th hoping to get the lid mid oct.
thoughts?

Happy to update you with a status via email at [email protected]

Fins1 · Sep 13, 2020

@ArtFully Acrylic Hi, I just placed an order for a lid for my Waterbox 6025. Do you have the dimensions or do I need to measure? Thanks

Matt Cole · Sep 13, 2020

I ordered an EXO for my 6025 first of June so they should have the dimensions, but since it's considered custom I'm sure you'll have to check your tank. Hope to get lid soon as it's been 3 1/2 months. Will post a pic when I do.

Hasted · Sep 24, 2020

Robertellis30 said:
Have you guys created a lid for the Red Sea 300xl? Don’t see the option on your page.

Hey, just wanted to follow up.

I ordered my P.Exo lid today for my XL300. There are a bit more "fees" for our tanks (also XL200 and a couple others). We apparently have "armored seams" on the front which require additional cuts. Also, our overflow box sits higher which requires a large cutout. Each of these add a little bit of $ to the order.

However, with that being said, it seems as though they have our tanks figured out and the ordering process was very smooth so far. I am sure they will contact me for more info once they are ready. Up to now, easy breezy.

I just wanted to give you a heads up about the process and hope that you don't get hit by sticker shock from the additional cuts.

AquaHobby31 · Sep 25, 2020

ArtFully Acrylic said:
We were contacted for this need, but all plastics suppliers are currently out of materials, making our material for our normal workflow very difficult to source. We do appreciate the extra thought!!

My firm can help you source the materials. From domestic or international sources.