Custom Acrylic or Glass ATO Reservoir

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I wanted an ATO reservoir that fit a weird footprint (5.5" width by 17" long by 12" tall) but cannot find a pre-made one that fits similarly. I have no experience with building with glass or acrylic so before I embark on learning how to DIY build (which would be risky on my end), are there any reputable places to have a custom one built that won't cost me $300+?
 

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I wanted an ATO reservoir that fit a weird footprint (5.5" width by 17" long by 12" tall) but cannot find a pre-made one that fits similarly. I have no experience with building with glass or acrylic so before I embark on learning how to DIY build (which would be risky on my end), are there any reputable places to have a custom one built that won't cost me $300+?
maybe give this a look? https://www.plexiboxes4u.com/acrylic-box-with-top-lid-custom-size

Personally I went the cheap ruote and use a 23 gallon slim jim trash can :beaming-face-with-smiling-eyes:

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Do you know if these are able to hold water? Couldn't see anything on that. And yeah I have looked all over for the alternative containers or trash cans but none work
I couldn't say for sure, for the price i expect they would. Maybe shoot them an email to inquire?
 

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I wanted an ATO reservoir that fit a weird footprint (5.5" width by 17" long by 12" tall) but cannot find a pre-made one that fits similarly. I have no experience with building with glass or acrylic so before I embark on learning how to DIY build (which would be risky on my end), are there any reputable places to have a custom one built that won't cost me $300+?
get a 10 gallon at BRS. There is one that is $143 plus shipping.
 
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get a 10 gallon at BRS. There is one that is $143 plus shipping.
I can't fit the 10 gallons in the stand I built. I wish I could though. I need something with a width of 5.5" max which excludes almost all of the 10 gallon RO reservoirs
 

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Do you know if these are able to hold water? Couldn't see anything on that. And yeah I have looked all over for the alternative containers or trash cans but none work
Those look like they are intended to hold trophies and ceramic dolls

Not water


Can make a custom sized tank for one

I know how to bond acrylic, and would not trust myself on a water tank to hold water. Let alone on my first try. Overflow boxes, and sump baffles, sure, they're already in a tank there

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Ask around your local club if anyone does acrylic… if you were local I’d take care of you they’re simple to build. lol… something that size should run ya like .$150 I’d imagine.
 

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I can't fit the 10 gallons in the stand I built. I wish I could though. I need something with a width of 5.5" max which excludes almost all of the 10 gallon RO reservoirs
oh my bad. I didn’t check the dimensions. You can find someone that builds them with good diligence. A local glassmaker possibly?
 

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I can't fit the 10 gallons in the stand I built. I wish I could though. I need something with a width of 5.5" max which excludes almost all of the 10 gallon RO reservoirs


I would try and find where Red Sea sources those water containers from, and buy them for the 20 bucks they should cost
 
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Ask around your local club if anyone does acrylic… if you were local I’d take care of you they’re simple to build. lol… something that size should run ya like .$150 I’d imagine.
Yeah I wish my area had someone like you, alas I don't know anyone in Roanoke who does
 

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I have a reservoir with similar dimensions. Mine is 6” wide by 20” tall by 24” long. I designed it to fit behind my stand. However it is acrylic and while not custom made, it is made by an acrylic company and definitely cost me $200!!! The good news is it has a window to see water level, and also has the correct covers and holes in the top for hose/tube and cords.
 

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how do you only have 12” of height ?

This would be a small ato container, around 3-4 gallons. You may want to consider having the container outside the cabinet if those dimensions are correct
 
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Just getting back to this thread -- thank you everyone for your suggestions and referrals! I ended up finding one that fit well enough and didn't kill my wallet too bad!
 

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