Looking for input on the larger innovative marine ext tanks. I’ve been looking at the 200 ext tank. Anybody have input on the quality of their tanks, know if there’s common issues with their tanks? How do these tanks hold up over the years?
Looking for opinions on innovative marine 170-200 ext tanks?
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How long have your tanks been up a running?
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Only a month. I know your looking for longevity as well but I did want to mention thier quality and it was shipped very professionally. I was impressed all around
No worries, thanks Mike appreciate any input on them as a company and quality of their tanks. Thanks for your input.
I ordered one. Seems like the best balance of cost and quality without going customs
I got a Bashsea 48 pro. I wanted something large enough for a filter roller but if you’re down with filter socks, the IM sump is a killer deal!
I have the 170 EXT. Its my 4th tank over the last 15 years, and by far the best built. It's only been running for about 2 months but couldn't be happier. However many people you think you need to get it into place add 1. It's heavy.
I have been looking at these also for my next tank. Either this or Crystal Dynamics.
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I was doing the same the crystal dynamics tank was 8k out the door this was 4K CD is 1/2 inch glass IM is 3/4 aluminum stands vs steel and wood.
I like what you did with the plug ins. Was that a custom install on the control panel?
Yes. Its custom
I have the IM 200EXT and 112INT. The tanks are very well built and the stands are pretty decent too. We get random small earthquakes here (well I guess not random, I'm only a couple of miles from the San Andreas fault) and I wanted something sturdy and that's definitely what I got. The 200EXT was purchased in 2020, filled in April 2021.
The only issue so far is the acrylic cover for the external weir has adsorbed water and warped, but it could easily be replaced and of course isn't structural. I plan to buy another 200EXT soon.
The only issue so far is the acrylic cover for the external weir has adsorbed water and warped, but it could easily be replaced and of course isn't structural. I plan to buy another 200EXT soon.
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