Gluing Frags to the glass? (1 Viewer)

[Tenny]

So I was thinking about my tank and I have a lot of un-used space on the back glass (or plastic if it's overflow). Since I have very few rocks I feel this may be a good utilization of space, especially since there's a lot of light in those spots at times.

So I came up with a little flat frag holder that's 3D Printed.


It'd sit against a flat surface like this:


I can angle it more or less of course with the 3d printer. The frag would be able to be removed as needed. Just not sure if I am willing to glue to glass / plastic.

Anyone with thoughts on it?

 

[PicassoClown]

So I was thinking about my tank and I have a lot of un-used space on the back glass (or plastic if it's overflow). Since I have very few rocks I feel this may be a good utilization of space, especially since there's a lot of light in those spots at times.

So I came up with a little flat frag holder that's 3D Printed.


It'd sit against a flat surface like this:


I can angle it more or less of course with the 3d printer. The frag would be able to be removed as needed. Just not sure if I am willing to glue to glass / plastic.

Anyone with thoughts on it?

I’d say put a reef safe magnet in there and stick it on magnetic. There are also magnetic frag plugs

 

[Ross tha Reefer]

I like the idea...although it sounds risky. I would buy some from you even with proof of successful removal.


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[Tenny]

I’d say put a reef safe magnet in there and stick it on magnetic. There are also magnetic frag plugs

That was what I was thinking at first, but I'll say my experience with "reef-safe" (aka epoxy) magnets haven't been reef-safe at all. Every single one that I've bought thus far. Plus it'd add a fair amount of additional bulk for my sized glass.

On the over-flow it'd be easier since it wouldn't have to be as thick, but getting it to the right spot and what not may be difficult.

 

[Tenny]

I like the idea...although it sounds risky. I would buy some from you even with proof of successful removal.


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Yeah, I'm sure they can be removed. On the plastic/acrylic I would just be afraid of leaving some residue. The glass can be scraped off with a razor.

 

[PicassoClown]

If you’re worried about the magnets not being reef safe buy a small frag rack off amazon that has good reviews. Then cut it and utilize the magnets out of it. You can probably make a cool little frag cup holder looking thing from the circle parts

 

[Tenny]

If you’re worried about the magnets not being reef safe buy a small frag rack off amazon that has good reviews. Then cut it and utilize the magnets out of it. You can probably make a cool little frag cup holder looking thing from the circle parts

Not strong enough in most cases. (At least for the cheap options) my glass is only 1/2" and they can't stay up. This ehoops one can't even stay up. I know the premium ones could work, but I'm not willing to spend $60 on a frag rack that costs $5 to make.

 

[PicassoClown]

Magnets for mounting frags.

I'd like to mount some frags on the back wall of the tank and elsewhere using magnets. I've seen a few around, what are people using? Looking for something I can glue a frag or small plug/rock to and place on the back glass.

www.reef2reef.com

 

[Tenny]

Magnets for mounting frags.

I'd like to mount some frags on the back wall of the tank and elsewhere using magnets. I've seen a few around, what are people using? Looking for something I can glue a frag or small plug/rock to and place on the back glass.

www.reef2reef.com

Unfortunately those have fallen apart on me too. (One of about five I tested). Wish they lasted. Could have been a fluke because everyone rates them well.

 

[Stickboy97]

You ever try these out? Glued?

 

[Cody]

If you did magnets then you would need dual magnets, or a bar, to add stability as the coral got larger, assuming sps.

 

[Tenny]

You ever try these out? Glued?

Nope, tabled this idea for now. I don't think it'd be horrible though.

 

[Cody]

I wonder if super glue can be left on glass for a long time, be removed, and have no effect on the glass.

 

[SCUBAFreaky]

Have you ever tested Epoxy Coated Rare Earth Magnets? Maybe something like this?

Super Strong Neodymium Disc Magnets with Epoxy Coating, Powerful Permanent Rare Earth Magnets 1.26 inch x 1/8 inch, Pack of 10: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

Super Strong Neodymium Disc Magnets with Epoxy Coating, Powerful Permanent Rare Earth Magnets 1.26 inch x 1/8 inch, Pack of 10: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

You could even glue them to a home rack tray, then coat them several more times with epoxy just to be sure. That sure could make for a cheap DIY frag rack.

 

[Tenny]

Have you ever tested Epoxy Coated Rare Earth Magnets? Maybe something like this?

Super Strong Neodymium Disc Magnets with Epoxy Coating, Powerful Permanent Rare Earth Magnets 1.26 inch x 1/8 inch, Pack of 10: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

Super Strong Neodymium Disc Magnets with Epoxy Coating, Powerful Permanent Rare Earth Magnets 1.26 inch x 1/8 inch, Pack of 10: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

You could even glue them to a home rack tray, then coat them several more times with epoxy just to be sure. That sure could make for a cheap DIY frag rack.

Those ones are horrible ... Probably the worst of the ones I tried.... But yeah I've tried a lot of epoxy coated magnets with all rusting eventually

 

[phhoth]

google DIY magnetic frag plugs.....found some good ideas...lots options to make them look natural like rocks

 

[Stickboy97]

I'd totally give it a try. I'd like to get something mounted on my back glass, zoas, encrusting coral, something maybe even a stick or 2.

 

[SCUBAFreaky]

Those ones are horrible ... Probably the worst of the ones I tried.... But yeah I've tried a lot of epoxy coated magnets with all rusting eventually

Copy that! Good info!

 

[TX_Punisher]

Anyone seen the frag rings you glue to rock work and then a frag plug will sit inside? Good way to see if a frag is happy in an area of not, move it to another.

can’t did them. My search fu must be weak today.