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Caidenh24

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  1. Ok thanks! so you basically can't re-edit a prototype easy so you only really do one. And you may be able to add stuff but there is still one prototype basically, right? Sorry, I didn't know how to best describe it. The image helps. I think I am looking for compression strength because I found out with some research that HOB filters put a vertical downward force on the glass, and I want to test to see if the back of an aquarium could hold my filter. Thanks! EDIT: Here is what I read that shows that the aquarium can actually hold a lot of weight. The message I am talking about is at the very bottom and it includes a article. Although the article is very engineer like so I don't understand it. http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forum/index.php?threads/how-much-weight-can-the-back-of-a-tank-support.92403/
  2. ok, thanks! why is there only one prototype? I thought people do multiple, like rapid prototyping for example. Also what is the name of the strength if I was to see the weight aquarium glass can hold on top of it? Thanks!
  3. Thanks for the concern, I think I will definitely have to do some research on the tensile strength of aquariums. Maybe even buy a cheap aquarium that leaks or something from Facebook, and then just keep adding weight until it breaks and then go like 20 pounds under that and call that the (safe range). I just really hope I can pull this off and keep it as a HOB. I am planning on making quite a big airlift tube, around the same 1/2 inch inner diameter as you said. Thanks for your opinion I appreciate it!
  4. ok thanks! I will see what I can find. I don't think people will be using a HOB filer on a rimless tank though so I won't have to worry about that.
  5. Ok, when I get to the actual testing I guess I will see if the tank breaks then I know it is too heavy. Thanks! I will try to keep everyone updated. Kind of funny how in the beginning I thought I could just whip something together and have it done. I was planning on just going to lowes, getting some supplies, and then just whipping it together. I even bought a sheet of acrylic to do it 😂. I also sent that video to Cory asking if he would test it, Thinking it would be done fast. It hasn't been that fast but it is getting done.
  6. I overlooked this idea when it was first posted. I just saw it not like 5 months later when going back through for a school project. I wish I saw this one a while ago. I probably saw it but didn't like the idea very much because I probably thought it would be too hard to do. It would have saved me a lot of time to just go with this one. It's very close to the latch design I am going with now. I might try and go with this one though because there is less stress on the part. **UPDATE** Yes, I am still alive sorry for not updating you guys for a long time I have been busy with homework, My parents have been on me about it. Hopefully, there will be more frequent updates from now. I have started 3d printing it for a prototype but the middle segment is too large to be printed so I am going to have to shorten it by a little bit and then I can test it. I also made latches for the sides of it now. The latch style is like a buckle on a backpack or something. I think it would work well but it was printed in PLA and I didn't realize until after that PLA is really still and so one of the clips broke off and it needs to be able to flex so eventually I will need it reprinted in PETG but for now I will just glue it back on. The segments just won't be able to come apart and go back together with the stiff latches so the segments will just stay as one, but that will be fine for prototyping to see how waterproof it is. As soon as I have time. I am going to shorten the big segment so it can be printed and then I can test the whole thing! Thanks to everyone that has helped me with this. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel and it is getting closer! 🙂
  7. Hey, I have a question. I don´t know how what to do for mounting the filter, HOB would be the best option but I am worried about glass flexing. Without adding pieces the weight would be around 13 lbs and the filter is going to hang like 1/2 an inch off the glass. Having it above the tank would be nice but it would cost a lot more to make and take up a lot of space. Does anyone know how much weight an aquarium can hold hanging off the back at all? Thanks!
  8. Ok thanks! I will design it when I get home. Do you know if there is a way to take pictures of it in different environments within fusion. Like for example put plants inside the box? Thanks!
  9. Here is another update: So sense last time I have had to rebuild it at least 2 times. First time I used sketchup which has no parametric modeling. So I had to remodel it and I found fusion 360 has a free version. I used that and it worked, but I did it all bad and messy, so I did it again, this time neater and now it is done. I just need to make the tube. Do any of you know the diameter for the breeder box tubes? Thanks! the clear image of it is how it should look maybe a bit foggier, the blue one just makes it easier to see.
  10. I have been thinking about this and I found an answer. This product with bring a lot to keeping fish and aquaponics. 1. This filter is not like other aquaponic filters. Other models of aquaponic filters are really small or built into a tank. This can be at big as you want it to be with segmented peices. 2. Growing the plants: This product can grow plants like hydroponics almost. With the plants roots not just floating in the water but they can actually root in the media of the filter. With this a lot more plants can be grown in it. For example: Tomatoes, Leafy lettuce, Peppers, Cucumbers, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Strawberries, And more. I am not sure yet how I can grow the big plants but I will figure it out as I go. 3: Helping the fish: WIth plants growing emersed they can readily get a good source of oxygen from the air which can help with the plants growing and the faster they grow the more stuff (like nitrates, Phosphates, Ammonia, Nitrogen). They also can help combat algae growth. With the media in the filter it also provides a breeding ground for beneficial bacteria to grow. It also in return just makes the fish happier. 4. Extends the natural look out of the aquarium: Why stop with putting plants in your aquarium when they can extend out of it also. With it extending out and the plants growing all over you will feel acomplished and happy looking at your plants you are grownig and seeing how healthy they look. With them extending out it will bring the natural look out of the aquarium and with the right plants can make that area look like a jungle. That is just some that I thought of. UPDATE AS TO WHERE I AM AT: I am working on designing my model. I am then going to prototype it by building it with acrylic. I am also looking into manufactures for my product. I may have found a possible manufactuer I just have to contact them. I don´t know if I want to go with the one that @Fish Folk showed or the original design on the back. I will have to test with my prototype if it causes unbalences with the tank and makes it heavier and more leaned to one side. I will let you all know when I found out. Thanks!
  11. I have a question. What will this product bring to the table for aquaponics. Like what benefit does this bring. I know it helps with fish but besides that what might it help with? Thanks! The reason I am asking is because I need examples of what this can help with for an assignment at school
  12. Ok that makes sense now. What do you mean by cutting into it. I thought the whole thing would be injected together? Thanks!
  13. oh ok that makes sense now. I will probably switch to inches I just thought mm might be more accurate. I am also use to inches more. Is it reviewed before and after adding the draft? What do you mean injection molding is the tool maker? Ok that makes more sense. I am confused about when you said ¨The draft starting acuttingt the base and cutting into the part making the top dimension narrower¨. I am pretty sure there is a typo. Also the draft thing makes sense especially because even if they use the same draft angle the taller the object is, the wider it will get at the bottom because, the angle extends out more the longer it goes. Thanks!
  14. Sorry I forgot to respond. So you’re saying that it was 2 - 2.5 but when they added draft they made it larger? What makes you think it is around there? And for the channel are you saying use 4 mm sense it is an easier number and if is in the middle of the 2 measurments? Thanks for the help! EDIT: I am not saying you are wrong by the way with those measurments I just don´t understand how you got those.
  15. yeah I can. Sorry it took forever. I am slow at sketching. Especially with touch pad. What dimension do you think is more accurate for the channel? The one with the step gauge or the one with the depth meter? Thanks!
  16. mine don´t have the tightening feature. I bought mine before realizing the more expensive ones have more features. I put my measurements in a google doc. for the channel measurements. Which one do you think is more accurate? Thanks! Sorry forgot link https://docs.google.com/document/d/10HIB1gBYse9lcu7-WvsKyMpPcq4KQ_fR6FO_1mBlaA0/edit?usp=sharing
  17. Sorry I didn't see you edited this and added stuff. how hard do you want to squeeze the calipers? Thanks!
  18. oh I already put it on. Can I add more if it doesn't work or should I try putting more on now? It has only been like 2 hours. Thanks!
  19. oh I used hydrogen peroxide because I looked it up an it said it is a substitute for cleaning. It will probably work all right.
  20. ok thanks! how do I prepare the surface? I don´t have alcohol. I have hand cleansing wipes. Or clorox wipes. or hydrogen peroxide. unless its not needed to clean the surface. Thanks!
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