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Old 25-05-2017, 01:12 AM   #1
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Default Aluminum tank stand for big tanks.

I didn't know aluminum can be used to build stands for 4 feet double tier or 6 ft with sump....
I thought aluminum very fragile and bends easily?
BTW, not cheap hor, $xxxx range.
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Old 25-05-2017, 01:15 AM   #2
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Forgot to add....
$xxxx is just for the price of the stand. No tanks included.
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Old 25-05-2017, 09:57 AM   #3
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$1000-$2000 might as well use stainless steel. Less material needed and confirm strong enough.
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Old 25-05-2017, 11:13 AM   #4
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i know which u're referring to, i was skeptical at first too but went down to enquire. it's not your typical aluminium, according to the boss it's the same alloy used for aircraft technology (hence the cost), and the stand is pretty heavy.

i'm using it for my 5x3 2 tier so i'm pretty sure it works

bonus point is that the stand can be taken apart and reattached so it's a plus for ppl who can't fit it into lift/main door otherwise.
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Old 25-05-2017, 12:33 PM   #5
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i know which u're referring to, i was skeptical at first too but went down to enquire. it's not your typical aluminium, according to the boss it's the same alloy used for aircraft technology (hence the cost), and the stand is pretty heavy.

i'm using it for my 5x3 2 tier so i'm pretty sure it works

bonus point is that the stand can be taken apart and reattached so it's a plus for ppl who can't fit it into lift/main door otherwise.
It is more expensive than stainless steel?
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Old 25-05-2017, 12:43 PM   #6
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It is more expensive than stainless steel?
2 tier 422 stand is normally priced $1499.
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Old 25-05-2017, 01:31 PM   #7
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It should be something like this.

http://h5.m.taobao.com/awp/core/deta...91&toSite=main
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It is more expensive than stainless steel?
sorry not sure about stainless steel pricing... last i bought was over a decade ago lol

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it looks like this:
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Old 25-05-2017, 03:57 PM   #9
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One of disadvantages of stainless steel though can withstand rust still have rust stains after times. Pure Aluminium is like our window grill and is soft, alloy mixed with what? Got rust stains with times? price difference is 2 - 3X.
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Old 25-05-2017, 04:03 PM   #10
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Just checked online and get two quotes. Alloy aluminium is 50% more exp than stainless steel for a 3 feet size rack.

I still find stainless steel looks better.
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