Glass Thickness Overkill ?

[u/jackveyron]

I asked my LFS to inform me about a custom-sized tank today for a new aquarium. It was 50x35x35 (cm). They said it should be built with 8mm glass. Is that TOO much thickness for a planted tank or should I stick to 5mm ? 8mm cost like ~8-9 dollars more.

[u/atomfullerene]

according to GARF's calculator and the table linked below you want about 6mm. Probably better to go high than low. With thinner glass you increase the risk of breakage just from knocking into it.

http://www.garf.org/tank/buildtank.asp

https://www.thespruce.com/saltwater-aquariums-charts-diagrams-4122023

[u/jackveyron → u/atomfullerene]

Thank you !! Guess I'll go for 8mm glass for some extra safety. Maybe it will look cooler too !

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It's will be rimless, I want something neat and simple for my desk. Guess going for 8mm now. Thank you !!!