95 Gallon Wave Tank

[Squirrelbuddies]

I'm thinking of replacing my 20G, 38G and 55G with a 95 gallon "wave tank". Although I like having several tanks -- I'd rather focus my energy all on one tank (along with the sweet little 4 gallon setup I got on ebay!)

Does anyone have one of these wave tanks? It's made by All-Glass and the front piece of glass is wavey. Here's the link: http/www.all-glass.com/products/featured/95waveaquarium/

I'm just wondering if there are any disadvantages to having this type of tank. There is one setup at my favorite LFS and it looks great. The curved glass creates a very interesting depth perception.

Also, they recommended that I get the drilled tank which means buying a completely different filtering system. All-Glass has its own sump system (Megaflow) designed to be used with their tanks. I don't know anything about sumps -- is this better than what I currently have (Eheim external canisters)??

 

[dylema]

If the tank is not already drilled and you don't want to change your style of filtering you wouldn't have to get it drilled. You could get it drilled and still use your canister you will just need to get a couple of attachments so you can have the hoses from the canister plumbed through the drill holes (ie bulkheads and barbed fittings that screw onto the bulkhead). If you want to know more about sump set ups and plumbing you could ask the marine guys as they always seem to have a wealth of knowledge in this department. From what I have read the only real downfall of a sump setup is that the CO2 levels can drop due to gas exchange and so your plants might not grow as well. Sumps are a very flexible option as far as filter media etc.

ps I like the look of the wave tank in the link but I have never seen one in real life.