Safe Silicone

[Mertus]

What kinda silicone would be safe for fish? can i go to a diy shop and just ask for clear silicone sealant or do i need to be more specific?

 

[dylema]

I belive you need to be more specific. You can get silicone that says "aquarium safe" on it. I got it at the local hardware (DIY) shop, or ask at your LFS.

 

[SkiFletch]

What kinda silicone would be safe for fish? can i go to a diy shop and just ask for clear silicone sealant or do i need to be more specific?

If you're in the US, GE Silicone II for windows and doors is aquarium safe...

 

[Mertus]

I got some but its like 4 quid for a tiny tube (what a rip) it says clearly on it aquarium safe so meh.

 

[windsor-aquatic]

The make is not important, but it needs to be high modulus (in the UK) as opposed to low modulus silicone. It's available at most lfs or glazing suppliers.

 

[Rooster]

You'll be fine with ANY that:

1. Is FULLY cured before introducing fish or inverts or plants etc... in fact before water !
2. It is ONLY silicon.... many bathroom adhesives contain anti fungal chemicals...
3. The "modulus" thing just tells you how "thick" it is.... low modulus is "runnier" when liquid.


If you are planning a tank build, invest in one with the word "aquarium" on it, as its designed for the job... otherwise reread above !

 

[windsor-aquatic]

According to the manufacturers, the term high modulus refers to silicon that is waterproof, i.e. suitable for total submersion, as opposed to low modulus, which is described as water-resistant. As mentioned, if it states on the tube that it is suitable for aquarium use, you can't go far wrong.

 

[bluesmartie]

i read somewhere that only sealants that releade acetic acid can be used others that release acetone never properly cure and can be deadly. anyone verify this?

 

[SkiFletch]

That is true, but very few cheap silicones leach acetone... acetone is too expensive for the standard contractor

 

[Rooster]

According to the manufacturers, the term high modulus refers to silicon that is waterproof, i.e. suitable for total submersion, as opposed to low modulus, which is described as water-resistant. As mentioned, if it states on the tube that it is suitable for aquarium use, you can't go far wrong.

MMMMMMmmmmmmmmm

 

[mikec]

http/www.tool-net.co.uk/p-324033/everbui...cent-310ml.html

£2.58 for 310ml cartridge.

 

[smithrc]

http/www.tool-net.co.uk/p-324033/everbui...cent-310ml.html

?2.58 for 310ml cartridge.

Top Link - Affordable Aquarium silicone

 

[denis coghlan]

Aquarium Silicone Sealant CLEAR or BLACK in 310ml tube


I bought three tubes (just in case I want to make more) and with delivery it is costing me 25 euro, plus I dont even have to leave my house. Brilliant, god bless the empire that is eBay!

 

[nocturne]

If you're in the US, GE Silicone II for windows and doors is aquarium safe...

I was in Home Depot last night looking for some Silicone for my DIY caves and was looking at the GE II, it looks like all the GE II has anti-fungal and mildew additive. The GE I didn't.

 

[proton]

Thanks for that info guys, but what I want to know is can I use it underwater? i.e. I want to glue something to the back of the aquarium and don't want to take out all the water. 1st I want to glue a new 3D background to the aquarium and 2nd a little pipe for the airstone?