Silicon

[SnowManSnow]

I can use any 100% silicon as a sealant in my sump.. correct?

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[Anonymous]

Yes, just don't get the kind that is for doors and windows. It has a mildew inhibitor in it.

Also keep in mind that silicon does not make a permenant bond on acrylic.

Louey

 

[SnowManSnow]

so what do i use to attach lexan to glass???

 

[SnowManSnow]

AND.. is the meldew inhibitor toxic? would it SAY if it had it in it?

B

 

[Anonymous]

The mildacide can be toxic in the tank. Never use bathroom tub and tile silicone. GE makes a 100 % silicone.

 

[SnowManSnow]

whew.. because i just used GE brand 100% siliconm, but it says door and window. I read the label.. nothing that says it isnt pure.

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[Anonymous]

If it says anything about resisting mildew or mildew proof don't use it.

 

[Anonymous]

You can use silicon to attach acrylic baffles to a glass sump. That doesn't really require a permenant bond.

I once built an overflow compartment in a glass tank using acrylic. I used silicon because I didn't know better. That tank lasted over 5 years without any issues.

I tell you this just so you know that silicon isn't made to make a permenant bond between glass and acrylic. In fact, there is not a product made that does so. That doesn't mean that plenty of people haven't used it for that purpose with success.

Louey