Cost per gallon for a planted tank?
 

Hi
I'm curious to know how much I might expect to spend on a new planted tank
set-up. Is there a universally accepted cost average? (I've read in marine
systems you might expect to pay $30-$50/gallon).
I'm considering; Laterite,C02 guage and canister, VHOs and perhaps even
MH...
Thanks for any info - Daniel

Cost per gallon for a planted tank?
 

125 gal here -
about 17.00 per gallon.

Thanks

"darenkan" wrote in message
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Hi
I'm curious to know how much I might expect to spend on a new planted tank
set-up. Is there a universally accepted cost average? (I've read in marine
systems you might expect to pay $30-$50/gallon).
I'm considering; Laterite,C02 guage and canister, VHOs and perhaps even
MH...
Thanks for any info - Daniel

Cost per gallon for a planted tank?
 

- 55 gal. standart tank = $100
- pine stand for 55 gal. standart = $120
- CF's, relflectors, balast, from AHSupply = $120 (2 wpg) or 230 (4
wpg)
- DIY hood = $10
- CO2 system = $130 (injected in canister)
- 100% Fluorite = $80
- Canister = $100 (Fluval 404)
- Plants = $40 (internet, variety pack)

Total: $800 (2 wpg) or 910 (4wpg)

Of course all of these numbers are based on the view that you must
have certain things (Pressurized CO2 system, strong water movement,
Fluorite, special bulbs).
Depending on how you manage the tank you may be able to reduce the
cost significanlty.