Acrylic fish tank is a high-end aquarium product, in addition to the widespread use of aquarium, you can even put a small ornamental acrylic fish tank at home. You can use acrylic to make any shape you need, and as a fish tank, even super thick acrylic sheets will maintain high transparency.

Of course, when contacting, understanding and using acrylic fish tanks, you may encounter some problems, such as how to do acrylic fish tanks? How to clean an acrylic fish tank?

Let Leyu Acrylic tell you the secrets about Acrylic Aquarium!

Can acrylic be used for an aquarium?

Building aquariums using acrylic opens up a world of possibilities for aquarium enthusiasts. Its lightweight nature, durability, and design flexibility make acrylic a fantastic choice for creating stunning aquatic displays.

Acrylic vs. glass

Aquariums can choose to use glass or acrylic to construct the pool. Each material has its advantages and disadvantages, which need to be selected according to the specific situation. Acrylic is often a popular choice for manufacturers and hobbyists because it is both easy to manufacture and lightweight.

There is no doubt that glass fish tanks have become traditional fish tanks. People need to pursue a safer and greener environment, and acrylic meets our needs well. The advantages of glass materials include high transparency, easy deformation, anti-aging, etc., which can provide a clear viewing effect. However, the weight of glass is large, the construction and installation cost is high, and it is fragile, requiring more maintenance and maintenance.

The advantages of acrylic material are light, strong, impact resistance, easy to process into various shapes, etc., suitable for making complex pool structure, its impact resistance is more than 16 times that of ordinary glass products, and there is almost no danger of breaking. Whether it is in a public place or at home, even if it is broken, it will not hurt anyone. And the transparency of acrylic material is also very high, the ornamental effect is good. However, acrylic materials are easily scratched and require regular maintenance and maintenance.

Therefore, the aquarium needs to take into account the budget, construction difficulty, maintenance costs and other factors in the selection of materials, and comprehensively weigh the choice of materials suitable for their own.

Advantages of acrylic tunnel aquarium

Acrylic tunnel aquarium has good weather resistance, acid resistance and alkaline resistance.

Acrylic tunnel aquarium excellent insulation performance.

Acrylic tunnel aquarium has good light transmission.

Acrylic tunnel aquarium has a long service life, more than three years longer than other fish tanks.

Acrylic is light, half as light as ordinary glass.

The acrylic tunnel aquarium is colorful and bright.

Acrylic tunnel aquarium has strong plasticity, large shape change and easy molding processing.

Acrylic tunnel aquariums are easy to maintain and easy to clean.

How to build an acrylic tunnel aquarium

Building the Acrylic Tunnel Aquarium is a complex and professional process that requires careful planning and expertise. Here are the general steps for building an acrylic tunnel aquarium (if you want to build an acrylic tunnel, please consult a professional, Leyu Acrylic will be your quality consultant) :

1. Design:

The first step is to design the acrylic tunnel aquarium, taking into account the size, shape and location of the tunnel. The design should also include the evaluation of the thickness of the acrylic sheet, the support structure and the deployment of the filtration system.

2. Purchase materials:

Purchase high-quality acrylic (Leyu Acrylic focuses on the aquarium industry for more than 20 years), suitable for use in aquariums. Panels shall be cut to the desired size and shape according to the design requirements.

3. Make:

Use a special solvent cement to assemble the acrylic panels together and glue the panels together. Panels should be carefully aligned and secured to create a watertight seal. Need to pay attention to waterproof.

4. Installation:

Install the acrylic tunnel water cylinder in the required position to ensure that it is properly supported and fixed. The tunnel should be integrated into the entire aquarium system, including the filtration system and lighting system.

5. Test:

Fill the aquarium with water and test for leaks or other problems. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure the proper functioning of the Acrylic Tunnel Aquarium.

6. Maintenance:

Regular maintenance is a necessary condition to keep the acrylic tunnel aquarium in good condition. This includes cleaning acrylic sheets, monitoring water quality and servicing filtration systems.

It should be noted that the construction of acrylic tunnel aquarium requires professional skills and equipment, it is recommended to hire professionals with experience in building large acrylic structures. In addition, safety precautions should be taken during construction to ensure the structural integrity of the aquarium. 

If you have any questions about aquarium acrylics, please contact Leyu Acrylic.

How to remove scratches from an acrylic aquarium

When using an acrylic fish tank, especially in areas where people come and go in the aquarium, scratches will inevitably appear.

So how do you clean these scratches?

If the outer walls are also easily scratched, if the fish tank is damaged when decorating the inside of the aquarium, then first you need to take good care of your fish, clean them and put them in a safe place.

During the scratch repair process, you may need to:

Acrylic/Plastic Polish

800 and 1200 grit sandpaper

Soak sandpaper in water

Instruct:

Wet a piece of 800-grit sandpaper - sand over the scratch in a circular motion, then repeat with a dry piece of 800-grit sandpaper. Sand alternately with dry and wet sandpaper for 2 to 3 minutes. Don't worry if your acrylic starts to look more frosty or has more small scratches on it - these scratches will disappear during the process;

Next, go to level 1200 and do the same thing. Continue wiping until all scratches are gone;

Finally, dry the area with a soft, dry, clean cotton cloth. Then apply acrylic polish and the acrylic will look like it's never been scratched! Polishing compound can restore acrylic to a high gloss;

Which acrylic aquarium manufacturer best

There are several acrylic aquarium manufacturers that are well-regarded for their high-quality products. 

While opinions may vary, here are a few reputable acrylic aquarium manufacturers:

LEYU (Acrylic Tank Manufacturing): 

LEYU is a well-known manufacturer that specializes in custom acrylic aquariums. They are known for their attention to detail, craftsmanship, and ability to create unique and stunning aquarium designs.

LESHENG:

LESHENG offers a range of acrylic aquariums known for their clarity, durability, and affordability. They provide various sizes and shapes, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarium enthusiasts.

LEHUI: 

LEHUI is another reputable manufacturer that produces acrylic aquariums known for their clarity and sleek design. They offer different shapes and sizes, including standard rectangular tanks, bow-front tanks, and hexagon tanks.

LEYU: 

LEYU is a manufacturer known for their innovative and visually striking aquarium designs. They specialize in rimless, frameless acrylic aquariums that create the illusion of a seamless aquatic environment.

Leyu acrylic aquarium factory: 

Leyu acrylic aquarium factory is a manufacturer that focuses on producing high-quality, custom-made acrylic aquariums. They are known for their attention to detail and ability to create unique designs tailored to the customer's preferences.

When selecting an acrylic aquarium manufacturer, it's essential to consider factors such as the size, shape, and design options they offer, as well as the reputation and customer reviews for their products.

Acrylic Tunnel

If the acrylic window aquarium could make you face to face with the ocean, the tunnel could bring you the immersive experience of being under the sea. Walking through the long underwater tunnel is like being in the sea. In the blue atmosphere, it is as if time passes slowly and silently, the beautiful underwater scenery makes you forget time. Sea fishes move freely through the water, their scales glisten, and fish larger than a man swim past, a sense of shock overwhelms you. Sharks swim slowly across the water like birds spreading their wings.

 

Leyu Acrylic helps you to create such a dream and fantastic scene. Having undertaken more than seventy Oceanarium Projects these ten years, our professional designers and installation teams are able to fulfill the professional capability of production and installation, producing professional acrylic tunnel, including underwater tunnel, 270-degree tunnel, 180-degree tunnel, duplex tunnel... , and seek for greater perfection in every step. The tunnel is not only suitable for the aquarium, but also for all scenes with unique designs, such as theme restaurants, high-end hotels and private villas. Acrylic Panels for tunnels could be customized according to different scene designs.

 

In the Ningbo Underwater World built by Leyu Acrylic in 2006, it has the designs of three different tunnels: 180-degree, 270-degree and duplex tunnel combined in the one Oceanarium, requiring consideration of the water pressure that panels in different designs could withstand, as well as seamless splicing between these three tunnels to ensure a sense of experience for visitors while also ensuring safety. This is both a unique design for an oceanarium in all of China and a challenge to Leyu Acrylic at that time. By the opening of the Quanzhou Oceankingdom in 2021, Leyu Acrylic has once again challenged itself to set a new engineering record by completing a 150m long underwater tunnel, the longest indoor undersea tunnel in China. The acrylic used for the undersea tunnel was produced and installed on site by the Leyu team.