Brayden's dad Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Hi guys & gals, I need some aquarium safe black silicon for my background. I tried Bunnings a couple of days ago but they did not have any aquarium safe black silicon. Does anyone know where I can get some, please? I live in Newcastle. Troy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkap Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Mate, I just got mine from Bunnings. They have a whole heap of different kinds there (at least they did when I had to get some). I can't remember exactly which type it was, I did some research on the web to find out what it could / couldn't have in it. Just checked the garage on the off chance I still had some left to see the brand and type, but no. I guess after 4 years the tube had to get thrown out sometime. Regards, p. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brayden's dad Posted January 27, 2006 Author Share Posted January 27, 2006 Mate, I just got mine from Bunnings. They have a whole heap of different kinds there (at least they did when I had to get some). I can't remember exactly which type it was, I did some research on the web to find out what it could / couldn't have in it. Just checked the garage on the off chance I still had some left to see the brand and type, but no. I guess after 4 years the tube had to get thrown out sometime. Regards, p. ← Yeah, I tried Bunnings &, yes, they did have a heap of different types but none that were suitable for an aquarium, ie, there are aquarium safe silicons there but no black. Thanks for your effort. Anybody else? Troy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morg Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 I got mine from lfs. It's GE contractors glazing silicone. Product code SCS1003. It doesn't say it's specifically for aquariums, but I trust the shop and haven't had any problems with it. This is the stuff they use to build tanks. As long as it's acetic cure it should be fish safe.HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Isn't that stuff clear though? He wants black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morg Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 I guess it comes in both, but I've got a tube of the black stuff in front of me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silversurfer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 I use Selleys Roof & Gutter Silcone (Black) from Bunnings, have used it for building caves, sealing filters and tank repairs. I know 2 other people that have used it for over 5 years with no problems or issues. Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brayden's dad Posted January 28, 2006 Author Share Posted January 28, 2006 I use Selleys Roof & Gutter Silcone (Black) from Bunnings, have used it for building caves, sealing filters and tank repairs. I know 2 other people that have used it for over 5 years with no problems or issues. Regards ← Yeah, I saw that stuff there. When the instuctions say "unsuitable for below water line use", I'm not sure what they are exactly referring to. I assume it refers to applications where a totally water proof seal is needed. Troy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 hey there, troy if i was u i would justgo to ur local glazier and ask them if they have some im sure they would cheers wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brayden's dad Posted January 29, 2006 Author Share Posted January 29, 2006 hey there, troy if i was u i would justgo to ur local glazier and ask them if they have some im sure they would cheers wayne ← Cheers, thanks mate. I spent a good 30 minutes in Bunnings last week trying to find some. Troy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR73 Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 I use Selleys Roof & Gutter Silcone (Black) from Bunnings, have used it for building caves, sealing filters and tank repairs. I know 2 other people that have used it for over 5 years with no problems or issues. Regards ← Oh thank God - I used some of that a few weeks ago and have been panicking I was going to poison my fish! Was thinking draining my tank and ripping it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Another product that is safe to use in your tank is V2. It comes in clear and also black! This is an acetic cure silicone that is extremely strong and is very good for sealing and fixing fish tanks as well. You local glazier should have it or be able to get it for you. If not I can bring you a tube to the next NSWCS meeting if you like. cya Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkap Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Hi Troy, I actually found a very old tube of the black silicone I used for my tank that I got from Bunnings. It was: Fuller: Easy Seal Silicone - Window and Glass (Black) Regards, p. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter_Gun_Riff Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 if it is a nutural cure silicon it is aquarium safe isnt it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trofius Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Neutral cure silicones are safe to use, BUT You will need to let the tank dry for more than 3 weeks depending on the thickness of the silicone, it drys slower, AND as neutral cure silicone drys it releases methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) instead of acetic acid (strong vineger) MEK is toxic so the tank will also need to dry outside after a few days add a bowl of water, put lids on, neutral cure silicone loves a humid environment to cure properly... Also most of the "not suitable for underwater applications" statement i beleive is just to cover their behind if the silicone is used for fish tanks.. the most popular tank builing silicone Dow corning 999-A also has this statement.... I actaully called dow corning once ,they said no silicone should be used for the construction of aquariums, instead they said an epoxy type glue should be used and silicone just for the inner seal.. ED: Also avoid any silicones that are designed to be used in the bathroom ,kitchen etc as they have mold destroying chemicals in them that are not nice to fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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