Oceanic Ultimate

[MPH]

Quick question for you folks still into the hobby. I see Oceanic has a new line coming out, the Ultimate which features Starphire glass. My question is does anybody know if all viewing panels are Starphire or just the front? I also am digging their new size configurations.

[clownnut]

just the front panel. i dont think they taking custom order now.

[sea monkey]

does starphire glass really make that big of a difference ?

[MPH]

does starphire glass really make that big of a difference ?

Yes it does to me, but then again I work with glass all day long everyday so I easily see the difference between low iron glass and regular clear glass....

[Goldpony75]

From what i understand of the new oceanic tech series tanks the 3 veiwing panels are starphire glass front and both sides they also dont have a center brace.

[sea monkey]

Yes it does to me, but then again I work with glass all day long everyday so I easily see the difference between low iron glass and regular clear glass....

I guess what I'm asking is , is it going to be like the difference of looking at a clam through the glass VS through the top of tank or is it just going to be slightly better ?

[sea monkey]

From what i understand of the new oceanic tech series tanks the 3 veiwing panels are starphire glass front and both sides they also dont have a center brace.

the site only mentions front .

[MPH]

From what i understand of the new oceanic tech series tanks the 3 veiwing panels are starphire glass front and both sides they also dont have a center brace.

Nice, I didn't notice the Tech series.....Hmmm almosts makes me want to get back into the hobby with a small tank.

[Goldpony75]

According to their wholesale catalog it says that 3 sides are starphire. could be a misprint thoughthe site only mentions front .

[clownnut]

last time i talked to them, only front panel. i want to custom one, but they only custom work they do for now are drilled the tank and add overflow...

[Goldpony75]

Im guessing they changed that then. i do know the catalog i seen was the first one for that line. I'm sure it will make em a little cheaper then. The 120 gallon tech series tanks and stand was about $1100.00

[civil]

Check out this thread, some very nice setups with the Tech tank, love them.

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1131476

[smeese]

I am getting a 4 foot 150 in this series after the first of the year. I am excited to hear no centerbraces!

[MPH]

Ummm I think Oceanic's site is hosed. I am guessing most if not all the size dimensions are wrong. They have the 120 listed as 48.5 x 25 x 18.5, not even close to 120 gallons. They have the 90 gallon listed the same but from the pictures I have looked at in the reefcentral forum it looks like the standard 90 not how they have it listed at 48.5L x 25W x 18.5H---that dimension would be cool but I am pretty sure the pics of the 90 I have seen are 18.5 wide and 25 high. Just when I was thinking I may need a tank again....and no I don't want to go through the hassel of building one again.

[Redwinger]

Just when I was thinking I may need a tank again....and no I don't want to go through the hassel of building one again.


I sure hope you are getting back into it....:biga::bow:

[mattb]

I am getting a 4 foot 150 in this series after the first of the year. I am excited to hear no centerbraces!
centerbraces = sucky I'll never have a tank with them..... That'll be a nice tank!

[clownnut]

Ummm I think Oceanic's site is hosed. I am guessing most if not all the size dimensions are wrong. They have the 120 listed as 48.5 x 25 x 18.5, not even close to 120 gallons. They have the 90 gallon listed the same but from the pictures I have looked at in the reefcentral forum it looks like the standard 90 not how they have it listed at 48.5L x 25W x 18.5H---that dimension would be cool but I am pretty sure the pics of the 90 I have seen are 18.5 wide and 25 high. Just when I was thinking I may need a tank again....and no I don't want to go through the hassel of building one again.

i think they made a mistake when they listing the dimension.
like the 178. 29 is high not wide...

[smeese]

Thanks I am excited!
centerbraces = sucky I'll never have a tank with them..... That'll be a nice tank!

[RogersCG]

Does anyone in the biz know what the pricing is for the 90 and 105 in the Ultimate series and the Tech series? Just the tank, black frame is fine.

Thanks,
Chris

[mattb]

I could.... Oceanic are more pricy than AGA, but IMHO, the quality is a lot higher. My 120 is an AGA, my last AGA.... I think when I was looking at my 120 the price difference from the AGA to Oceanic was $200+. I went with AGA due to capacity. At the time, I would have been on a waiting list for several months to get an Oceanic 120...

[RaysReef]

From talking to www.glasscages.com The starphire glass doesn't have iron that give it that greenish tint...Similiar clarity to an acrylic tank

[hypertech]

Beware of glass cages reputation and be very careful about deciding to buy from them.

That info is, in my understanding, exactly right. There are a couple companies that make low iron glass but Starphire is the most common brand we see.

[RogersCG]

I worked retail at a fish store out of HS for a few years in Texas and we sold Oceanic. They were night and day better than everything else at the time. I like the Starphire front glass idea and after my last disaster I am hesitant to go used again. This purchase should fall around tax return time assuming they are available by then. 90 is really what I want, I was just curious of the pricing on the 105.

[kjdeut]

If someone finds a good deal on the ultimate series let me know. I am shopping aropund for their 215 gal tank.

Ken

[mrbill]

I am looking to buy a new tank also. Something in the 180 to 220 size, tank only. Maybe we could get a group discount.

[kvmn]

just wonder if all tank builder build starphire glass ,,using the same starphire glass?
i mean all starphire glass quality the same or not really??

[Chris Goetz]

just wonder if all tank builder build starphire glass ,,using the same starphire glass?
i mean all starphire glass quality the same or not really??

Starphire is made/sold by PPG and is just the common name we hear in the aquarium forums for low iron glass.
There are other companies that sell low iron glass.(Optiwhite, Ultrawhite, etc...)

So, yes all "Starphire" is probably pretty much the same stuff, but it may differ slightly from other low iron glass brands.

Google "low iron glass" for tons of info.

Chris

[RaysReef]

is there different grade level? curious....

[coralreefer]

is there different grade level? curious....
As far as I know they don't make varying grades of the starphire brand low iron glass. I don't know of any clarity tests between low iron glass brands either. For some reason, it seems that starphire has a hold on the market but I don't know if that is because of superior quality above other brands.

[kjdeut]

Just rough idea over the phone I was quoted between $1500-$2000 for the 215 gal ultimate series.

[RaysReef]

:p might as well go rimless with diamonds for gravel...lol

[tmanning]

What's the best way to find an Oceanic Tech 120...Order through local LFS?

They look like nice tanks...

[smeese]

Yeah probably

[REEFSTOCK]

There is a big difference between regular and Starfire glass... when seen side by side. On their own, both are good. No doubt Starfire is better, if you have the cash to burn. Obviously many of us have wonderful tanks we enjoy without starfire!

JIMO :)

[smeese]

I am getting my 150 for 750-800 (it is a 4 foot)

[coralreefer]

Does anyone know who sells these tanks in mn?

[smeese]

ANy Oceanic dealer. I would say mosy LFS but may be mistaken, they do not come out till JAn 1st.

[Wetone]

Wet World does have one ultimate on the show floor, My favorite is the tech series, I just installed one,:biggthumpup: very well thought out, the stand open from front and side panels for easy filter and equipment access, bevled edges, no center brace, ultra slim overflow box with four holes to eccept "1 BH. I want another also have pricing on the 40,70,90, also 120 tech series

[coralreefer]

have pricing on the 40,70,90, also 120 tech series
How much are they gonna be?

[Wetone]

120 Gallon Tech in Stainles Steel with overflow kits $859.99

Aquarium only, Stand is another $799.99, finest piece of furniture made today!

[smeese]

Wetone how much can you do a 150 show for? Tank only

[kvmn]

so oceanic tech series only go up to 120g?? and they will made bigger than 120g after Jan 1st ??

also oceanic ultimate series only front glass is starphire ?? or all side regular glass?
anyone know??
thanks

ANy Oceanic dealer. I would say mosy LFS but may be mistaken, they do not come out till JAn 1st.

[tmanning]

The Ultimate series has front-only Starphire while the Tech series has Staphire on the sides as well.

About sizes...right now I only see 120g maximum available for the Techs. Someone else will have to chime in about future availability.