HummingBird Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Ok so I've used some silicone to repair this sponge filter of mine. I see now it says it's not meant for sustained submersion (EG FISH TANKS!!)...what will happen if I use it in a tank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbird Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Nothing, until it pulls away from the glass and then :evil: ring the insurance company. The adhesion value of some silicones are not great as far as water is concerned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 If it is the alkaline cure, ie, didn't smell like a vinegary harsh scent when applying, then your tank is toxic. The stuff plumbers get carried away with, is lethal to fish. Alan 104 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HummingBird Posted July 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Thanks guys, I've ended up removing it from the filter. Not worth the risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucid Posted July 29, 2005 Report Share Posted July 29, 2005 the one you want to get is 202 clear, red and blue tube from your local hardware store, or you can get the silaflex glass rtv which is a blue tube. B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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