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    Rating: (4.5 out of 5 stars)
    Reviews: 2,085 Petco Reviews
    Product Name: Aqueon Standard Glass 10 Gallon Rectangular Tank for Aquariums & Terrariums
    Manufacturer: Central Garden & Pet
    Model Number: 100528607
    Product SKU: B01MRCNVSY
    UPC: 15905000260
    ASIN: B01MRCNVSY
    Brand: Aqueon
    Item Dimensions LxWxH: 20.25 x 10.5 x 12.63 inches
    Item Weight: 10 pounds
    Item model number: 100528607
    Manufacturer: Central Garden & Pet

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    Be aware that Aqueon tanks have terrible quality issues, specifically with the silicone seams at the edges. I think it's safe to use their ten gallon tanks - pressure is relatively low, and it's just ten gallons on the floor. But I've had several of their larger tanks fail and leak. Others report catastrophic failures, not just slow leaks. And inspecting some new Aqueon tanks, I've found voids, gaps, even one where the silicone just was missing alone the last few edges of one edge.

    I love the price on their small tanks but stay away from anything larger than ten gallons. Maybe they've addressed the problem since, but I saw this from ~2021 up to a tank in store just a few months ago. EDIT: Or don't stay away, but inspect them closely in the parking lot.
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    09-24-2023 at 07:26 AM.
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    I see aquarium deals, I upvote. Thanks!
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    09-24-2023 at 09:53 AM.

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    09-24-2023 at 09:53 AM.
    Be aware that Aqueon tanks have terrible quality issues, specifically with the silicone seams at the edges. I think it's safe to use their ten gallon tanks - pressure is relatively low, and it's just ten gallons on the floor. But I've had several of their larger tanks fail and leak. Others report catastrophic failures, not just slow leaks. And inspecting some new Aqueon tanks, I've found voids, gaps, even one where the silicone just was missing alone the last few edges of one edge.

    I love the price on their small tanks but stay away from anything larger than ten gallons. Maybe they've addressed the problem since, but I saw this from ~2021 up to a tank in store just a few months ago. EDIT: Or don't stay away, but inspect them closely in the parking lot.
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    09-24-2023 at 10:22 AM.

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    09-24-2023 at 10:22 AM.
    It is always good to do a leak test first in yard with a water hose before setting up inside.
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    furyfight
    09-24-2023 at 10:59 AM.
    09-24-2023 at 10:59 AM.
    Quote from ResidentPony :
    Be aware that Aqueon tanks have terrible quality issues, specifically with the silicone seams at the edges. I think it's safe to use their ten gallon tanks - pressure is relatively low, and it's just ten gallons on the floor. But I've had several of their larger tanks fail and leak. Others report catastrophic failures, not just slow leaks. And inspecting some new Aqueon tanks, I've found voids, gaps, even one where the silicone just was missing alone the last few edges of one edge.

    I love the price on their small tanks but stay away from anything larger than ten gallons. Maybe they've addressed the problem since, but I saw this from ~2021 up to a tank in store just a few months ago. EDIT: Or don't stay away, but inspect them closely in the parking lot.

    i have had 3 aqueon tanks under 20 gallons and have not bad problems. unsure about bigger sizes
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    09-24-2023 at 11:14 AM.
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    Quote from furyfight :
    i have had 3 aqueon tanks under 20 gallons and have not bad problems. unsure about bigger sizes
    I think they use good materials, inasmuch as they're cheap tanks. But there was a while when some tanks had the sealant misapplied, and it got past whatever quality control they have. I think they can be good again if they fix or have fixed their production issues. Good news - I think - is that the issue is usually visible. If the silicon is interrupted, there's a gap, or it doesn't reach the corners. Or if you look through the glass and a section does not adhere - then reject the tank. Otherwise it should be fine. Basically do the QA that the company should have done.

    I still have some Aqueon tanks. One's half-full (for frogs) and small. Another is holding a snake, very little weight in there and no water to leak. And the third is a ten gallon I use while cleaning other tanks. They're great for the money, imo - but inspect the seals before use.
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    The-Mentalist
    09-24-2023 at 05:08 PM.
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    I was wondering why they don't use plexiglass or similar that are unbreakable and shatterproof, while still maintaining clear translucent view?
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    09-24-2023 at 05:23 PM.
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    Quote from truckin76 :
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    Does fish poop slime stick better on plastic? Theres your answer.
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    09-24-2023 at 05:39 PM.
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    Paid $10 for this in December. Using for hermit crabs... no issues, but I have not put any water in it.
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    09-24-2023 at 06:27 PM.
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    Quote from The-Mentalist :
    I was wondering why they don't use plexiglass or similar that are unbreakable and shatterproof, while still maintaining clear translucent view?
    Acrylic tanks (plexiglass) do exist and have been available for decades, but they're much more expensive than glass. Those cheaper little plastic polyethylene beta tanks are possible because they're usually only 5 gal or smaller.
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    09-24-2023 at 06:51 PM.
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    Quote from ResidentPony :
    Be aware that Aqueon tanks have terrible quality issues, specifically with the silicone seams at the edges. I think it's safe to use their ten gallon tanks - pressure is relatively low, and it's just ten gallons on the floor. But I've had several of their larger tanks fail and leak. Others report catastrophic failures, not just slow leaks. And inspecting some new Aqueon tanks, I've found voids, gaps, even one where the silicone just was missing alone the last few edges of one edge.

    I love the price on their small tanks but stay away from anything larger than ten gallons. Maybe they've addressed the problem since, but I saw this from ~2021 up to a tank in store just a few months ago. EDIT: Or don't stay away, but inspect them closely in the parking lot.
    I've been running almost exclusively Aqueon tanks outside of a couple rimless nanos for years now and haven't had any issues. I've had a 75 up for 6+ years, a shrimp rack with 2x2.5 gallon, a 5.5, a 20 long and a standard 10 thats been going for 3 years. Before I found out about the $1/gallon sale which was replaced with the 50% off sale I bought all my tanks used and the only tank i've ever had leak was a 7 gallon rimless that I moved from my parents house to my house and I chalk that up as my fault for not doing it the right way, it was heavily planted and had a lot of shrimp and a few fish so I didn't want to remove all the water while moving it.

    My point is that maybe Aqueon does have a higher failure rate but if you do your standard leak test and it's not leaking from the start I find it hard to believe that it wasn't user error that lead to any leaks/cracks. I do believe that they're made cheaper than other tanks but most cases of leaks are probably from people not leveling out their tanks putting more pressure on possibly already weak seals.
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    09-24-2023 at 07:51 PM.
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    I guess the days of $1/gal Aqueons are over?
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