Before I begin construction.....

brikag · 09-01-2009, 12:51 AM

I have a questions about Hydroton (leca), the clay ball substrate.

1.) How heavy are they? Example: covering an average 10 gallon tank w/ an inch of the clay balls. 10 oz? 10 pounds?

2.) Over time, will they eventually form into a solid brick later on down the road?

3.) Over time, will they become brittle and break-off into little pieces?

Just curious. I'm looking at alternatives. I may have found one.

Thank you for your attention.
Brian

brikag · 09-02-2009, 08:22 PM

Thank you for all your responses.

Rich Frye · 09-02-2009, 09:17 PM

Ten views and one smart ass post...

1. Lightish, that's what they are made for. Heavier than a malted milk ball, lighter than a grape.
2. No.
3.No.

brikag · 09-02-2009, 11:28 PM

Wow. I joined for the help.... You're right! Ten views and one smart A@# post!

Sorry.....

Rich Frye · 09-03-2009, 12:12 AM

Next time , maybe wait for more than single digit views before you rebuke others for not helping you immediately.
Your welcome for the answers to your questions BTW...

brikag · 09-03-2009, 01:58 AM

I'll remember that! Thanks! The number of days between my two posts shouldn't count though, right? BTW, thanks! Whatev....

Knoxter · 09-06-2009, 05:46 PM

Hi Brian,

1.) Leca is not heavy at all. The amount used to cover the bottom of a 10 ga may be just a few pounds. Way lighter than gravel.

2.) No if not kept in standing water. I have had tanks set up for years with 2-3 inches of leca. In some of my tanks, particularly the ones with standing water, the leca HAS begun to break down. It is not a solid layer, but just beginning to "chip up". (BTW-I only leave my tanks set up for a few years before I rebuild them)

3.) Again, No if not kept in standing water.

What is your alternative?

FYI-Our community is growing, but still rather small. Although it has been a few days, only a few people viewed your post. Some of which may have been guest. If you want a little quicker response, maybe let us know in the "Shout Box", Hopefully you can get help a lil faster.

Hang in there.

09-01-2009, 12:51 AM	#1 (permalink)
brikag Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 4	Before I begin construction..... I have a questions about Hydroton (leca), the clay ball substrate. 1.) How heavy are they? Example: covering an average 10 gallon tank w/ an inch of the clay balls. 10 oz? 10 pounds? 2.) Over time, will they eventually form into a solid brick later on down the road? 3.) Over time, will they become brittle and break-off into little pieces? Just curious. I'm looking at alternatives. I may have found one. Thank you for your attention. Brian

09-02-2009, 09:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rich Frye Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 175	Ten views and one smart ass post... 1. Lightish, that's what they are made for. Heavier than a malted milk ball, lighter than a grape. 2. No. 3.No. __________________ Please enjoy Fryebrothersfrogs.com

09-03-2009, 12:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
Rich Frye Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 175	Next time , maybe wait for more than single digit views before you rebuke others for not helping you immediately. Your welcome for the answers to your questions BTW... __________________ Please enjoy Fryebrothersfrogs.com

09-03-2009, 01:58 AM	#6 (permalink)
brikag Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 4	I'll remember that! Thanks! The number of days between my two posts shouldn't count though, right? BTW, thanks! Whatev.... Last edited by brikag; 09-03-2009 at 02:07 AM..

09-06-2009, 05:46 PM	#7 (permalink)
Knoxter Administrator/SiteOwner Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 432 Real Name: Marc Knox	Hi Brian, 1.) Leca is not heavy at all. The amount used to cover the bottom of a 10 ga may be just a few pounds. Way lighter than gravel. 2.) No if not kept in standing water. I have had tanks set up for years with 2-3 inches of leca. In some of my tanks, particularly the ones with standing water, the leca HAS begun to break down. It is not a solid layer, but just beginning to "chip up". (BTW-I only leave my tanks set up for a few years before I rebuild them) 3.) Again, No if not kept in standing water. What is your alternative? FYI-Our community is growing, but still rather small. Although it has been a few days, only a few people viewed your post. Some of which may have been guest. If you want a little quicker response, maybe let us know in the "Shout Box", Hopefully you can get help a lil faster. Hang in there. __________________ Marc My frogs- Vanzolini, El Dorado (ong&gold), Cayo de Agua, Almerante, Gold Dust, Yuris, Imis, Inters, Taras, O Lamasi, Iquitos Vents, Varis, SI. I appreciate everyone here. Without you, there would be no DFF. Thank you for your support.

09-02-2009, 08:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
brikag Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 4	Thank you for all your responses.

09-02-2009, 11:28 PM	#4 (permalink)
brikag Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 4	Wow. I joined for the help.... You're right! Ten views and one smart A@# post! Sorry.....

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