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    Bulkhead connectors

    I need to make some connections thru the wall of the IBC that I'm gonna use for a fish tank. Since both are at the water line or below I need to figure out something water proof. These are for the overflow lines to feed the grow beds and to maintain the fish tank level. I would like something that is 1.5" or 2" pvc. Has anyone had experience doing this? The hardware stores that I shop at really don't have anything that will work.

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    Re: Bulkhead connectors

    http://www.northcoastmarines.com/bulkhead_fittings.htm
    is where I get mine.

    A cheaper solution is to use PVC electrical conduit bulkhead fittings. They are not as strong, but they work OK. I put a rubber o-ring on both sides and then coat it with aquarium calk before I tighten the fittings up.
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    Re: Bulkhead connectors

    Thanks Badflash! The emt connectors look like they are going to work, they are straight threaded instead of tapered so they will tighten all the way down. I purchased some over the lunch hour. Again, thanks for the info.

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    Re: Bulkhead connectors

    Here's another option .... I'm going to use these next time instead of Bulky bulkhead fittings
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    Re: Bulkhead connectors

    Thanks Jackalope! Let me know how well they work.

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    Re: Bulkhead connectors

    I know this a late post on the topic, but i've been using Uniseals for two years, in my 55 gal. filter tanks with no leaking. I really like them.

    Ironfish

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