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Old 20-09-2009, 11:42 AM
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Default Silicon sealent safe to use ?

GUYS is Dow Corning 781 clear sealent safe to you in reptiles / amphihibiands. As I have made a Foam background and now wont to cover it in eco earth.

(( 310ml. Ready-to-use, one-component, acetoxy silicone with fast cure and good weathering characteristics. Suitable for use on aluminium, glass, formica, and most other non-porous substrates. Safe to use in contact with potable water. ISO 11600-G-20HM. ))



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Old 21-09-2009, 10:19 AM
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I wouldn't risk it. The same people make a specific aquarium sealant and I would recommend that one instead.

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Or go to your local aquarium shop and see what they stock. It's better than having any nasties harming your critters!!
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Old 21-09-2009, 11:05 AM
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If its not designed for use with either reps or tropical fish i would stay away mate. better safe than sorry
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Old 21-09-2009, 11:18 AM
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I always use aquarium sealant just to make sure.
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Old 21-09-2009, 11:54 AM
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If the silicone has mould resistant properties then stay away from it. Have you thought of using epoxy resign instead of silicone?
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Old 21-09-2009, 07:34 PM
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Bit to late I bought it and used it but did some looking around and anything that ISO 11600-G-20HM or ISO 11600-G-25HM is safe to use.

Lots of people use this Brand to build Fish tanks so I found out.

Its ok anyway as the tank ent going to have anything in it its just a tank I bought to. Mod a bit
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