Boom Posted April 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 So I bought the silicone listed as #1 on this thread. It says right on the tube not for submerged use, not for aquarium use. What gives!!?? is it safe for my aquarium or not?? Boom :boom: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Most of the common silicons sold say the same thing. I'm pretty sure it's the same as the water line on submersible heaters - manufacturers just covering their butts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boom Posted April 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Thanks J. So it IS safe for the aquarium, but they just won't say so to avoid potential liability? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmullin Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 liabilities over everything now a days with all the frivolous lawsuits that are filed daily. surprised that this does not also say 'not for human consumption' ! Check the net yourself if you'd like...use uncle google with ge silicone 1 aquarium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 I have personally used GE I and didn't have a problem. The stuff I usually get now is the WeatherSheild (2nd) on that same list bc you can get 3 tubes for $10 at Home Hardware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boom Posted April 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Thanks guys. I will use the GE I. I bought two tubes already. How long do you wait for it to cure before it's safe for the fishies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 At least 24hrs. Parts of my sump just gave out, tho and I only left it 24hrs. Many people want to wait a week. Somewhere in between should be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boom Posted April 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2012 Thanks J. Put the last sealant in yesterday (Friday) morning. Going to wait until Thursday to add water again. I saved the background and it should still look a-ok! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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