gliebig
Members
I just realized I bought two different colored tubes of GE silicone 1. One is red and says kitchen/bath/plumbing and the other is blue and says window/door/attic/basement. Which one(s) safe to use?
gliebig
Members
I didn't see anything about mold/mildew on either.
jonclark96
Past CCA President
Like said above, don't use the stuff that is mildew resistant. It will put off nasty stuff into your tank.
gliebig
Members
Just read the labels again and they both say "Not for use below the water line or aquariums."
This is the GE1 silicone I read I am supposed to use.
This is the GE1 silicone I read I am supposed to use.
minifoot77
Members
thats so you cant sue them if your tank leaks....
Years ago GE1 silicone was good for aquariums - it isn't anymore.
minifoot77
Members
i use all glass brand in a large caulk tube.... here is another one http://www.bigalsonline.com/Fish_Ma...P-Silicone-Sealant_9083905_82.html?tc=default
i contacted GE about their silicone and apparently the GE1 contains some sort of midlew/antibacterial something or another now. i'd double check w/ ge.
i read to use and did use the ge momentive RTV100 series, it's commercial grade. i can't remember the name of the company i got it from. they are a commercial supplier of electrical parts in herndon right off 28, but they are all over the place. if i hear the name i'll recognize it. dah. this is going to drive me crazy not remembering it!! u can prob get it online too. comes in caulking gun size tubes.
i read to use and did use the ge momentive RTV100 series, it's commercial grade. i can't remember the name of the company i got it from. they are a commercial supplier of electrical parts in herndon right off 28, but they are all over the place. if i hear the name i'll recognize it. dah. this is going to drive me crazy not remembering it!! u can prob get it online too. comes in caulking gun size tubes.
gliebig
Members
Well, I've used prob 1/2 tube of the GE1 window/door sealant to secure this background. I'd love to know for sure if this is safe before I fill the tank.
Peacockbass
New Member
I have resealed over 20 tanks with GE silicone1. I always remember which one is same by the bar code. 77027 00012. I have never ever had any issue. This includes tanks that i have used to raise fry in, with no problem. Not sure what GE would say but I was told its 100 percent safe.
semperfires
Members
as long is it says 100% silicone (nothing added) you should be safe.
gliebig
Members
I think I'll test it tonight. I'll put some in my 10gallon and fill it with water. Since I don't have any fish, I'll just hold my cat underwater. If he croaks, I guess I have bad silicone.
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dogofwar
CCA Members
It will need to cure for a couple days before it's safe (even if it's the "safe" kind)...
Matt
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mshill90
Guest
I just sealed my 125 with GE1 (clear) and it's been fine. I belong to a million and one fish forums, and every forum has people who use GE1, and no one has had any ill affects.
I bought actual fish tank sealer, and it was junk.
I bought actual fish tank sealer, and it was junk.
Tony
Alligator Snapping Turtle/Past Pres
I used GE-1. No issues.
Heard that the one for bathroom usage is the one containing the anti-microbial ingredient, so I always went with the other variety. Sounds like others have researched it more than me though, so take that with a grain of salt.
Heard that the one for bathroom usage is the one containing the anti-microbial ingredient, so I always went with the other variety. Sounds like others have researched it more than me though, so take that with a grain of salt.
