Bins vs Tanks

[ericzerka24]

Bins!!!!!

[SpartaDog]

When you're comparing tanks versus bins (or even just 2 different types of enclosures), you want to compare square footage (floor area), not total volume.

So yes, a 20L is smaller than a 30L because a 20L is only 30"x12" whereas a 30L (same as a 30 gallon breeder) is 36"x18". A CB70-size tub which most breeders use for their adult bps is 33.5"x18.5". So the CB70 tub is only a few inches shy of a 30L.

There are 2 types of 40 gallons... The 40 gallon breeder is the same as the 30L except it is 6 inches taller. A 40L is 48"x12"x16". A 40L has more floor space than a 40 breeder. I know, quite confusing with these idiot names.

I figured most of this out.

But, generally, you want to use 30L for adult bp's, or a CB70 bin or any other tank/bin that has around the same floor space. The thing with caresheets is sometimes they forget that they're talking to newbies that are not familiar with aquariums besides the ones used for fish. So, when they talk sizes, they tend to forget to mention that we are talking about the LONG tanks that are designed for reptiles and not fish.

THIS is what I wanted to know. Should've known it was just people making mistakes, lol. Thanks. My questions are over.

[anatess]

Bins!!!!!

Your comment doesn't count. You're not yet sober.
Just kidding!

[Bones]

I have mine in a 30g tank. Not a 30 long. My temperatures are steady and ever since I did the foil treatment on the lid, my humidity has been steady as well. I don't have any problems with my tank and my snake has always done well.

I thought about switching to a tub, but I'd miss the clearness of the tank. My snake hides all the time, but I still like being able to see him in his hides. His tank is definitely on display, but it's in the back corner of my bedroom and 99% of the time, I'm the only person in there.

The one and only thing that makes me want to switch to a bin is the cleaning issue. I am 5'3", 110lbs and I absolutely cannot lift the tank up to clean it by myself. Every time I have to clean his tank, I think "great... how am I going to do this by myself"? It has really become an issue for me.

[SpartaDog]

I thought about switching to a tub, but I'd miss the clearness of the tank. My snake hides all the time, but I still like being able to see him in his hides. His tank is definitely on display, but it's in the back corner of my bedroom and 99% of the time, I'm the only person in there.

This is the exact same reason I do. I like seeing my snake, and if he's hiding, I like to know exactly where he is. I guess you could do this with bins just by opening them, but with a regular tank you don't have to disturb them at all.

The one and only thing that makes me want to switch to a bin is the cleaning issue. I am 5'3", 110lbs and I absolutely cannot lift the tank up to clean it by myself. Every time I have to clean his tank, I think "great... how am I going to do this by myself"? It has really become an issue for me.

If you mean the glass, try taking everything but the substrate (unless you use something that will get soggy and need replacing anyway) and scrub it with a wet toothbrush. It gets rid of all those little white drip stains without needing you to lift the tank at all.

[ericzerka24]

Your comment doesn't count. You're not yet sober.
Just kidding!

Haha $1 margarita night at la senoritas last nite got the best of me....wew