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How much surface load will Tripolymer Tank Media support in a 550-gallon tank?

April 26, 2017load media support tank tripolymer

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How much surface load will Tripolymer Tank Media support in a 550-gallon tank?

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A. The dimensions of a 550-gallon tank are approximately 72 inches X 48 inches, a total surface area of 3456 square inches or 24 square feet. Taking 37 pounds per square inch as the average compressive strength of Tripolymer Tank Media at the standard 2 pound density, a 550-gallon tank filled with Tripolymer will support 127,872 pounds or 64 tons!