Sand Density

[rykna]

Hello,
I would like to buy some sand to fill my fish tank. The tank measures 4 feet by 18 inches. I think I have calculated that I should buy about 60 pounds of sand for a 1-inch deep layer.
Does this sound right? Can anyone confirm or correct my calculations?
I am guessing sand is about 125 pounds per cubic foot.
Thanks!
-Ozmar (aka, Rykna's husband...)

 

[moneyman]

My sand density reference is 1602 kg/m^3 (100 lb / cu.f.). So, that's 50 lb for a volume 48x18x1. You're in the ballpark.
Originally Posted by Rykna
Hello,
I would like to buy some sand to fill my fish tank. The tank measures 4 feet by 18 inches. I think I have calculated that I should buy about 60 pounds of sand for a 1-inch deep layer.
Does this sound right? Can anyone confirm or correct my calculations?
I am guessing sand is about 125 pounds per cubic foot.
Thanks!
-Ozmar (aka, Rykna's husband...)

 

[reefkprz]

by SWF.coms calculations you only need 35lbs. (that just doesnt sound right in my head) but thats what they say.

 

[rykna]

I found a sand calcualtor on another sight. The sum my hubby came up with was a tad high.
Thanks all :happyfish