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06-29-03, 09:27 PM
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glass?
Hey everyone,
I was just wondering, what kind of glass would you use to build an enclosure for a boa thats strong enough to not shatter when struck at?
Thanks,
Ben
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06-30-03, 11:02 AM
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8 to 10 mm is the best, think if a Boa gets big he is a very powerfull snake.
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06-30-03, 11:11 AM
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Ummmm How bout 1/4 inch plexiglass? or Acrylic. Doesn't shatter.
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06-30-03, 11:21 AM
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1/4 inch is good. I use 3/16 as well.
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06-30-03, 07:45 PM
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And your boa shouldn't be striking at the glass, no matter HOW thick it is.
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06-30-03, 08:07 PM
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Hey Jeff,
The reason why i asked if anyone knew how thick or what kind of glass that wouldnt shatter when struck at is because my boa does the ocassional (not everyday) strike to the glass because she can smell food and when i walk out of the room she strikes at me because there is the smell of rat and that im moving.
ED: Where do you get acrylic from? Is it cheaper and stronger than glass?
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06-30-03, 08:20 PM
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You can get 1/4" plexiglass at a Home Depot, or Lowes. US Plastics The plxiglass and acrylic will not shatter or break. Not sure about cheaper, but definately stronger. It is a plastic, and flexes(a little bit) unlike glass. Is also lighter too.
And as Jeff said.. Why is your Boa striking the glass? Are you feeding it Live prey? Boas almost never strike the glass. If this is a common occurance you have to find out why. And if you are feeding live, please don't. Your Boa WILL eat f/t, most will the first try.
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06-30-03, 08:21 PM
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there are several types of plexy glass they range from 25 times stronger than glass to 250+ times stronger. one type wich is one of the strongest is lexan THE SH*T IS NEARLY BULLET PROFF and it is priced like it is too. i just buy the cheep plexy glass and it works fine.
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06-30-03, 08:27 PM
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Nothing can be cheaper than glass. Its free, Its everywhere. Go to a window shop. They'll be more than happy to let you take all you want.
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06-30-03, 08:31 PM
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Really Jeff? They'll let you take it for free??
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06-30-03, 08:35 PM
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I use 6mm glass. If you are worried that the glass might shatter, get safety glass.
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06-30-03, 08:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally posted by Zoe
Really Jeff? They'll let you take it for free??
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Zoe, I managed to pick up several small pieces for free from a glass factory. They were even nice enough to temper it for me.
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06-30-03, 08:38 PM
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Wow, maybe i oughta hike up my skirt and give it a shot!
Zoe
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06-30-03, 08:52 PM
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reptile boi if your boa strikes at the glass get plexi or lexan he will be less likely to break his jaw......
Oh yeah if anyone local wants glass pm me I can get any size and thickness for less then wholesale And I often have a few pieces but its usually tempered so it cant be cut nor drilled
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06-30-03, 08:52 PM
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Wow, maybe i oughta hike up my skirt and give it a shot!
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Hmmm....Did I mention I own a glass shop? 
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