Melted plastic beam

[Maple]

I bought an aquarium to use as my tank for my bluey as it was the biggest one I could get from my pet store. One day while cleaning his tank I left his light over the plastic bar going across the middle. It melted a bit (thank goodness my bluey was in the tub at the time) and it’s been a bother ever since.

Is it safe to cut off this support beam? Can I replace it with something else?

It’s always been in the way of having lights on top of the metal mesh.

Thanks

[AnimalHouse.Alive]

I'm sure it should be fine to remove. Since you are using a mesh lid, I think the 'worst' thing that could happen is it just sinking in the middle if something heavy is placed in that area. But if the only thing being placed on top is the light it should be fine.

[splashy07]

If you're not looking for the tank to ever hold water it is fine to remove. I removed one from a 125g with no issues.