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12-26-2007, 01:40 PM
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New in Town
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: michigan
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Lighting Help
I have a 65 gal tank with some corals and fish it has been up about 6 months now. I have a satillite lighting system with 2x 65 watt bulbs. My tank size is 48 x 24 deep x 13 wide. What would you recommend for lighting to keep a reef system ?
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12-26-2007, 04:06 PM
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Just Moved In
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: NYC
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Re: Lighting Help
I like a T5 system, the benefits of the reduced heat and electrical consumption compared to a MH system was my deciding factor. Also, what type of coral system SPS? LPS? that is also a factor.
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12-26-2007, 06:17 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Bardstown, KY
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Re: Lighting Help
I've always liked MH for a reef application, however never running T-5's, I can't suggest a reason for not using those either. Howevewr with Halides, you get the nice shimmer lines and they can always be used for an upgraded tank in the future (taller).
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12-27-2007, 06:20 PM
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Re: Lighting Help
Thanks
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