refugium lighting question

[tech1]

I need lighting for a refugium/sump under my 85 gallon. I want to grow some macroalgae, but did not want the light to be over 12 to 18 inches. Does anyone have any suggestions? thanks

[reefer504]

I am using 2-55 watt compacts.

[zack s]

over what size refuigum what is the temp on them?

[reefer504]

I have a 29g sump/refg the bulbs that I have over it right now are some old smart bulbs 50/50.

[Python73]

I'm going with a Lights of America fixture over my 29g sump. It is 65w putting out 6825 lumens. It is supposed to be between 5500 - 6500k. What's sweet about it is:

1 - moistureproof housing
2 - low heat output
3 - size (appx 10" x 4" x 4")
4 - cost = $30
5 - life of bulb = 10,000hrs (little over a year)

I've had good luck growing macro under normal PC srew-in bulbs in a shop light, so I'm sure this will rock. Plus, I've heard good things on the boards about them.

HTH.

S !