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lighting question

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by SaltWaterloo, Apr 11, 2010.

  1. Apr 11, 2010 #1
    SaltWaterloo

    SaltWaterloo Inactive User

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    Hey im gettin ready to set up the 55 gallon tank, and im trying to figure out lighting. I dont have a big budget. Shaun is offering his nova extreme 2 bulb for pretty cheap. should i go with that? I'm going to have a good mixture of coral, inverts and fish in the tank, and i have shimmering moon leds. I may have to get a second set of lights since im not sure a two bulb would go TOO far. but im jsut getting suggestions on some lighting. any imput would be great. THanks!
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  2. Apr 11, 2010 #2
    JB Marion

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    There really is no magic number... The proper amount of lighting will vary depend on what you are planning to keep. As a general rule, corals, anenome's and clams need lots of light. Fish, crabs, starfish etc would be happy with a cheap shop light. But even within corals it varies... Generally SPS and LPS generally needs more light than softies. Are you going for growth, color or both? There's a lot to consider.

    So, in other words, you need to figure out what you want to keep and then plan your lighting accordingly.

    Hope that helps.

    -JB
     
  3. Apr 11, 2010 #3
    nick

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    Anymore I would say to go with t-5 high output. There are some many more options for spectrums so on and so forth. Leds seem to be awesome but get quit costly to buy.
     
  4. Apr 11, 2010 #4
    SaltWaterloo

    SaltWaterloo Inactive User

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    Thanks guys. im setting this tank up for my parents and they want lots of color and variety. i plan on having at least 1 clam, along with plenty of corals. ill get the nova extreme and if i need to upgrade, so be it
     

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