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Old 04-04-2008, 01:55 PM
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Default 54g Corner tank Light Advice

Heloo, I recently purchased a 54gallon corner tank and I would like to get it ready to be a reef tank. Currently I have a 24" Coralife Aqualight Double Linear Strip Compact Fluorescent Fixture (130W Total). This was enough for my 30g, but I think I will need more light for the new setup.

Do any of you have any recommendations on lights to house a wide variety of coral and annenomies-- I would like to stay under $300 if possible, and would also like to minimize heat generated (to avoid a chiller or fans) and electric usage.


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Old 04-04-2008, 08:38 PM
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Default Re: 54g Corner tank Light Advice

Wether you can use that light or not would depend on the depth of your tank.They are very poor at depth penitration
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