Sunpod 150w MH or 250w MH for BC29?

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by CLoob, Feb 26, 2008.

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  1. CLoob

    CLoob Astrea Snail

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    What is the difference in what I can keep in my BC29 with a Sunpod 150w MH or Sunpod 250w MH? Is 250w too much for the BC29?
    Can I keep SPS under the 150w MH?
     
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  3. CLoob

    CLoob Astrea Snail

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    Slow down! Not everybody at once now.
     
  4. Matt Rogers

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    Personally I'd got with a 150w because of heat, etc.
    These are cube tanks right?
    That would help too I'd think.

    You can keep SPS with a 150w - I did - in the upper half of the aquarium.
     
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    I think the 250 would be too much, however, if you plan on getting a bigger tank in the near future, then I would get the 250. If you do decide to get the 250, you could always hang the lights higher away from the tank. It all depends what are your plans. I hope this helps, Luna.
     
  6. CLoob

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    Thanks, I will keep that in mind.