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Old 11-13-2004, 10:26 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Default New to lighting, 30 gal

Hi, I am pretty new to the hobby, finally got my tank running. Currently there are 2 clownfish and 1 damsel. I want to eventually add an annenome soon and maybe some other type of soft coral. Right now I just have one of those dim lights that can't grow that kind of stuff. What would be the best for me? I don't really know all the technical stuff like MH lighting, etc. I don't want to have to hang my light. What would be the best option? I am not with my tank right now but believe it is 30'' across by 12'' deep and 19'' high. Thanks

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Old 11-14-2004, 01:32 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: New to lighting, 30 gal

Hello Andrew,
Soft Corals do not require the intense lighting that sps or hard corals require. A set of Compact flourescents would do nicely. Try this link or look in the 3reef sponsor area. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...4&tc=photo I have purchased from this person before and didn't have any problems. Don't forget to add a set of legs if you get the light.
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