125 reef breeders suggestion

Discussion in 'Reef Breeders' started by katiejo, Feb 15, 2013.

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  1. katiejo

    katiejo Astrea Snail

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    So would you use 3 of those or get 2 of the photon 24
     
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  3. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    2 of the photon 24 would be great on your tank. You could also do the 32 inch. That would be even better.
     
  4. katiejo

    katiejo Astrea Snail

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    Yeah I just can't afford 2 of the 32
     
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    Depends on if you want the controller or not, 3 value fixtures would defenitly be more power
     
  6. katiejo

    katiejo Astrea Snail

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    I would like to have the controller but if the 3 can be put on a timer isn't it about the same as a controller I'm just trying to make sure I get the most power and efficiency for the corals
     
  7. Daniel072

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    Get 2 of the 24's. They are much better built than the non controllable ones. With the 24's, you can set them to rise in intensity at 1/2 hour increments. The 24's would be plenty to cover your tank. I don't think you can go wrong with them.
     
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  9. katiejo

    katiejo Astrea Snail

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    Ok that's what I'm going with as soon as I get the stand built and tank set up I can start a build thread on it thanks for all the help
     
  10. Daniel072

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    Enjoy the lights. They are really nice fixtures.
     
  11. katiejo

    katiejo Astrea Snail

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    Daniel072 would you get 90 or 120 optics
     
  12. Daniel072

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    I would get 90. If they are too tight and you don't get good coverage, you can always take the optics off. Running without optics is very close to running with 120 degree. Mine came with 90 but I have since removed them.