400 mh

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  1. frankthetank

    frankthetank Spaghetti Worm

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    is there ever really a need for something like that ?
     
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  2. silor

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    Yes there is... What would be your application?
     
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  3. frankthetank

    frankthetank Spaghetti Worm

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    i have a 220 just was wondering i have 250 mh now just didnt know what400s would be used for
     
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  4. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    Alot of people run 400's over 220's including myself. Just depends on tank depth and what type of corals you are stocking. What reflectors and ballast/ bulb combo are you running?
     
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  5. frankthetank

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    aros and xm14ks and spder reflectors im doin a mixed reef most soft and lps right now
     
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  7. frankthetank

    frankthetank Spaghetti Worm

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    also 4 vhos
     
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  8. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    Extremely huge tanks (300+) that have sps coral. :)






    (or 220's!) :p
     
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  9. frankthetank

    frankthetank Spaghetti Worm

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    ahh ok how big of blue led would i need for a nightlight to get the sweet grow ?
     
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  10. zoo 4 life

    zoo 4 life Coral Banded Shrimp

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    What about people whe are concerned about heating up the tank and want to place the bulb further away from the tank while still maintaining the ability to grow SPS and clams. I think the 400 Watt M.H. would be good for that.
     
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