How high ?

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by jborlace, Oct 13, 2013.

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  1. jborlace

    jborlace Purple Spiny Lobster

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    How high should I hang a 150 Watt metal halide fixture from my water on 20 gallon tall aquarium
     
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  2. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    On the roof of your house.lol I would start at 8".
     
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  3. jborlace

    jborlace Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I went ahead and started at 10". I'll lower it slowly.
     
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  4. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    Good idea.;)8)
     
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  5. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    I agree with Vinny 8-10 inches. If the lighting type is new or new bulb you want to start higher and acclimate the corals.
     
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  6. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    My 250 watt metal halide is 10 3/4" above my 20 gallon.
     
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