What's tHe cheapest LED way to light a 10gal reef?

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by homyg30, Jul 31, 2012.

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  1. homyg30

    homyg30 Feather Duster

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  3. Reef Breeders

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    A par 38 bulb would be your best bet, 6 watts won't cut it
     
  4. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    I personally would use more than that. They are good accents but you would need 2-4 to give a good par readout
     
  5. homyg30

    homyg30 Feather Duster

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    Ya im an idiot! I forgot to
    Say how many and what colors would
    U recomend?
     
  6. SourGummy

    SourGummy Astrea Snail

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    par30 should be enough
     
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    Panorama PRO LED lights are good, a par30/38 would have as good spread IMO.