Would these be enough lighting for my tank?

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by babyduke, Jan 27, 2009.

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  1. babyduke

    babyduke Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Nova Extreme HO Light Fixture - 2 x 24W - T5 - 10,000K/460nm - 24 in.
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    Currently I have a 55G tank (48L x 13W x 20H) with live rocks with lots of metallic green mushrooms & xenias and fish. It's built into the wall so the clearance for lighting is only about 3 inches so I cannot hang a fixture over it. Only choice is to put a glass canopy and to place the light fixture over it. There is a divider in the middle so I would have to get 2 sets of these lights. Would they provide enough lighting?
     
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  2. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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  3. szrazzt

    szrazzt Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Current makes a T5 fixture that would work because it is very low profile but I'd go with a four bulb 48 inch setup not two two bulb 24 inch.

    I know current arent the best lights but the fixtures are very thin at about 1.5 to 2 inches tall. They get hot so you will probably need a vent fan to go along with the one that comes with the hood.
     
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