16 inch fixture ok for a 40br?

Is the 16 inch value fixture ok for a 40br? I plan to have mostly soft coral maybe a few lps. Also is the only difference between the value fixture and the photon 16 the addition of a controller?

 

The value fixtures don't have heatsinks, I don't believe. With this being said, those fans keep things quite cool. I think it would be enough.

 

You could get away with it using 120 degree optics. The controllable fixtures have a nicer case and a better, adjustable hanging kit. They will all have heat sinks starting the second week of March.

 

Thanks for the fast replies! Would I benefit from upgrading to the photon 24? I looks like it uses the same number of leds as the 16. Are they just spread out more? When will both units be back in stock and available for order?

 

I am very interested in knowing which way to go on this.... I also have a 40 breeder. But I want to add more light to my existing setup. I was looking at this, and the value led as well , But I plan on making a canopy, and using my existing 4 bulb aquatic life T5 4 bulb and mounting 2 bulbs in the back and the led in the middle ,and 2 bulbs in the front. To be able to Keep some SPS ,and clams. (bulb wise , I run ATI blue+, and 1 Purple+).. Just need that punch for the middle area for the BirdsNest,and chalice ,clams and montipora....

Thanks
Chris

 

One 16" unit would do well with sps in the middle, and softies/lps to the side. However, the 24 does much better, and for only $10 extra over the Photon16.

 

Sweet. Thanks! This I Chris Lewis that sent you a email about 30 min ago . Lol