LPS in 3 month old tank

Clarification:

The question posted was with regard to keeping LPS, so yes a basic marine reef,should include the ones I posted.

 

Thanks!

 

Those are PCs not t5. How deep is your tank? Odds are, those will be just fine for LPS depending on depth of the tank.

 

Thanks, 500 mm depth

Sorry, just to be clear what are PC's?

 

Power compacts.. They're like a step below T5's.. I have had LPS in my tanks basically 2 wks after I started up the tank, and mines 3 months old now. They've had no problems at all. As long as you take care of the tank, and keep on the water changes and params.. You'll be good. I'd recommend upgrading that lighting though. Power compacts can sustain some LPS.. BUT the colors aren't going to be as intense.. I'd suggest buying a lil T5 setup, you can find some fairly inexpensive on ebay for sure. Or check out LEDs.. You could get a few BoostLED fixtures on top, and you could keep whatever you like.

 

Cheers buddy, would T5 55w be ok?

 

What do you mean exactly? I have 4 T5's over my 40, each bulb is 39 watts. With your tank, I would do at least 2 bulbs.. If you find a good deal on a 4 bulb, then jump on it. BUT.. I still think 2 bulbs would get the job done, just like I said earlier, with more bulbs you'll have better coloration. Not sure on the wattage on the bulb size you'd need though..

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/24-INCH-T5-HO-QUAD-AQUARIUM-REEF-LIGHT-FIXTURE-96W-/280690628964?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item415a771964

There ya go homie. That'll be about what ya need.

 

Cheers man

 

Forreal though.. I'd get that one. Thats a damn good price, with bulbs and everything. If thats the length your looking for.