2.5 gallon nano
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roka64
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I'm going to move this to the nano section. I think you will get better advice there.
Maybe something like this
Small & Desktop Aquarium Lighting: Galaxy & Palm Compact Fluorescent Lights
Small & Desktop Aquarium Lighting: Galaxy & Palm Compact Fluorescent Lights
I've seen the Aqualight mini that I think will work. It's 9 watts full spec, and 9 watts actinic. Only issue is that I'm not sure if it will get too hot sitting on top of a 2.5 gallon tank. It would be nice if there was a bendable arm like the one melosu suggested. Has anyone had any issues with this fixture getting hot?
Actually getting a bit sad. Need to break down my 40 gallon tank for my move 2 months from now, but I don't wanna give up keeping my fish!
Actually getting a bit sad. Need to break down my 40 gallon tank for my move 2 months from now, but I don't wanna give up keeping my fish!
neilanh
Sliced Bread
catalina aquariums sells a 2x13W 12" PC fixture, that I run on a 2.5g FW nano with no real heating issues. might be worth looking into.
I wish I could, but will have to move again in 1 year. By the time I cycle a 40 gallon, I will have 6 months to enjoy, and then break it down again! I figured this was the best time to downsize and experiment with a small system that's easy to relocate.
I'll check out the Catalina fixture. Thanks.
I'll check out the Catalina fixture. Thanks.
neilanh
Sliced Bread
No, no cover unforunately. Here's what that fixture looks like over a standard 2.5g tank. Don't mind the ugly water, aquasoil will do that upon initial fill.
Are you sure that's the 12 inch hood? Maybe it's the 10? I measured out the 2.5 AGA, and it's exactly 12 inches across. Looks like about an inch on either side of the hood to the edge. Hrm... Either way, looks nice. I'll just have to keep the glass cover on the tank I guess. Any advice on where to find a small adjustable heater? I'm hoping to find one small enough to place in my Aquaclear 50 (which will end up being a make-shift sump!).
neilanh
Sliced Bread
Mine's the 10". I mentioned 12" as I thought that might give more even coverage for a SW tank, but I dunno.
Can't help you with the heater, sorry, but an AC50 I hope you're able to turn the flow down on for a 2.5g tank!
Can't help you with the heater, sorry, but an AC50 I hope you're able to turn the flow down on for a 2.5g tank!
I actually like that there's more flow. The live rock will break it up a bit to make it a little more chaotic, and less like being hit by a waterfall. If I start seeing the critters being blown around in a twister, I'll turn it down.
I'm still researching lights, and found this on Big Al's. Coralife Aqualight-Double Linear Strip Power Compact-12". It puts out 36 watts! It has an acrylic cover, which, for me is a concern as I'm afraid of salt depot building up along the reflector and wiring. I wonder if the mountable legs can be used with it? If it can, I think I'll pick this one up.
I'm still researching lights, and found this on Big Al's. Coralife Aqualight-Double Linear Strip Power Compact-12". It puts out 36 watts! It has an acrylic cover, which, for me is a concern as I'm afraid of salt depot building up along the reflector and wiring. I wonder if the mountable legs can be used with it? If it can, I think I'll pick this one up.
Hey all. Just wanted to thank everyone for their suggestions. I ended up picking up a nice little heater which fits snuggly into the AC50. Also, light fixture arrived. Very nice. I've some pictures in the "ALBUM" section if ya'll wanna check them out.
Thanks again. Now I just have to keep up with the top off!
Thanks again. Now I just have to keep up with the top off!
