Need help deciding on a tank

[CatoeSc]

Here's the link

http://bit.ly/18fltZd

I looked at a similar light, but it was recommended that I not get it. A big reason was that it had a single reflector rather than individual reflectors for each bulb. However, they are still the same bulbs, same output, so for $90 it seems like a good gamble! I would consider rebulbing a couple with roseate bulbs, but that's just me.

 

[GodFan]

Interesting. My acrylic 20g bows from the water weight and I HATE the distortion. Gives me a headache. But I suppose it's not as bad with glass.

Which one is more kid proof???? I have a 3 and 1 year old.

Dude the acrylic isnt supposed to bow lol thats why it looks bad.

 

[KPhilly]

I looked at a similar light, but it was recommended that I not get it. A big reason was that it had a single reflector rather than individual reflectors for each bulb. However, they are still the same bulbs, same output, so for $90 it seems like a good gamble! I would consider rebulbing a couple with roseate bulbs, but that's just me.

What kind of bulbs?

 

[CatoeSc]

What kind of bulbs?

See if this link works. I have 2 of these and 2 6000K:

http://www.aquaticlife.com/sites/default/files/specsheets/410134_0.pdf

 

[KPhilly]

See if this link works. I have 2 of these and 2 6000K:

http://www.aquaticlife.com/sites/default/files/specsheets/410134_0.pdf

I see, bulbs specifically for freshwater.

 

[CatoeSc]

I see, bulbs specifically for freshwater.

Yeah. They've worked well for me...

 

[KPhilly]

Yeah. They've worked well for me...

How much for them?

 

[CatoeSc]

How much for them?

I spent about $240 for 2 fixtures, but you can get the 4 bulb fixture w/ timer and moonlight LEDs for about that price on Amazon

 

[KPhilly]

I spent about $240 for 2 fixtures, but you can get the 4 bulb fixture w/ timer and moonlight LEDs for about that price on Amazon

I meant just the bulbs because I plan to get the fixture I linked. It's max length is 40" and my tank is 39 1/2" across.

 

[Betta Platy Addict]

I spent about $240 for 2 fixtures, but you can get the 4 bulb fixture w/ timer and moonlight LEDs for about that price on Amazon

Gorgeous tank! I ordered the four bulb. Yay!

 

[Betta Platy Addict]

What filter to get?

Looking at Penn Plax Cascade 700 or Fluval 306. Thoughts? Heard canisters are better than HOB?

 

[KPhilly]

What filter to get?

Looking at Penn Plax Cascade 700 or Fluval 306. Thoughts? Heard canisters are better than HOB?

Most people recommend cannister and HOB for ultimate filtration. Fluvals are great!

 

[CatoeSc]

I meant just the bulbs because I plan to get the fixture I linked. It's max length is 40" and my tank is 39 1/2" across.

Sorry. I'm not sure of the cost for bulbs, but if you have a good LFS, they should have some in stock. May not be the same brand, but should be the same.

 

[Alyxx]

As for filters, be sure to measure if you get the 56. I had to modify my marineland penguin filter (the biggest one) to fit this (marineland) tank.

 

[Betta Platy Addict]

As for filters, be sure to measure if you get the 56. I had to modify my marineland penguin filter (the biggest one) to fit this (marineland) tank.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[vance1013]

Sounds like you got it all worked out can't wait to see it all up and running