Saltwater & Reef

Travis55 · 02-08-2012, 02:01 AM

So im looking to get a light for my 20 gal nano tank. Im not trying to break the bank but which would be my best bet for growing some simple corals but i would like to keep some good corals. Heres my list of lights. Tell me what you think!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/24-30-Aquari...item589145b0c7

http://www.ebay.com/itm/24-Aquarium-...item588d9f1f72

Orrrr replace the two 36 watt pc bulbs that i currently have. All are about the same amount of money.

carey · 02-08-2012, 02:18 AM

I think you should either look for more fixtures or get new bulbs. The first one you linked I dont think will support coral. The second one is only a 2 bulb setup.

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Travis55 · 02-08-2012, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by carey

I think you should either look for more fixtures or get new bulbs. The first one you linked I dont think will support coral. The second one is only a 2 bulb setup.

have you looked here:

Aquatraders - Guaranteed Best Prices on Aquarium Lightings + Free Shipping!

Wow... if i had some extra money. The 378 watt metal halide for $150. So i guess ill just replace my bulbs... what can i grow with two 36 watt pc bulbs?

carey · 02-08-2012, 02:41 AM

Probably mushrooms, some zooa's, a leather stuff like that. I have 2 36 watters in my biocube and it's supposed to be enough to grow softies and even some LPS.

You are going to spend what? $40 for new bulbs? The light I linked you would be a four bulb fixture with moonlighting and it's only $20 more.

Travis55 · 02-08-2012, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by carey

Probably mushrooms, some zooa's, a leather stuff like that. I have 2 36 watters in my biocube and it's supposed to be enough to grow softies and even some LPS.

You are going to spend what? $40 for new bulbs? The light I linked you would be a four bulb fixture with moonlighting and it's only $20 more.

New bulbs are about $17 for a pair