Light suggestions for a low-tech planted 55 gallon?

[Fishobsessed7]

I'm looking for a light for my low tech 55 gallon planted. I'd like to have the brightest light I can get that will grow plants, but I don't want it so bright that I'll need Co2 and have algae issues. I'd prefer LED, but that is not a must. Id also prefer non DIY


Fishobsessed7

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[Brookster123]

What plants? Current sat plus will give you pretty low light but it will look nice.

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[aclark]

I went back and forth between the Current Satellite and the Finnex Stingray. Ended up with the Stingray 48". Light looks great, but now I'm debating whether or not to go a bit more high tech with my setup. I think I'm developing n+1 syndrom.

 

[Fishobsessed7]

I've got various crypts, Java Fern, hornwort, Amazon swords, aponogeton, anubias nana, and bacopa monnieri (spelling?)


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[Brookster123]

I still like the sat plus over the stingray, stingray may push a little more par but I like being able to control the spectrum.

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[Fresh2o]

I still like the sat plus over the stingray, stingray may push a little more par but I like being able to control the spectrum.

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What is the (approx) cost difference between the two fixtures?


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[Brookster123]

Cost difference is substantial, I have both fixtures and my vote stands
http://www.amazon.com/Current-USA-Satellite-Freshwater-Aquarium/dp/B00C7OTF9E?th=1&psc=1


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NA...48116934&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165&keywords=48

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[Fresh2o]

Fixed the second link.
Yes, significant price difference. You could almost buy two stingrays for that price.
Pros: Better light spread, more PAR (although you can put the fixtures on two separate timers and reduce duration over lap), more secure mounting
Cons: Less spectrum control


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[Catfish Lover]

I'm looking for a light for my low tech 55 gallon planted. I'd like to have the brightest light I can get that will grow plants, but I don't want it so bright that I'll need Co2 and have algae issues. I'd prefer LED, but that is not a must. Id also prefer non DIY


Fishobsessed7

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I have the finnex stingray and it works great on my 55


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