View Full Version : lighting for 29 gal reef tank


Leslie
10-27-2008, 3:45 PM
We have recently converted a 29 gallon cichlid tank into a reef tank. Keeping in mind that we don't have hard corals and our current lighting is simple flourescent and needs to be upgraded, which of the following do we want?

Nova Extreme HO Light Fixture - 2 x 24W - T5 - 10000K/460nm - 30 in
or
Current USA Orbit Compact Fluorescent Fixture, 2X65 Watt, 30 inch
or
Coralife Aqualight Double Linear Strip Compact Fluorescent Fixture, 2X65 Watt, 30 inch

Any advice would be appreciated.

flyingarmy
10-27-2008, 3:46 PM
I would go with the Nova T5 fixture. It will give you the ability to grow different corals later on if you so decide.

DrNecropolis
10-27-2008, 5:57 PM
Agree with the T5's
More light at less wattage and less heat transfer..

Leslie
10-28-2008, 9:18 AM
Thanks! T5 it will be. And it's the least expensive alternative. When does THAT ever happen?!?!