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December 3rd, 2007, 07:33 AM
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Lighting Question
okay i have a question about how to do this new light
this is the DEFINANT 2X54 420 nm 2X54 460 nm now here is the question i am doing 2x250 HQI but here is the question what will give me the most intensity 10k 14k 20k i want the one that will give me the most intense light can anyone help i need it fast because i just bought a blue carpet because my marron was ovulating Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75 gal; Tek light 48" 8 lamp t-5; 90 lbs live sand; 70 lbs live rock Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2 years 
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December 3rd, 2007, 07:52 AM
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Re: Lighting Question
10k is best for coral growth but unless you have actinics as supplements than 10k is too wash out looking.
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 Live long and prosper Dominick AGA 210g. MegaflowLifereef LF1-300S berlin sumpSVS-24 skimmer w/Mag 9.5Refugium(25g.) with Nova 2x24w fuge light.Mag 2400 return.Aquatinic Constellation/14x39w T5-HO.Reef Fanatic ATO.Koralia 2/3 Current Aquarium(s) Description: Oceanic 75 gal./AGA 210g. megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years Other Intrests: Reefing,video games,music,electronics
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December 3rd, 2007, 07:54 AM
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Re: Lighting Question
Don't forget the bulb manufacturer has something to do with what are best.I heard great things about the XM and Reeflux bulbs.
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Live long and prosperDominick AGA 210g. MegaflowLifereef LF1-300S berlin sumpSVS-24 skimmer w/Mag 9.5Refugium(25g.) with Nova 2x24w fuge light.Mag 2400 return.Aquatinic Constellation/14x39w T5-HO.Reef Fanatic ATO.Koralia 2/3 Current Aquarium(s) Description: Oceanic 75 gal./AGA 210g. megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years Other Intrests: Reefing,video games,music,electronics
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December 3rd, 2007, 08:02 AM
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Re: Lighting Question
...Just a question...why did you buy a carpet anemone because your clown was ovulating??
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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December 3rd, 2007, 01:31 PM
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i saw the blue and liked the color thats really the only reason i got it. i was going to get a rose red bubble but they did not have one so i was walking around the store and saw it and said i had to have it
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75 gal; Tek light 48" 8 lamp t-5; 90 lbs live sand; 70 lbs live rock Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2 years
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December 3rd, 2007, 06:29 PM
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Re: Lighting Question
Be careful with carpet anemones, they will catch and eat fish. Even their own clowns. I've seen it happen with my own eyes. They aren't very good anemones to have in your tank if you want to keep your fish alive.
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years Last edited by Bifferwine; December 3rd, 2007 at 07:04 PM.
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December 3rd, 2007, 06:59 PM
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yup be careful with them carpets. they kill everything that gets to them.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 120 gal aga reef and 6 yr old 29 gal fresh converted into reef(softies/anemone tank) Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: newbie
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December 3rd, 2007, 07:03 PM
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Re: Lighting Question
personally i would go with 2 x 250w 10K Reeflux metal halides and 2 x 54w 460 actinics. this combitination should give you a bright white look. i say 10K for coral growth and the actinics for aesthetic appeal for you, as i just stated in another thread.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: SPS dominated 125, 100 gallon frag tank, 100 gallon rubbermaid sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 3 years, fragging 2 1/2 years
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December 3rd, 2007, 08:32 PM
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Re: Lighting Question
Reefkeeper - are you saying i should not do the the 2x54 420nm?
Biffer & kimoy should i take the carpet back and get a rose red or some other anemone? Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75 gal; Tek light 48" 8 lamp t-5; 90 lbs live sand; 70 lbs live rock Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2 years
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December 3rd, 2007, 08:40 PM
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Re: Lighting Question
You can take it back if you want to. You don't need an anemone for your clown in the first place, which is why I was confused as to why you bought an anemone just because your clown was ovulating. Bubble tip anemones are the easiest to keep, and they aren't known to go after your fish like the carpets are. If you like the look of the carpet (and I know the blue ones look absolutely AWESOME), then you can keep it, but just beware that they have a tendency to eat anything that swims by.
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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