new lighting for 55

[G_Beck_87]

hey im tryin to get suggestions on new lighting for my 55 fowlr that im tryin to convert to a mixed. my current price range is 350-400. I know i cant get nething crazy but would like to be able keep softies and some sps possibly an anem.

 

[little_fish]

Go with a 6 bulb t5 fixture, it will let you keep anything you want and will be in the price range

 

[softchxntaco]

in that price range a nice t5 unit would work im not sure if there are any leds for a 55 in that price range

 

[Treezer8]

I've had one of the Marineland LED reef capable fixtures on my 30, and had awesome results. Here's a link to a place that sells it, includes timers, comes in 4 different sizes.
Worth doing some research on :)

Marineland Reef Capable LED System with Integrated Timer

I also bought 2 of the Taotronic LED fixtures for my 75, after seeing a lot of good reviews from people on here and from other sites. But I've only been using them for about 3 weeks.

 

[G_Beck_87]

right now im debating these 2 model t5's
AquaticLife T5 HO 4-Lamp Light Fixtures w/ Lunar LEDs
or
Coralife Lunar Aqualight T5 Lamp High Output Fixture

let me know what your think.

 

[Bifferwine]

Either of those would be great. :)

 

[G_Beck_87]

Thanks im really leaning towards the aquaticlife, better reviews and i like the fact it has a built in timer. seeing i took the controller for my BC.

 

[AllReady]

I'd go for the AquaLife. I had one of the smaller Coralife fixtures (same basic construction) and it seemed kinda cheaply made- brittle plastic, ill fitting parts and the like.

 

[Northstar24]

I would also look at the Current Nova Extreme as well. I think it's in your price range, or close to it. It will definitely let you keep anything