Lumia 5.2 or Evil Cluster on a IM 24

[btrovillion]

I am trying to decide if I should follow Ben and use the Evil Cluster or get the Lumia 5.2. another option is to go with the full-spectrum layouts.

 

Chris is making me a custom cnc heatsink (28x4") to use with a new IM 24. The display size is 36x9x13".

 

I like the idea of two lumia 5.2, but I need some guidance. (will it be enough to maintain a wide variety of SPS)

 

My goal is to move over my SPS from a Fluval v Spec that is currently running a maker heatsink with a Full-spectrum build for a 5 gallon. I have had great growth of the corals in this current tank so I need more space.

 

Either way I plan to power the LEDs with LDDs and control with a storm x. Any help from Milad, Ben, or Evil would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Paleoreef103]

I am trying to decide if I should follow Ben and use the Evil Cluster or get the Lumia 5.2. another option is to go with the full-spectrum layouts.

 

I like the idea of two lumia 5.2, but I need some guidance. (will it be enough to maintain a wide variety of SPS)

 

My goal is to move over my SPS from a Fluval v Spec that is currently running a maker heatsink with a Full-spectrum build for a 5 gallon. I have had great growth of the corals in this current tank so I need more space.

It's up to you. Two lumias will certainly be enough for SPS. Think about it this way, a Lumia 5.2 is almost interchangeable with a 150W MH in terms of output. My guess is that you'll have between 200-300 PAR (if not higher) on the sandbed with a pair of Lumias.

 

As for an Evil Cluster, sure, they'll work, but there are numerous ways to create an Evil Cluster. 2 clusters like Ben's current array (4 clusters of 1 Vero 10: 2 Rebel M RBs: 4 Blue: 4 Violet) would easily light that tank.