JKUNZ Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I have a 25 gallon Hex front, 18 inches deep in the display, with a SunPod 150w MH hanging above. (height adjustable) I want to upgrade to http://www.current-usa.com/outerorbithqit5ho.html the outer orbit MH and T5 combo, with a 150w MH, 2x24w Actinic 460nm, and 2x24w Actinic 420nm, for a TOTAL OF 255 WATTS. Is this over-kill??? I already house SPS, LPS, Clams, etc. but will this be way too much wattage? The light will be hung do if need be I can raise it up. I know this will most likely be necessary atleast at first. Tell me what you think! Link to comment
eklikewhoa Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I think it sounds good! Link to comment
JKUNZ Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 I'm nervouse because I'll be going from 6 watts per gallon to 10.2 watts per gallon. That's not too much? Is there a more accurate calculation rather than just watts/gallon? Link to comment
eklikewhoa Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 LUX.....the WPG is the dumbest rule I have ever read about....in planted tank and especially reefing. Link to comment
JKUNZ Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 I thought WPG was null and void... Link to comment
soyadrink Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Only thing is, when you hang it up, start high and gradually lower it so there is no bleaching/burns with corals. Link to comment
JKUNZ Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 Lux = Total Lumens ÷ Area in Square Meters, right? What is the recommended Lux in reef tanks? also, I'm having difficulty finding how to calculate the total lumens, I'll keep searching though. Only thing is, when you hang it up, start high and gradually lower it so there is no bleaching/burns with corals. Exactly, that was the plan. Thanks though for reassuring me. Link to comment
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