Korova Posted September 11, 2001 Share Posted September 11, 2001 I too had 2 55watt PC kits laying around in my closet from AHSupply. I thought this was going to halt my lighting solution because the bulbs are to long. Well I found something that worked "for my tank". When I built the canopy for my tank it was designed for 36watt bulbs which I am going to order at a later time. But for now I have a (1 10k 55watt) and (1 Atinic 55 watt) in an "X" mounted pattern with the sockets facing the back of the tank. I was worried about heat so one is elevated about a 1/2" above the other. I was also concerned with the way the tank might be shaded in areas, but this dosen't seem to be the case. These bulbs have a huge amount of light for this tiny tank. So, If you're ever in the the same spot I was, this might help. Again, this is a temporary fix, and will depend on what bulbs one has, the 55watters seem to vary in length from company to company. Link to comment
Lunchbucket Posted September 11, 2001 Share Posted September 11, 2001 details on how big your hood is would be great later Lunchbucket Link to comment
Christopher Marks Posted September 12, 2001 Share Posted September 12, 2001 Sounds pretty cool Korova! Do you have any photos of the hood so we can see exactly how you set it up? Thanks Link to comment
Korova Posted September 17, 2001 Author Share Posted September 17, 2001 No pics yet everybody, but the inner dimensions are 20 1/2" X 10 3/4". Its made of 1/2" poplar hardwood and is about 6" tall. I built a standard "box" and added two "wood rails" on the inside so the canopy covers the upper lip molding of the aquarium. The back piece is 3" X 1/2" scrap wood, which works well for mounting the ballast, and also providing room for air circulation and plumbing parts... Link to comment
Lunchbucket Posted September 17, 2001 Share Posted September 17, 2001 can't wait to see it later Lunchbucket Link to comment
Korova Posted September 17, 2001 Author Share Posted September 17, 2001 Hey LB, I'll try to get pics up as soon as I can... Congrats on your 3rd star "Nano Reefer". Link to comment
Lunchbucket Posted September 17, 2001 Share Posted September 17, 2001 oh hey sweet i am a 3 star now. thanks for showing me i am one later Lunchbucket Link to comment
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