what can i keep with my lighting?

Fish_King_25 · 04/19/2013, 07:59 PM

I have a 29g softy tank that's been up and running about a year. I really was thinking about trying to put some lps/sps in there, but was curious on some opinions of what I should attempt/stay away from with my lighting. I don't want to spend a ton of money on gorgeous coral that may die because I don't have enough light. I have a 4x24w t5ho on top of my 29g tank...individual reflectors..can I attempt basically anything??

Michigan Mike · 04/19/2013, 09:28 PM

That's what I use.
4x24 ATI Sunpower for high light requiring corals.

150w HQI works good too.

that Fish Guy · 04/20/2013, 12:00 AM

Your light sounds good.

Do you have ATI Bulbs?

If you are doing SPS you can put them up higher in the aquarium so they get more light and flow.

How much flow do you have?

I would be more concerned about flow that lighting.

TylerHaworth · 04/20/2013, 06:25 AM

Remember, all T5's are not created equal. Assuming quality bulbs and a weak fixture, I think you'll be fine for LPS about anywhere and SPS if placed high in the tank. If you have a good fixture you should be able to rock about anything, nearly anywhere.

04/19/2013, 07:59 PM	#1
Fish_King_25 Reef Addict Join Date: May 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 826	what can i keep with my lighting? I have a 29g softy tank that's been up and running about a year. I really was thinking about trying to put some lps/sps in there, but was curious on some opinions of what I should attempt/stay away from with my lighting. I don't want to spend a ton of money on gorgeous coral that may die because I don't have enough light. I have a 4x24w t5ho on top of my 29g tank...individual reflectors..can I attempt basically anything?? __________________ ~Kenny~ 29g mixed reef lps, sps, and softies, 10g sump/fuge, cadlights pls-100 skimmer, LifeReef overflow with Mag 7 return pump, Tunze ATO, 2 Koralias, 4x24w T5HO ATIs w/ moonlight LEDs Current Tank Info: Green Chromis, Yellow Clown Goby, Green Mandarin, Diamond Goby, Percula Clown, and CUC

04/20/2013, 12:00 AM	#3
that Fish Guy Frag Swap Crusader! Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 2,538	Your light sounds good. Do you have ATI Bulbs? If you are doing SPS you can put them up higher in the aquarium so they get more light and flow. How much flow do you have? I would be more concerned about flow that lighting. __________________ For a Complete List of all the Frag Swaps in 2018 Click the Link Below. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2655153 You do not want to miss any! Current Tank Info: 55 Gallon, 45 Gallon, 29 Gallon, 20 Gallon, 20 Gallon #2, 10 Gallon

04/19/2013, 09:28 PM	#2
Michigan Mike Freedom costs a buckofive Join Date: May 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,002	That's what I use. 4x24 ATI Sunpower for high light requiring corals. 150w HQI works good too.

04/20/2013, 06:25 AM	#4
TylerHaworth Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Barboursville, WV Posts: 628	Remember, all T5's are not created equal. Assuming quality bulbs and a weak fixture, I think you'll be fine for LPS about anywhere and SPS if placed high in the tank. If you have a good fixture you should be able to rock about anything, nearly anywhere.