T5 Question

[loganlemaster]

I am wanting to give T5 lighting a try over my reef tank. The tank is 36" x 18" x 12" deep. I'm looking at the ATI fixtures. Would the 6 bulb fixture be to much for a shallow tank. Any thoughts or fixture suggestions would be appreciated.

[Higher Thinking]

Originally Posted by loganlemaster

I am wanting to give T5 lighting a try over my reef tank. The tank is 36" x 18" x 12" deep. I'm looking at the ATI fixtures. Would the 6 bulb fixture be to much for a shallow tank. Any thoughts or fixture suggestions would be appreciated.

12" depth would just require you to mount the fixture higher. A plus side to the 6 bulb fixture would be better bulb options.

[loganlemaster]

Originally Posted by Higher Thinking

12" depth would just require you to mount the fixture higher. A plus side to the 6 bulb fixture would be better bulb options.

Thanks.

[Bpb]

Six bulb would be fine but the ati fixture is insanely powerful and the cooling and reflector design allow it to pump out a lot more par than just about any other t5ho fixture on the market, even those that are prettier and more expensive. Don't be fooled by its industrial simple appearance, it performs. At 12" depth you'll need to mount it very high to achieve appropriate par levels. 12-24" high depending on how much light spill you can personally tolerate and what types of corals you're keeping.


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[loganlemaster]

Would the 4 bulb be a better choice?

[Bpb]

It would also work but would limit your bulb choices.


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