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11/04/2011, 08:08 AM
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Moved On
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Light Pro's --- ATI 4x24
I have a question for you light pros out there. I have a 20"x20x20 Solana. Currently I have a nova exteme pro 6x18w t5. I was considering changing to led but decided I wanted an ATI. I am planning to start keeping Sps/mixed reef, do you think the 4x24w sunpower will be enough or should I go with the 6x24w????
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11/04/2011, 08:33 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Northern New Mexico
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6 bulb would be ideal
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11/04/2011, 09:10 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2006
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Another vote for 6.
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11/04/2011, 10:10 AM
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Raise The Reef!
 
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Location: Utah
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6 bulbs for sure. 4 bulbs will not cover the tank. The widest I would ever use a 4 bulb fixture for is 14-16". Once you get to the 18-22" range you need 6 bulbs.
Not to mention that you can do so much more with 6 bulbs than 4. 4 bulbs just limits the combo way too much.
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