Lighting on 90gal

Zach.Attack6 · 11/11/2009, 08:09 PM

The tank is 48" x 18" x 24"

I have narrowed it down to these two fixtures
The tank is going to be sps with lps in the sand

48" Constellation 7 Lamp T5 HO Fixture

48" Current USA Outer
Orbit 2x250W 2 phoenix 14k

I like this fixture but any othe 2 x 250watt MH suggestions are helpful

I love the setup of this tank
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...&pagenumber=25

but his tank is only 20in tall and dont know if, the constellation will be enough for 24in, it will be mounted as close to the tanks as possible which one is better for my setup?

James77 · 11/11/2009, 10:35 PM

The Constellation would work fine. Another option is the ATI Sunpower 6x54 watt, it is more than enough for a 90g, and its about $225 cheaper than the Constellation.

http://www.reefgeek.com/lighting/T5_...!_Bulbs_by_ATI

I prefer halides over T5s for their appearance, but I don't really like any of the fixtures out ther. If you were to go halides, i would suggest a canopy with high end reflectors. Probably cost you similar to a T5 fixture.

Zach.Attack6 · 11/12/2009, 05:00 PM

I was actually thinking the same thing because I have heard that the reflectors in most fixtures are not so great but, I dont think the sunpower 6 bulb will have enough light, and do you think the extra bulb on the constellation 7 bulb puts out more light then the sunpower,
If only they made a 8bulb sunpower then I'd be happy

James77 · 11/12/2009, 05:25 PM

Output is probably comparable between the 2, but GrimReefer would know that answer better than I. The 6x54 will be able to keep anything in a 90- SPS and clams to the sandbed. I was using the 8x54 on my 120g and it was plenty of light.

Zach.Attack6 · 11/12/2009, 07:33 PM

thanks, im gonna shoot him a pm and see what he thinks

OrrG · 11/12/2009, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James77

The 6x54 will be able to keep anything in a 90- SPS and clams to the sandbed.

For Sure

I'm using a 6 bulb Powermodule over my 90 and it it is plenty of light. Be carefull with LPS, mine are on the sand and I almost bleached a few Acans and did fry some Caulastrea.

Zach.Attack6 · 11/13/2009, 03:20 PM

anyone else have a suggestion

solitude127 · 11/13/2009, 05:24 PM

I have 6 x 54watt retro on my 90 and can keep clams on the sandbed no problem. It's nice to have the extra bulb in the constellation, IMO I don't think it's needed. If you go T5, just make sure you get good reflectors and bulbs.

Zach.Attack6 · 11/13/2009, 08:15 PM

I'm leaning more towards the sunpower but, does anyone on RC own a constellation, if so how do you like it and are the fans loud?

11/11/2009, 08:09 PM	#1
Zach.Attack6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 196	Lighting on 90gal The tank is 48" x 18" x 24" I have narrowed it down to these two fixtures The tank is going to be sps with lps in the sand 48" Constellation 7 Lamp T5 HO Fixture 48" Current USA Outer Orbit 2x250W 2 phoenix 14k I like this fixture but any othe 2 x 250watt MH suggestions are helpful I love the setup of this tank http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...&pagenumber=25 but his tank is only 20in tall and dont know if, the constellation will be enough for 24in, it will be mounted as close to the tanks as possible which one is better for my setup? Last edited by Zach.Attack6; 11/11/2009 at 09:01 PM.

11/11/2009, 10:35 PM	#2
James77 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 8,158	The Constellation would work fine. Another option is the ATI Sunpower 6x54 watt, it is more than enough for a 90g, and its about $225 cheaper than the Constellation. http://www.reefgeek.com/lighting/T5_...!_Bulbs_by_ATI I prefer halides over T5s for their appearance, but I don't really like any of the fixtures out ther. If you were to go halides, i would suggest a canopy with high end reflectors. Probably cost you similar to a T5 fixture. __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 120g Mixed Reef and 75g Freshwater

11/12/2009, 05:25 PM	#4
James77 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 8,158	Output is probably comparable between the 2, but GrimReefer would know that answer better than I. The 6x54 will be able to keep anything in a 90- SPS and clams to the sandbed. I was using the 8x54 on my 120g and it was plenty of light. __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 120g Mixed Reef and 75g Freshwater

11/13/2009, 05:24 PM	#8
solitude127 Proud user of IO Salt! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Torrance, CA Posts: 9,136	I have 6 x 54watt retro on my 90 and can keep clams on the sandbed no problem. It's nice to have the extra bulb in the constellation, IMO I don't think it's needed. If you go T5, just make sure you get good reflectors and bulbs. __________________ Mike <)))>{ <)))>{ <)))>{ <)))>{ ReefKeeping.com TOTM Nov 2012 Socalireefs Featured Reef Oct 2011 Current Tank Info: 603020, 8x54 ATI Powermodule, ReefBrite XHO, ATB Elegance 200, Aquamaxx CTech CaRx, Ecotech Vortechs, Apex Controls, WM Ecobak powered. RedSea Reefer 170, MP10, Apex Jr, Ecotech Radion XR15, Aquamaxx WS-1

11/12/2009, 05:00 PM	#3
Zach.Attack6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 196	I was actually thinking the same thing because I have heard that the reflectors in most fixtures are not so great but, I dont think the sunpower 6 bulb will have enough light, and do you think the extra bulb on the constellation 7 bulb puts out more light then the sunpower, If only they made a 8bulb sunpower then I'd be happy

11/12/2009, 07:33 PM	#5
Zach.Attack6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 196	thanks, im gonna shoot him a pm and see what he thinks

11/13/2009, 03:20 PM	#7
Zach.Attack6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 196	anyone else have a suggestion

11/13/2009, 08:15 PM	#9
Zach.Attack6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 196	I'm leaning more towards the sunpower but, does anyone on RC own a constellation, if so how do you like it and are the fans loud?