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Old 04-23-2013, 05:22 PM
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I'm looking to start up, I currently have 4x54w fixtures, but obviously I feel I won't be satisfied with the current setup.

My tank is 60" wide and 16" deep. A very nice, sleek custom acrylic tank.

Looking at the Kessil 350W Tuna Blues, might be too much. Looking at the AI Sols, might be too little.

What would YOU hang over this tank if you wanted no limits to your corals?

I've been research for weeks, and every time I think it's what I need or want, it doesn't work out that way.

I appreciate feedback!
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Old 04-23-2013, 08:57 PM
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Get yourself a couple of GHL Mitras. Done. Thank me later :-)

Kien, did you swap your lighting over?
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Old 04-23-2013, 09:00 PM
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Kien, did you swap your lighting over?
No, I didn't. I'm still running the same lights I've been running since day one.
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Old 04-23-2013, 10:04 PM
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Vertex illumina?? I have the 5' 260 and am happy with it plus it looks great.
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I have a 6 bulb t5 over a 36x24x12 tank and it's too bright for the corals sitting on the legs. I am going to have to raise it. Think u will be fine with a 18" deep tank
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I have a 6 bulb t5 over a 36x24x12 tank and it's too bright for the corals sitting on the legs. I am going to have to raise it. Think u will be fine with a 18" deep tank
+1. Again, I am not sure why you would even want to buy a new light...let alone an LED light.
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Old 04-24-2013, 03:32 PM
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+1. Again, I am not sure why you would even want to buy a new light...let alone an LED light.
why do any of us buy anything in this hobby?

A: because it's cool.
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Old 04-24-2013, 05:46 PM
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why do any of us buy anything in this hobby?

A: because it's cool.

Because we all have a severe problem and need help for the addiction

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I seem to think there would be a few reasons why someone might switch to LED lighting... Maybe we should start a thread to discuss
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