Light for BC29 Refugium

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by ANDRU24, Jan 14, 2009.

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  1. ANDRU24

    ANDRU24 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    So I converted the 2nd chamber of my BioCube to a refugium and scratched off the paint covering the back. I have a small flourescent light (6") that I have shine in through the back for 12 hrs/day. The bulb says it is a T5 3000K @ 4watts.

    Keeping in my mind the size of the refugium (roughly 9" x 3.5" x 13"), is this lighting enough?

    If not, what kind of light/type of bulb would you recommend? I don't want to have to move the tank away from the wall by any more than a few inches, if possible.

    Thanks,
    -AJ
     

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