Question on Metal Halide

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by Zoanthids21, Feb 28, 2011.

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  1. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    So someone may be picking my my 14g biocube and im going to buy the light later today its a 4 bulbg T5HO with 150w 10k HQI and 12 LED's(6 blue,6 white) I know my evaporation is going to be a pain in the butt but im wanting to buy a ATO soon but dont have the money for it..But for temporary i was going to use a plexi glass sheet and put it over the tank for the time being..Or glass, but glass is ex*****ive AS he!! to cut..Whats your thoughts on that?
     
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  2. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    A lid will cause the water temperature to rise and decrease gas exchange, there by lowering your pH. If it was my tank I would just manually top off until you can get a ATO.
     
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  3. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    Okay, i may just keep the stock lights on it until i do then..I think it may be better..Cuz i cant deal with all the evap..I NEED A DANG JOB SOON!!!!!
     
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