Question on Refugium

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by Kelley11, Sep 15, 2009.

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  1. Kelley11

    Kelley11 Peppermint Shrimp

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    What type of lighting would I need to use to place LR or calurpa in it?

    Thanks,
    Jay
     
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  2. JJK

    JJK Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    How big is it? My fuge is 10g and I use a reading lamp with a 6000K 60w fluorescent bulb.
     
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  3. mattheuw1

    mattheuw1 Montipora Capricornis

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    i have a 20g fuge with a regular spiral flourescent bulb. It was the highest wattage i could find at the time....26w. 3 for $7.99 at walmart. I also bought a cone type reflector for it from Home Depot for $5. You don't need intense lighting in a fuge. I have 3 types of caulerpa and some chaeto growing like crazy. I also have several frags of kenya trees that appear to be thriving. a couple of palys reside in my fuge too. Keep it simple and cheap.
     
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