good light for my biocube14

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  1. fiddly_foo

    fiddly_foo Plankton

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    This is a 17" 1x 250w 15000k and 2x14w t5 actinic it is 2 " longer than my tank 15" but 1" overhang on each side is fine what do all you think I should get only $125.00 for my biocube 14
    Here is a pic of it....
     

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  2. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    That might be to much light for a 14, i would expect major heat issues with that lamp.
     
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    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    +1. That would be good only if you enjoy having a 14 gallon microwave. There is a kit out there that is a 75W MH for the biocubes, I would go with that. Jakeh24 just got one for his, maybe send him a message for the details.
     
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  4. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

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    That would cook your fish with light, not even considering the heat. It would be like standing on the face of the sun. For a 14G, I would go with a 150w MH MAX and have it about 12-16" above the water. I'm going to put my 250w MH over my 20G soon, but it will be about 24" above the water, to give you an idea.
     
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  5. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    Even a 75 watter would be fine
     
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