How long should MH be on for????

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by aquariaman, Sep 2, 2010.

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  1. OverStocked

    OverStocked Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Whats you substrate ?
     
    OverStocked, Sep 2, 2010
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  2. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    sand! i didnt have time today to get it tested today and it is a reef tank.
     
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  3. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    You should still have your own test kits.
     
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  4. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    check your phosphate and nitrate. FYI I have a halide that I commonly run 12 hours a day or longer with very little algae issues.

    your filters and bioballs need to be cleaned of detritus, you should probably cut back on the seaweed for your tangs it will increase phosphate.
     
    sostoudt, Sep 3, 2010
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  5. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    tap water?
     
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