How many Cree LEDs do I need (20 gallon)

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  1. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    24 overkill?
     

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    Lol yeah they are a little.
    JMO use WW and no DR, I've heard it looks nicer....
     
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    Okay. Should I cut it down to 21 or 18?
     
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    What about this layout with 20 diodes? Edit: supposed to be warm white, not cool.
     

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    JMO do 21:
    4 WW
    9 RB
    3 HV
    3 CB
    2 Cyan
     
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    My mistake. I thought you mean warm white in place if deep red.
     
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