Light angle

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by Sloanhaus, Aug 21, 2012.

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  1. Sloanhaus

    Sloanhaus Astrea Snail

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    What is the best light angle to get with LEDs?
     
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  2. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Depends on the depth of your tank and what you are trying to light (LPS, SPS, clams, etc). What size/dimensions?
     
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  3. Sloanhaus

    Sloanhaus Astrea Snail

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    So I have a deeper tank and want lots of different types of corals. What do you recommend. It's a 210 gallon 6 feet long. Dont know the depth.
     
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  4. Marshall O

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    210 should be 28" deep I think. I will leave it up to someone more experienced than me, but I would think you would want a narrower lens, between 90° and 60°.
     
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