Need to make the decision tonight

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  1. BMXCLAY

    BMXCLAY Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Im stuck between the default and the 60 degree optics of this light

    reefbreeders

    I will be getting 2 of whichever one I get.

    I am also very interested in this light

    reefbreeders

    I need to know what optics would be the best for my 75 gallon tank. I plan on having hard corals, soft corals, and clams. Pleaase respond!!
     
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  3. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    You might want to also mention how high you plan on hanging the fixture. I know that was taken into account when I picked optics for my LEDs
     
  4. BMXCLAY

    BMXCLAY Purple Spiny Lobster

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    6-10" but I can have it higher or lower if necessary
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    80 degree optics should be fine for a 75.
     
  6. BMXCLAY

    BMXCLAY Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Which light should I go with though?

    the two 24" or the one 32"
     
  7. Will Young

    Will Young Plankton

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    Depends on a lot. Tank height, suspension height. Corals you plan on keeping. I would agree with mod depending on what par you're trying to achieve at said distance and spread.
     
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  9. BMXCLAY

    BMXCLAY Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I dont understand what you mean?
     
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    BMXCLAY Purple Spiny Lobster

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  11. Daniel072

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    go with 2 x 24....those will be fine. if you are going to have all of your rockwork in the middle of your tank and just keep softies and lps on the outside, a single 32 would work.
     
  12. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    I'd go with two as well.