quick light question

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by pecco22, Dec 6, 2009.

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  1. pecco22

    pecco22 Peppermint Shrimp

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    is a 24watt PC good enough for a 5 gallon nano setup? yes would like to do some of the easier corals.
     
    pecco22, Dec 6, 2009
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  2. marlinman

    marlinman Zoanthid

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    The rule of thumb is 4 watts for every gallon of water. 5 x 4 = 20 so you should be ok.
     
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  3. mikejrice

    mikejrice 3reef Affiliate

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    Yes that will be fine for all softies and some LPS.
     
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  4. dreiling

    dreiling Fire Shrimp

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    go halides
    multiple
     
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