Safe lighting for sump/fuge.......

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by pez blanco, Jul 11, 2010.

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  1. pez blanco

    pez blanco Fire Worm

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    I've created a fuge in my sump. What lighting should I use? Recently, I was using a small CF from an old 20 gal I had as a kid but it's old and have been getting shocked with all the moisture on it as the sump does not have a lid. Any ideas, safety measures, etc...How do most people set up lighting in their sump/fuge? Should I use a glass lid as there is so much splash from water movement.

    Thanks
     
    pez blanco, Jul 11, 2010
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  2. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    A clip on light from Lowe's or Home Depot should do fine. Add a 10k bulb.
     
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  3. Reeron

    Reeron Blue Ringed Angel

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    I just use a clip on fixture from Lowes with a daylight (6500k) CF.

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