Thoughts on column tank...

Hello. I recently found a good deal on a 56g column (30x18x24). Just wanting some opions on column tanks. I love the size and look of this tank. I know their are some limitations on doing a squared tank versus a long tank. Does anyone on here have a column tank? Would this size tank be hard to light for a reef (thinking LED'S)?

 

Which dimension is the height 4 Phish? - I assume 30 as you describe it as a column

its just when described as 30 x 18 x 24 - that would indicate a 24 inch deep tank
which IMO is not a problem to light, and LEDS available now, would not have any issues penetrating to that depth IMO

is the actual dimension 24 x 18 x 30 ?


Steve

 

Might wanna add an "o" to that first word up there LOL.

 

I dont see any of those dimensions having an issue getting light thru them. when you say column, I think something that is greater than 30-40" deep.

 

Ok, I see. The 56g is not a true column. It's more or less a squared tank though. BTW, 24" is the height. I didn't think it would be too hard to light, but thought I would ask.

 

I have one its fun to scape. im worried on par #'s though at ground level. I have a 6x39 watt diy t5. I have a nem and acans low though so I guess im ok. Heres my tank
http://www.3reef.com/forums/show-off-your-fish-tanks/im-back-updates-100627.html#post1031033

 

If you have good reflectors and ballasts with top of the line bulbs the light penetrates to 30".

 

Nice tank ontop! Thats exactly what I am going for. Your corals look very healthy.

 

Thanks, yea everything is growing nicely. It seems like the are all just growing larger though. I wish they would split