Tiny Tank Needs Better Light

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by SPUD, Jan 14, 2008.

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  1. SPUD

    SPUD Plankton

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    As you maybe aware im new to keeping saltwater fish and things are going ok but as people have pointed out my lighting should be upgraded. I have a tank that has dimensions roughly of 12 inches x 12 inches x 12 inches (yes its tiny). The current light is only 11 watts and I was wondering if anyone knew of a light upgrade. I've been looking on the internet and its proving difficult. Im based in the uk so a uk supplier would be best.
     
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  3. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    Is the tank going to have a lid ? I can arrange to have you a custom set of LEDs made up if interested plenty of light and low operating cost at 12.v and no heat and can even build in a little moonlight.. on a seperate timer Ifinterested P/M me..
     
  4. SPUD

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    No the tank has a suspended light which i would like to replace with a similar design.
     
  5. Tangster

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    I really can't see what you have now. Oh I saw your post from yesterday light looks fine to me maybe lower it closer to the tank what type is it you now have ? Maybe a different bulb or some 03 actinic supplement is all thats needed ?
     
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    coralife has some small pc light fixtures that may fit well.also theres the adjustable mh clamp on lamps
     
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  9. baugherb

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    A viper would look awesome over your tank... I have 48 watts going into my 5.5. It lights up like ball at time square....