Upgrade to 180gal

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by tank1970, Sep 12, 2011.

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  1. tank1970

    tank1970 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    So I decided to upgrade my 75 gal to a 180gal - this will be a slow build in total. I have purchased the skimmer,pumps,refugium,tank and stand.

    The only thing that I have a big decision on is the LED light system I want to use.
    I was thinking on going with
    Vertex Illumilux IV LED Fixture - Marino Bianco

    Will this be enough for lps/soft corals? The only thing I don't like is that it does not dim or blue only setting / moon light with out a controller.

    I would like an all in one system for the 180gal with out going into the 1k+

    Please give me some advise and or experiences.
     
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  3. tank1970

    tank1970 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I would also like any info on this fixture

    The BlueLine 300w LED fixture includes 144 - 3w LEDs for deeper penetration
     
  4. ReefBruh

    ReefBruh Giant Squid

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    I believe it is. If you so choose to do SPS the gotta be at the top of your rocks.
     
  5. qualitydaydream

    qualitydaydream Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I went with Orphek PR-156W + UV

    SPS is now growing at the bottom. At the fish store the SPS looked ok. after a couple days in my tank all its pore's opened up and it looks thicker.
     
  6. tank1970

    tank1970 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    What size is your aquarium and what was the total cost?
    Do you have any photos?

    Thanks for the help