I'm using the stock light fixture on Fluval's EVO 13.5 tank, and having read the *fantastic* review done by Nate at Spec-Tanks (https://spec-tanks.com/fluval-evo-13-5-saltwater-nano-aquarium-review/), I'm considering whether I should scrap the stock and get a light that allows for control of the LED spectrum.
Shown below is the analysis of the stock light fixture:
Photosynthesis uses both ends of the spectrum, and if I'm not mistaken the tail end of the spectrum is not needed in reefing, and given that this light is not configurable, I'm stuck with the preset 600-700nm range of that intensity.
Reaching out here to folks who know more about light spectrum and its relationship to algae/photosynthesis and corals - should I be concerned with this stock light? FYI: I'm fully going to be stocking soft corals only, and perhaps some low PAR requiring LPS in the long run. My thought is to limit the amount of algae growth, and if this light might be contributing to it, I would like to replace it.
Thanks
Shown below is the analysis of the stock light fixture:
Photosynthesis uses both ends of the spectrum, and if I'm not mistaken the tail end of the spectrum is not needed in reefing, and given that this light is not configurable, I'm stuck with the preset 600-700nm range of that intensity.
Reaching out here to folks who know more about light spectrum and its relationship to algae/photosynthesis and corals - should I be concerned with this stock light? FYI: I'm fully going to be stocking soft corals only, and perhaps some low PAR requiring LPS in the long run. My thought is to limit the amount of algae growth, and if this light might be contributing to it, I would like to replace it.
Thanks