Lighting

[Barb0713]

So , I’m using this current USA light the marine orbit loop system on my 20 gallon nano reef . I was dialing down because I thought I was giving too much light . Then I read this system can’t even put out enough light … is this enough to sub stain coral and if so does it have to be on full force? I keep adjusting and I want to find the right levels and leave it. I’m so frustrated. I need a PAR measurement but I’m way up north. No where to borrow one. Looks like I am going to have to invest lol any advice ? Thanks

 

[vetteguy53081]

So , I’m using this current USA light the marine orbit loop system on my 20 gallon nano reef . I was dialing down because I thought I was giving too much light . Then I read this system can’t even put out enough light … is this enough to sub stain coral and if so does it have to be on full force? I keep adjusting and I want to find the right levels and leave it. I’m so frustrated. I need a PAR measurement but I’m way up north. No where to borrow one. Looks like I am going to have to invest lol any advice ? Thanks

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@noopsyche
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[Edmund Carroll]

I am also having lighting confusion, i am not sure my light that in my swimming pool could provide enough warm to the fishes, because i used my pool to feed my fishes and the common one is not strong enough and cost a lot. I fund an article said it is possible , but still not sure.

If you want to warm the tank water, it seems we can use the halogen bulbs instead of LED. This is because halogen bulbs can generate much heat.

 

[Barb0713]

If you want to warm the tank water, it seems we can use the halogen bulbs instead of LED. This is because halogen bulbs can generate much heat.

Then what ? Turn your heater down ?