Lighting question (again lol)

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Cathan

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I think it's like my 3rd/4th topic on lighting. This time I'm thinking about going led.

So...this will be on a 10 gallon. I plan on softs first and then lps.

I can't go the diy route because I'm a clueless zombie when it comes to it. Lol :p

Would appreciate links too! thanks!!


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greech

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1 or 2 PAR 38 bulbs. Might be able to find cheaper elsewhere.

http://www.marinedepot.com/LED_Light_Bulbs_for_Saltwater_Reef_Aquariums-FILTBULD-ct.html

Kessil A150

http://www.marinedepot.com/Kessil_A...ndant_Lights-Kessil-YH1111-FILTFILDLP-vi.html

If soldering is what you are concerned about, I bet you can do a solderless DIY...
http://www.rapidled.com/oceanic-biocube-8-kits/

^ That would be plenty for a 10 gallon. Lots of how-to videos on line.

More solderless...
http://reefledlights.com/product-category/led-accent-bar-kits/

IME, if you are going with LEDs, you want 3W individual bulbs. 1W buolbs might work on such a small tank but they leave no room for upgrade and your coral choices may be limited.
 

Ptrick125

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I agree on going with 3w LED's...
http://bit.ly/117GHr5

That is the same type I have, but mine is larger. I bought from that seller also.

Another 3w LED that I would recommend are the Taotronics fixtures


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khmerspec

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if you can, get something with a knob on it, so you can slowly turn on the lights. You could easily bleach some corals. Otherwise hang the light a good distance from the tank, and slowly lower it throughout the weeks.
 
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