Clams for a RedSeaMax, Noob here.

[shramj]

I was wondering what you thought I could do as far as clams go in a RedSeaMax 34g nano tank. I have been reading alot and it seems like some people think I can have the clams with the PC lights I have but I read some posts (ezcompany's post has alot of good info) and maybe that is not such a good idea. I really like the Tridacna Crocea & the Tridacna Maxima clams. Can anyone give me an input if they were able to do these in their RedSeaMax or if I would be able to with the stock lighting? I was thinking maybe if I bult a ledge out of the LR I would be a-ok but I really want them on the bottom. Any input would be great! Thanks, Joe

RedSeaMax specs

Depth: 19.7 inches
2 x 55 watt T5 power compacts (1 watt-liter/4 watt-gallon)
10,000K/Actinic lighting
Electronic ballast
High polish, textured aluminium reflector
Blue LED moonlights
Fan-cooled hood for extended life of electronic components
High transparency, polished lens

 

[jsl6v8]

a little confused here on the information are the lights T5s or are they Power Compacts?

 

[Jasonincuritiba]

They are Powercompacts, RedSea calls them T5's as marketing ploy, if it were true all powercompacts would be called T5. The T#ing is based on the diameter of the bulb

 

[Jasonincuritiba]

I would be a little hesitant on a Maxima, you might be able to get away with a Crocea, you can always play it safe with a Derasa

 

[jmaneyapanda]

with utter and extreme caution. maxima, crocea- definitely no. maybe a derasa, but it will outgrow that small tank in no time.

I would definitely not suggest a clam in a small tank for a beginner (as the title claims).

 

[shramj]

ok, thanks everyone for the replies.