Frag Tank Lighting

[Shawnts106]

I just setup a small frag tank and I am looking into lighting for it.

I plan on using the mini LumenMax Reflector.

Its a 20gallon Long aquarium, thats 30"L x 12"W x 12"H

What 150 or 175watt bulb and ballast would be good for this size?

Anyone use this bulb: http://www.marinedepot.com/md_viewItem.asp?idproduct=MB4617

What ballast would be good with that bulb?

 

[spooda420]

If your fragging SPS, your obviously looking for maximum growth and not necessary color, I'd go with a higher watt bulb 250w minimum and a 5000k - 6500k bulb, the manufacturer is your call.

 

[Shawnts106]

Yes, Some SPS, not all, and alot of Zoathids...

I think a 250watt of that kelvin in THAT reflector is too much for that small of a tank...

I can position the reflector as far off the surface of the water as I please, so If I need more I can move the 175watt closer...