Help me light my new cube

[Harleyguy]

I just got a new Marineland 93 cube 30x30x24 and I need help deciding on what to light it with. The tank will be a mixed reef with mostly SPS (90% or better). I would also like for this tank to be open top without a canopy, so the pendant/reflector needs lo look nice... If I can't get the spread with a standard pendant I would consider a canopy but that's the last resort. Also I was thinking a 250w DE MH, but I'm open to suggestions...

 

[small alien]

Sounds like a beautiful tank. Good luck.

 

[Harleyguy]

Thanks... I'll do a build thread once everything gets rolling... I'm also debating on skimmer and Ca reactor right now... I found a new H&S Ca reactor for a good price and a BK Mini 200 new at a great price... (It might be a little overkill for my tank though)

 

[JNye]

i would consider using 2 pendants, maybe 2-175s or 250s. This will help with reducing shaded areas and PAR tail off on the outer edges. Thats just what I would do. If it has to be 1 bulb I would consider a Lumenmax elite with a 400 watt bulb.