Lighting Advise for 36 x 18 SPS

[Lfisher77304]

Hello All, been out of the game for some time and working on setting up a new tank that will be SPS focused. I'm looking for advise in terms of lighting. Would prefer a single light fixture and wanting the cleanest looking approach I can find. Most likely hanging will be my go to for mounting but open to a sleek looking back of tank mount. I've been awaiting the new ATI Straton X but wanted to get others opinions on what they recommend. I know ideally more than one light would be better, but I just haven't seen a multiple light set up that has the aesthetic I'm going for. Tank is 36" wide x 18" deep x 18" tall.

 

[griss]

Welcome back to the hobby. I don't have a lot of experience with LEDs because I just recently switched to them from MH. That said, based on the attached from ATI's website, you'll likely have some shading on the ends of the tank.

 

[Lfisher77304]

Yeah, I noticed that also. My hope was going with a more negative space aqua scape and keeping it at 27" wide as I have in the photo I would be ok but I haven't been around any of this stuff in a long time. Reefscape Designs did an awesome job on the main tank aqua scape for me.

 

[griss]

Yeah, awesome looking tank and scape. If you're going to leave the rock like it is, I think you'll be okay as well. You can always add another light if needed.

Please start a build thread so we can follow your progress.

 

[Lfisher77304]

Will do. Thank you! I'm awaiting all of the equipment to come in from GEO'S reef and then maybe I'll get a thread going. I'm sure I'll need all the help I can get from the modern day experienced crowd.

 

[griss]

Will do. Thank you! I'm awaiting all of the equipment to come in from GEO'S reef and then maybe I'll get a thread going. I'm sure I'll need all the help I can get from the modern day experienced crowd.

I love Geo equipment. I was good friends with the original owner who’s since retired. The current owner has done a great job keeping up with the quality.

 

[Reefing102]

I agree with @griss. If aesthetic is a deal breaker, I think you’re going to get the cleanest look from the ATI.

Some other options, though I don’t know what look you prefer is the Maxspect Razor and ReefBreeders Meridian.

 

[Uncle99]

I would look at a Hybrid, adding two 36” T5, one 460nm the other a 420nm to whatever you chose in LED, if your going stick dominant.

While LED shows corals best, you can’t beat T5 on sticks.