Lighting for 40 Breeder

[JRBaker]

Hi everyone! I recently upgraded my 20 long to a 40 breeder. I was using two Hipargero Aqua Knight LED lights for the 20 and currently have them over the 40. My question is, will this be enough for the tank? I do plan on eventually upgrading, but my budget is limited right now. I have a bubble coral, two hammers, several zoa frags, and a couple mushrooms. I don't plan on getting any SPS (except for maybe a Monti Cap) in the near future. The tank looks pretty bright to me, but I realize that isn't a very scientific measurement...

 

[lpsouth1978]

I would think what you have is adequate for the corals you listed. I am not sure about the monti, but being a less demanding SPS, It might be ok. I have a pair of AI Hydra 26 HD's over my 40b and LOVE them.

 

[mcgyvr]

You might be ok with what you have..A typical 165W Black Box LED will certainly be enough and only run you ~$100

 

[JRBaker]

That's what I was hoping to hear. Thanks everyone!

 

[EdgeN]

250 watt Radium? (with the proper ballast of course)