I am fairly new to the hobby and want to move from a(unsuccesful) fish tank to a reef tank. My tank is a 47g hexagon tank. I currently have a 24 inch coralife powercompact light but want to upgrade to a more powerful light I am thinking a T5. I would like to have clams, hard corals, and anemones. I live in Canada and dont want to break the bank. If anyone has any sugestions it would help.
Lighting issue 47g Hexagon Tank
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naterealbig
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If you are a diy'er then check out the diy forum. If you can build a canopy for the hex, then you could do retrofit lighting. You can do a single retro MH setup which includes the reflector, socket, and wires for around $90. Check out www.hellolights.com to get started.
Zestay
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or i just thought of a great idea!
make a hanging pendant
make it 6 sided to match your tank. outside edged could line up to your tank or a little smaller. , angle the outer flanges so it reflects light back down. goto home depot/lowes buy a few pieces of mirror glass, have them cut it to fit and viola~!!! instant super bright light. id use a 14k bulb
make a hanging pendant
make it 6 sided to match your tank. outside edged could line up to your tank or a little smaller. , angle the outer flanges so it reflects light back down. goto home depot/lowes buy a few pieces of mirror glass, have them cut it to fit and viola~!!! instant super bright light. id use a 14k bulb
