Lighting Question

[JAStoodz]

Hello,

I am looking to go mostly SPS in my 60"x24"x30" tall tank. I have decided I want to get T5 for my lighting but I need help choosing the correct fixture. I know I would like to go with a powermodule or sunpower fixture. Would you recommend? 48" or 60", 6 or 8 bulb, 54w or 80w. Also, what is an ideal bulb layout?

Thanks for the help.

 

[JAustin]

I would do the 60" so you have full coverage. The 8 bulb would be great for the front to back coverage as well. Since you have a 30" deep tank I would go powermode. You could do Sunpower and save a little cash. I'm not a t5 expert but have seen enough tanks your size lit by t5s.

 

[trinity1012]

ati 60''
i would go sunpower moduale 8x80
bulbs i belive most people use like this

blue plus
purple plus
blue plus
6500k
blue plus
coral plus
blue plus
blue plus

bulbs are ati

 

[potterjon]

I think you could do a 48" fixture and save some cash. It's only 6" on each side. I also think you could do 6 bulbs but 8 would be sweet. It really depends on your wallet. Any of those choices would be good.