Lighting question

[turkey3]

Would I be able to keep zoos in my 29 gal if I bought a 2x65 W compact fluorescent fixture?

 

[2006]

Yes, shouldn't be a problem. You might want to put them under the bulbs. I have 2x65 pc's but my surface area is only 24"x8.5"

 

[Auntbeez]

I have a 29 with 2x65 and I just don't get the color out of the zoos in that tank as I do in my other tank with high output (HO) T-5s. If you haven't purchased the light yet, I would suggest getting T-5s (If I had it to do over, that is what I would do). If it is in the budget, go with 4bulbs as this will allow you to keep most anything SPS,LPS, etc. if you want to later.

 

[2006]

I've never used T5 but if they are as good as everyone claims then the small price increase versus pc is worth it.

 

[650-IS350]

You'll get better color pop on your polyps with T5s, MH's or a combo of both.

 

[corbett_n]

Go t5 all the way, I have four t5ho bulbs on my 29g and it looks great and has tons of light.

 

[JM68]

T5s last longer too

 

[hogall]

What is the best combination for Color and growth on T5? 10k, or 12k. I am going to replace 4 T5 HO light bulbs.

Thanks

Dennis

 

[seapug]

go with a 50/50 combo of the 10K with Actinics. 12Ks will work too but be a tad bit more blue. Some people like more blue but I find it tends to reduce color contrast and wash things out a bit.

 

[650-IS350]

,my old combo

most recent combo

 

[hk855]

I would recommend t5's or a metal halide. The halide would be a bit over the top for just zoos, but you could get some ridiculous growth and color! My friend has a 2x24 t5 (actinic and 10k) on his 20g and doesn't get close to the pop of colors i do with my 150w hqi w/ a 14k on my 40g. Also with zoos you would probably be fine with just 2 bulbs, but 4 would be better and allow for other corals you will probably end up wanting 1month after you get zoo's. Good luck with your decision, I know lighting was probably my hardest decision on my first tank.