Lighting requirement for Maxima clam?

[cheucklate]

LFS said my LED bulb was too weak for a clam
http://www.rapidled.com/12-led-par38-bulb-mixed-color-with-uv/

my tank dimensions is 24 x 24 x 12. Shallow tank

They then recommended either a kessil or aquailuminator. So i'm turning to you guys for your recommendations? Which series and what type should be a good match? And is my current lighting that weak or just not enough for a clam. thanks!

 

[Kizzy911]

that inexpensive light might not be enough for a clam. LED wise AI primes are amazing. Kassil wise, a sky blue kessil a150w would be nice; although you lose your nighttime blue look.
There are other kessils that are great; they're costly but they're great and can provide for any clam, they can grow anything and not fry up stuff in your tank

hope this helps, cheers

 

[CHizer]

I use reefbreeders led lights. They are an affordable option that has more than enough for clams.

 

[Ron Reefman]

Your LFS is most likely right. That PAR 38 bulb has 12 leds and is only 19 watts. But then you do have a shallow tank, so I say the LFS is probably right.

But you don't need to get an expensive led fixture. There are a couple of Chinese fixtures for sale on Ebay that will provide way more than enough light and should only cost around $80 or less. MarsAqua is one brand that would work great over your shallow tank.