Reefbreeder light schedule and intensity

[chris31]

Hey everyone I have a photon 48 on my 75g. It is about 6-7 inches above the water line. Can you guys recommend/ share the schedules and settings that you use on these fixtures?

Thank you!

 

[chris31]

Bump

 

[LeslieP]

I think there is an Excel spreadsheet in the Reefbreeders forum. I know it used to be there. It's very handy

 

[fed.gallardo]

Here is the link to the program: Reef Breeders Photon It is under the heading What intensity should I start my lights at?

 

[chris31]

That's a great starting point, thank you guys! Can anyone add some input specifically to a 75g tank or something close to it.

 

[fed.gallardo]

What is it that you are looking for? I have the same light and a 75g tank.

 

[chris31]

The intensity settings. What intensities are you using?

 

[fed.gallardo]

I started out very low...around 40 - 50%. I have since then bumped it up to around 70 - 80%. But it would depend on your needs. I have a lot of softies and an anemone so i wanted to provided a lot of light.

 

[proxy001]

Same as previous poster.
I did a lot of trial and errors to find the right amount.
Started at 30% on both channels.
Now ramping up to about 70%B and 60% W.
2 photons 32 over a 180.
I had them higher and had algae...I started to lower it, and my carpet anemone decided against it...settled at the top of the tank, so I had to go up.

 

[chris31]

Great thank you! Very helpful. I plan to have mostly Zoas, other softies, and maybe a handful of sps.