24g aquapod help please

[evilfishtank]

So i got a used aquapod today , it came with no light so i would like to find a light around $50-$80's and i need some advice, this is my 1st shot at saltwater so go easy. Also its totally normal for the water to be REALLY cloudy after i just put it in. I am 2 or 3 hours into it and i cannot see 3 inches in. I washed the sand for what seemed like forever.
thanks in advance.

 

[premilove]

yes it is normal for your water to be cloudy..as far as lighting goes, it depends on what you want to do with your tank..corals? if so, what kind?

 

[evilfishtank]

definitely want to do coral i havent given it much though as to what kind.. something moderately easy to care for. something i can support with a well priced light. I know you get what you pay for but i would love to do this somewhat cheap. as in .. i cannot rush out and buy a 250$ sunpod atm lol

 

[premilove]

buy a used light from someone locally/other forums, etc..you should def invest in MH, bc you will eventually regret it..

 

[evilfishtank]

well i found a
Current USA Nova Extreme 18" 2x20W T-5 10,000K - Saltwater
for 60$ is that not a good choice ?
also im not even sure how to calculate if that light with those brackets will fit my tank.

 

[premilove]

40 watts for 24 gallons..its not going to house any corals except mushrooms..idk if thats what you want? 3-6 watts per gallon i think..but i run 150 watts on my 28..if you get a 150 watt light fixture you wont be limited on coral..