Lighting for a 10 gallon tank

[marty]

What are some good lights for a 10 gallon tank (20 inches wide)? I am looking at starting a 2nd tank (small, possibly here at work) and have a spare 10 gallon tank at home. This new tank I would like to eventually have some corals (some simple easy to care corals - is there such things?).
Here is what I am planning so far:
10 gallon tank
15-20-25 lbs of live rock
20 lbs of live sand
Lights is the first topic. Will get to filtration later.
Thanks

 

[krusk]

I would go with PC 36 Watters
check this out
<a href="http://www.hellolights.com/36watts.html" target="_blank">http://www.hellolights.com/36watts.html</a>

 

[marty]

Hey Krusk, Thanks for the link. Couple questions about it though - 1) is this link for bulbs or the actual unit? If unit - 2) it looks like it is only 16 7/8 wide, my tank is 20" (outside measurement). Is this going to fit?
There's not a real good picture of it. Hard to buy anything when not sure what one is really buying.
Thanks

 

[krusk]

here is a better site for you
<a href="http://www.ahsupply.com/36-55w.htm" target="_blank">http://www.ahsupply.com/36-55w.htm</a>
scroll toward the bottom
"2 x 36 watt Bright Kit Item # 30362 $62.99"
I have orderd from this site and previous site with out any problems
good luck

 

[jim27]

I also recommend 2x36w PC. I use them on my 10 gallon reef.

 

[marty]

Hi Krusk,
That seems to be a pretty decent set. What is the difference between the 2 links you provided (other than price)?
Did you see my other post about clamp-on jbl lights?
Here is the link to it:
<a href="http://www.jbjlighting.com/sys_clamp_on.html" target="_blank">http://www.jbjlighting.com/sys_clamp_on.html</a>
What do you think of these?
Thanks to everyone for your replies. I want to set up my 10 gallon correct and the only way I know to do that is to ask alot of questions and learn for others. I would hate to spend $$ on items I do not need (see my 80 gallon for that)
Thanks!

 

[krusk]

Marty
there is nothing different between two site
same set different prices
the second link give you more details on the kit's size which what you are looking for.
some members on this board reported that they have problems with the JBJ lighting system.
seen we always looking for a way to save money, I would not go with the JBJ (I hope they are not gonna sue me for this
good luck

 

[marty]

Wow, it's the same set huh? Vast difference in the webpages, one could hardly tell they are the same.
The jbl's are interesting in that they attach to the back and are adjustable off. Its a shame that people are having trouble with them. It seems like a good idea.
Thanks for your suggestions. I am slowly asking what I think I need to have in my 10 gallon reef. Hopefully you can have some input on those questions too!

 

[krusk]

Marty
to make it clear
the first site price are on "bubls"
the second site are on "ballast, reflectors, socket wire, etc"
you also can obtain the bubls from the second site but I never order the bulbs from the second site. I have order the kit from them(AHsupply) and bulbs from HelloLight
Kruck

 

[marty]

I was wondering if that was not the case (i.e. bulbs on one site and ballast, etc.. on the other). The first site really never said bulbs straightout, but didn't discuss anything about ballast either.
Thanks for the clarification.

 

[marty]

ijji,
where can I get a small hang-on refugium? Any recommendations on what brand/type?
Thanks.