Lighting Question

[aquafox]

I have decided that it is time to upgrade the light on my 46 gal tank. I am fish only at this point and plan to stay that way with the exception of an anemone for my clownfish. Can someone out there recommend a good fixture for someone on a budget? Or maybe tell me what to stay away from if you have had a bad experience? My primary reason for the upgrade is simply the anemone....I want to make sure I can provide appropriate lighting to support one and I'm sure it wouldn't hurt my liverock to have better lighting for growth as well...Here's what I am considering:
Britelite Power Compact Fixture - 130 watt (2x65 watt lamp, 48"x4"x6") comes with 50/50 bulbs
or Coralife Deluxe Series Aqualight Fixture - 130 watt (2x65 watt lamp, 48"x4"x6") comes with 10,000 watt lamps (not sure what that is?)
Both indicate that they give full spectrum lighting....any help is most appreciated..thanks!!

 

[wyldgunz]

Id recomend a JBJ formosa. They range around $250-$400 for the size you are looking for and is an excellent light i used a formosa 1200 deluxe 4 x 65 10k on my 55 untill i upgraded to a metal hilide hood.
Not an expensive light but not a cheap one but i figure why spend 150-200 on a cheap light when for a little more you get something nice.

 

[ajroc31]

In my opinion a 250 MH would be ideal for your tank, with some actinic VHO or PC. Anemones like lots of lighting, and it will also help with algea growth on your lr.

 

[gatorcsm]

What are the dimensions of the tank?

 

[gatorcsm]

Dependent on the depth, you may be fine with PCs or VHO. Metal Halide, although fine, might put off too much heat for that volume. I have trouble in my 125 keeping the temp down with dual 400w MH. And it also has a 80 gallon sump that is typically about 2/3 full...
You could do:
an icecap VHO retrofit 440w (48") for about $290
a CSL Powercompact retro 260w (48") for about $290
2 Smart-Lite Fixtures Each have 2-65w lights (260w) $225
There are more options, but here are some ideas.

 

[bang guy]

What specie of Anemone? Some require very intense lighting, some don't.
Have you considered any other animals for your Clowns and avoiding the Anemone?

 

[bheron]

Aqua Fox, to echo Bang Guy - have you fully researched anemones? Do a search on this site and you might be surprised at what you find. For the most part, most people say the are very difficult to keep - might not be the best "starter" invert. Please do the search here first. Good luck!