lighting

[dmoore504]

is this good 4 a 20gal: 65 watt PowerCompact retrofit. Fits Eclipse System 3 and can be retrofit to many aquarium systems begging for more light. 23'' x 3'' x 2.2''
$69.99

 

[bang guy]

What animals are you wanting to keep?

 

[dmoore504]

anemone,stars clam and clowns.

 

[bang guy]

For most Anemone and Clams it's better to have a lot more light.

 

[dmoore504]

more than 65 watts

 

[airforceb2]

around 200 on a 20 gal.

 

[dmoore504]

ive heard 2-4 watts per gal

 

[airforceb2]

2-4 for softies. 6-8 for SPS and anemones.

 

[dmoore504]

softies?

 

[dmoore504]

i the most ive seen online is 130

 

[bang guy]

My 10 gal has 90 watts of VHO but I wouldn't even consider a clam in it.

 

[dmoore504]

24" SunPaq Retrofit 2 x 65 watt
65 watts $108.99
130 watts : ok without the clam is this light 4 a anemone.

 

[dmoore504]

$108.00 for 130 watts, should i buy it or leave it.

 

[nanoreef]

hey Bang
Can i see your 10g?

 

[bang guy]

Sure...

 

[bang guy]

Originally Posted by DMoore504
24" SunPaq Retrofit 2 x 65 watt
65 watts $108.99
130 watts : ok without the clam is this light 4 a anemone.
I think a BTA or a Condy could do OK. Ask another experienced Anemone keeper though.