Metal halide wattage decision?

[rogueangel]

I dont even know if its possible but is metal halide even a possibility for a 29 gal. If so how many watts would I need to keep anything. I know the debates about lighting but right now I want to know my options. My tank will be 30x 12x18. I'm just now setting up so I want to do my research right. Would 175 watts be ok, or do I need more or less or what?

 

[yupi1982]

Originally Posted by rogueangel
I dont even know if its possible but is metal halide even a possibility for a 29 gal. If so how many watts would I need to keep anything. I know the debates about lighting but right now I want to know my options. My tank will be 30x 12x18. I'm just now setting up so I want to do my research right. Would 175 watts be ok, or do I need more or less or what?
YEAP THAT SHOULD DO IT

 

[reefiness]

if i were you i would do a 150 watt HQI

 

[teen]

ive got 250watts on my 30 gallon if that helps in your decision. imo, its not overkill and i can keep anything i want. and i dont use a chiller either.

 

[rogueangel]

silly question but is a ballast the fixture itself?

 

[rogueangel]

sorry blonde moment... can anyone look at this and tell me if it'll work.. big auction website item number 7773176959

 

[rogueangel]

or will I need more to go w/ it?