New Lights

[bang]

Hey everyone....
This is my first time posting in the forum. I've been into sw aquariums for almost 2 years and it's been a blast. This is my dilemma. I have to buy new light fixtures for my 150 gallon sw tank. The specs are 72x18x28. I currently have FOLR in my tank and 2 36" fixtures with 1 10k and 1 actinic in each. I was wondering if any of you have suggestions on what to get for fixtures and bulbs. I plan to hang them from the ceiling. Thanks

 

[bang]

yeah...I think it's prolly gonna stay FOWLR. I might do a Reef later down the road. I am in the process of doing a huge sump right now. I have to post some pics when it's done.

 

[robchuck]

Bang,
I have a 150 gallon FOWLR as well, and I just recently upgraded my lighting. My tank only has one brace across the top, which divides the openings into two 36" openings. I used the Coralife 36" 2x96w PC's. I was using 66w of NO lighting before, and the difference is already noticable. BTW, I'd love to see the pics of your sump when you finish it.

 

[bang]

My 150 has 2 braces and I currently have 2 36's. I was thinking of getting 3 24's with a hood, but I will prolly stick with 2 36's since I wanna go topless for now. What bulbs you using --?

 

[robchuck]

Bang,
I'm using 2x10,000K @ 96w and 2xActinic @96w; I think it's a decent amount and look for FOWLR. I'll hopefully get some pics up soon.

 

[bang]

I was looking at those 36" 2x96 Coralife PC's but only found as low as $170/w bulbs. Where u get yours at --? Anyone?