proper watt per gallon

[cmiles]

what is the proper watt per gallon for an anenome

 

[viper_930]

The watts per gallon rule isn't always an accurate way to determine how much light you need. There's more to light intensity than just the volume of the tank and wattage consumption.
What kind of anemone are you thinking of?
How long has your tank been setup?
How big is your tank?

 

[thegrog]

I agree with viper in that I don't like the watts per gallon rule. Should be used as more of a guideline than a rule. If you must use it, then 4-6 watts per gallon should be the target.

 

[dholmblad]

I have a question, Do I just add the wattage of all 4 of my lights together?(sounds kinda stupid but yea..)
I have 4 96 watt bulbs.

 

[bang guy]

What specie of Anemone?

 

[cmiles]

it is a 55 gallon, i would like to start with a condi i have read that they are the best starters

 

[viper_930]

Originally Posted by dholmblad
I have a question, Do I just add the wattage of all 4 of my lights together?(sounds kinda stupid but yea..)
I have 4 96 watt bulbs.
Yes
Originally Posted by cmiles
it is a 55 gallon, i would like to start with a condi i have read that they are the best starters
For you I'd say a minimum of 260 watts PC lighting (4x65 watts).

 

[cmiles]

thanks