What kind of corals can I keep under T-5s?

[coral keeper]

What kind of corals can I keep under a 40(one 20 W 10,000°K and one 20 W 460 nm actinic) watt Nova Extreme T-5 Fixture in a 10 gallon tank?

 

[reefkprz]

just about any LPS, octocoral, false coral or zoanthid or other softies. with a few exceptions (the highest light demnading would be risky. and I wouldnt suggest clams or anemones for their long term health. (that is if they are t-5 HO, if they are regular t-5 probably less)

 

[coral keeper]

Ok, thanks for the info.

 

[wangotango]

Since they aren't high-output, you're more limited. The right HO setup would allow you to keep whatever you wanted, but since they are not, softies and some of the lower light demanding LPS would work.
-Justin

 

[cowfishrule]

i dont see why you couldnt keep a bta under those lights.
just watch your salinity.

 

[05xrunner]

Nova extreme are HO so anything but clams and SPS I think. since they dont have individual reflectors. I think a 10g is way to small for a anemone unless you wanted a flower/rock anemone

 

[cowfishrule]

Originally Posted by COWFISHRULE
http:///forum/post/2606208
i dont see why you couldnt keep a bta under those lights.
just watch your salinity.

Originally Posted by 05xrunner
http:///forum/post/2606230
I think a 10g is way to small for a anemone
oh yeah.
forgot he's got a 10g.

 

[coral keeper]

I was thinking of using these lights to make a frag tank.

 

[wangotango]

I have not seen a 20w T5-ho light.
-Justin

 

[coral keeper]

Here is some info on the lighting. I copied and pasted it.
Nova Extreme T-5 Fixtures
* Affordable T-5 light fixture for fish-only aquariums
* Available in freshwater and saltwater systems for the ultimate in aquarium lighting
* Space-saving design comes with adjustable docking mounts to fit your aquarium
High output T-5 brilliance at a budget-friendly price. Twin tube Nova Extreme light fixtures utilize high-performance SlimPaq T-5 fluorescent lamps for maximum lumen per watt output. Smart, energy-efficient, and space-saving light fixtures are a great choice for fresh or saltwater aquariums. Nova Extreme T-5 fixtures feature a finely tuned electronic ballast, parabolic reflector, protective splash lens, and 1-3 ft power cord. Adjustable sliding aquarium mount ensures a secure fit over your aquarium. 4-1/4" x 1-1/2" high.
Freshwater Nova Extreme Fixtures include: One SlimPaq 10,000°K and one SlimPaq Freshwater bulb.
Saltwater Nova Extreme Fixtures include: One SlimPaq 10,000°K and one SlimPaq 460 nm actinic bulb.
Saltwater Nova Extreme Pro Fixtures include: 3 SlimPaq 10,000°K and 3 SlimPaq 460 nm actinic bulbs for Pro 36" and Pro 48"; 6 SlimPaq 10,000°K and 6 SlimPaq 460 nm actinic blubs for Pro 72".

 

[nvsbandit]

i have the coralife 96W compacts (the quad bulb) over my 10....everything is looking good to me. then again im still relatively new at this fish keeping.
no dead corals yet. i have it up on feet and a glass top.

 

[coral keeper]

So, will the lights work for sps and clams?

 

[05xrunner]

Originally Posted by Coral Keeper
http:///forum/post/2606735
So, will the lights work for sps and clams?
no

 

[coral keeper]

Originally Posted by 05xrunner
http:///forum/post/2606772
no
But its high output.

 

[05xrunner]

doesnt matter..its not individual reflectors and only 20w of real growing light..actinics dont really do much for growing.