what kind of lighting for a 55 gallon tank?

[lawnmowerblen]

i dont know it's a 55 gallon the tank is aobut six months if that helps

 

[mr_x]

what are you planning to keep in the 6 month old 55 gallon tank?

 

[markeo99]

lots of questions softies,sps,clams,anemone what are your plans and what is your budget?
softies Power compacts or t5
sps clams anemone t5 or Mh

 

[marvin willis]

pm me i know where to get t-5 lights new for 100 bucks with free shipping

 

[wangotango]

Either two 175w halides or (4-5) 54w individually reflected T5ho would let you keep whatever you wanted. I'm using the Aquactinics 48" TX5 on my 55, and couldn't be happier.
IMO stay away from the obscure brands.
-Justin