lumenbright/lumenarc question

[michealprater]

I am debating on whether to use one of these two on my 250. My tank is 8ft. long. What kind of coverage does one of these have? I know spider reflectors are recommended every two ft. I am using 400w mh lighting, and I would love to get away with just 3 rather than 4. Trying to keep electric bill down. your opinion is appreciated.

[Willi]

Check into Sunlight supply Lumenmax elite. These are supposed to be very good reflector, maybe even the best on the market. According to sunlight supply they will cover a 2'x2' or 30"x30" area. You might be able increase distance from water surface and use 3 over your 8' tank. I have done a lot of research for my new tank and decided to go with the Lumenmax elite over the lumenarc reflectors.

[michealprater]

Wow. High dollar. I was interested by the Lumenbright and Lumenarcs because you can find sweet deals used right here on RC. I bet they would cover 30" x 30".

[miwoodar]

I'm a fan of LA's over LB's due to the extra spread they provide.

[LooseHip]

A lumenbright mini would probably do 30"x 30" area, but it would be pushing it.. I have one over my 40 breeder which is 36"long, and it is dim around the corners of the tank..