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McLovit
08/05/2009, 09:38 AM
I'm looking to light an 80 gallon pentagon corner tank, for which i plan to have mainly as a coral tank with some fish. The tank is 30 inches deep and about 39" across the front. I would prefer to have Euro style lights for the aesthetic appeal.

I am looking for suggestions on combinations of MH/T5/VHO, etc. I have been doing a lot of studying but am confused on Wattage requirements. I realize 14000-20000k would probably be the best for this tank, but the Watts issue is escaping me. I do understand the more watts the more my electrical bill will go up, but how does this effect the light on the tank, if it does?

Any suggestions and clarifications would be great!

Thank you