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Bru
02/22/2010, 02:48 PM
I would like to upgrade my Current USA PC's to MHs Anyone have any Reccommendations on where to buy. My 20gL Is 30 inches Long what wattage would be appropriate for my tank. I have mostly softies however i would really like to get that shimmer / glow on my corals that power compacts are just not providing.


Anything helps thank you

abulgin
02/22/2010, 03:02 PM
You're probably going to have a lot of heat issues with a MH over a 20g tank. I would look into T5s instead.

swjim
02/22/2010, 03:05 PM
If you're just looking for some shimmer have you looked into adding a few LEDs?

swjim
02/22/2010, 03:08 PM
Something like the Powerbrites might work for you: http://www.marinedepot.com/Current_USA_PowerBrite_LED_Lighting_System_Linkable_LED_Light_Fixtures-Current_USA-CU01643-FILTFILDLK-vi.html

lordofthereef
02/22/2010, 04:42 PM
I think you could do fine with one of the viper 70w or MAYBE a 150w. Depending on your current temps adding a fan would be beneficial. What are your temps like year round? I know plenty of people have halides over their 20-30g tanks, but some are forced to keep a chiller due to the ambient room temperatures, especially in the summer.