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hatfielj
10/22/2006, 05:55 PM
Just trying to get an idea of how long I should be leaving my lights on. I have ho T5's and the atinics turn on at 6:30am and stay on until 10pm. But, the day lights turn on at 8:00am and turn off at 8:00pm. I guess thats a 12 hour day right? Is this too long? Thanks.

jsdratm
10/22/2006, 05:58 PM
I run 12 hour cycles as well with my T5s.

xdusty6920
10/22/2006, 06:44 PM
depends on what lights you use, price of electricity in your area, and results your looking for. you can have a healthy happy tank with anywhere from 6 hours of light to 12 hours of light.