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By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums since 1997

VHO Reef Tank Lighting

Thursday July 23, 2009
Getting ready to buy lights for your new tank or thinking about upgrading to reef tank quality lighting? If you understand the basics of wattage, CRI and Kelvin Ratings, you will be able to save money by buying exactly what you need. Are your bulbs getting a bit weak (new algae bloom or corals fading)? Compare prices on Aquarium Fluorescent Light Bulbs.

More: Top Power Compact Light Fixtures PC's have come a long ways. There are now affordable PC light fixtures that are small enough for that Mini or Micro Reef Tank you've been dreaming of.

More: Top Metal Halide Fixture Picks Metal Halide lights have rapidly become the fixture of choice for many SW reefers. Their relatively small size for the amount of light provided has made these fixtures very popular. Many of these new fixtures are well designed, add a stylish look to any aquarium and even include Lunar Lights.

Comments

April 26, 2007 at 4:46 am
(1) Robert Bourque says:

What about the new LED lighting units? I have heard they have better spectrum penetration into the water and are less of a thermal load on the system, which should help slow down evaporation.

July 24, 2009 at 1:18 pm
(2) DEEP says:

Saving electricity and money can help to lead prosperity to the country. Thus saving energy is a must..

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