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[crab123]

Hello,

I ‘m going to devote my time to remodel the light panel for my new reef tank. What bulbs to take LED or fluorescent? For how many lumens? I watched the Youtube video, but still I have a lot of questions. This is for 45 gallon tank

 

[Jimbo662]

it's going to depend on what you want to keep in the tank and what your budget is.

 

[crab123]

The budget is not more than $50. I have T5 fixture. I know that the fluorescent lamps will be ideal for it. how many lumens will be optimal? can you advise? This is what I have at home now https://www.mrosupply.com/lighting/...ballasts/1854520_flft2e8w827_fulham-lighting/
I want to keep coral and fish.