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Hello
I have a single AI Prime HD that I'm using on a 15gal column tank.
This is a new build from an old tank. (Still in old tank phase)
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/citys-15-gallon-column-nano-reef-build.430708/
This tank will be a mixed reef with sps, lps and softies.
I had the light set up with the shorter gooseneck but it was too high and light spilled everywhere.
I then had the idea to mount the light in the cover that comes with the tank.
What I need help with is settings and coverage.
The light now sits about 3 or 4 inches off the surface of the water. I don't want to cook my tank with excessive heat and I don't want to burn my corals. I want good, even spread for good growth and coloration.
I have tried to replicate the Coral Lab AB+ settings but it was WAAAAY too bright. I now have it set with the following settings...
29%...UV
30%...Violet
17%...Royal Blue
18%...Blue
1%...Green
1%...Red
9%...Cool White
Are these settings good?
What might I need to adjust?
Can this mounting idea work for what I am trying to do?
Is there anything I am overlooking?
I have a single AI Prime HD that I'm using on a 15gal column tank.
This is a new build from an old tank. (Still in old tank phase)
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/citys-15-gallon-column-nano-reef-build.430708/
This tank will be a mixed reef with sps, lps and softies.
I had the light set up with the shorter gooseneck but it was too high and light spilled everywhere.
I then had the idea to mount the light in the cover that comes with the tank.
What I need help with is settings and coverage.
The light now sits about 3 or 4 inches off the surface of the water. I don't want to cook my tank with excessive heat and I don't want to burn my corals. I want good, even spread for good growth and coloration.
I have tried to replicate the Coral Lab AB+ settings but it was WAAAAY too bright. I now have it set with the following settings...
29%...UV
30%...Violet
17%...Royal Blue
18%...Blue
1%...Green
1%...Red
9%...Cool White
Are these settings good?
What might I need to adjust?
Can this mounting idea work for what I am trying to do?
Is there anything I am overlooking?
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