i got a custom clown breeding tank (48x14x14) shipping to me soon. its divided into 4 separate sections. i want each pair to have a bubble tip for extra security and i was wondering what is the minimum lighting i can go on the tank. i know bubble tips can have as little as PC light but i want T5 on my tank.
I was thinking i could possibly get away with a 2 bulb 48 T5 hood with 2 good PAR bulbs like ATI. the nems will be on a rock and i would assume the tank depth of only 14" i figure i would only have to light it down to 10" and i could do the dual bulb.
i could also go with a 4 bulb no problem. but i want to keep things at a minimum.
I know 4 bulbs would be better, but i would like to see if 2 will suffice.
I was thinking i could possibly get away with a 2 bulb 48 T5 hood with 2 good PAR bulbs like ATI. the nems will be on a rock and i would assume the tank depth of only 14" i figure i would only have to light it down to 10" and i could do the dual bulb.
i could also go with a 4 bulb no problem. but i want to keep things at a minimum.
I know 4 bulbs would be better, but i would like to see if 2 will suffice.