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Hello reefers!
This is my very first time building my own reef tank and I could really use some help!
Current set up:
40 gallon imagitarium modular aquarium (30W x 17H x 19D)
307 Fluval Canister filter
Hydor 565 wave maker
200W Titanium no name heater (Amazon)
Glass top
Stock light (garbage)
40LBS of dry rock
40lbs Live sand, about 2" bed (size 0.7 - 1.5)
I'm currently in the middle of my cycle (about 10 days in)
used Dr tims one and only reef
last water test 2 days ago:
little to no Ammonia
some Nitrites
some Nitrates
If I'm not mistaken, that means the Cycle is going as it should
(had higher ammonia at first, has been declining)
OK! if you're still reading this, THANKS!
My goal is to eventually have a Mixed tank with high light SPS to low light softies
Since I am not made of money, I have been looking at all sorts of lights that fit my budget and needs
I have read all sorts of reviews and watched MANY videos online about different lights
I am in between the Hydra 62 HD and the kessil AP700
Radions are just too much money for me
I have considered 2 kessil A360we but for the price, I might as well spend more for the AP700, especially because I wouldnt need the controller which is a whole other expense
I am wondering if I can manage to grow SPS in my tank with just one single Hydra 64 HD, since it is about $200 cheaper than the AP700
final note, the Hydra 62 HD is only 135 watts which means I would save money on the electric bill as well.
please let me know your opinions, and if there are any recommendations anyone might have towards my set up.
Oh yeah, I know it would be best, and easier for me in the long run to get a sump but since I am in an apartment, i just don't want the hassle of dealing with an extra tank of water.
my plan is to get a Reef octopus 110 EXT so that I can have a protein skimmer and still not need a Sump.
Thank you everyone.
This is my very first time building my own reef tank and I could really use some help!
Current set up:
40 gallon imagitarium modular aquarium (30W x 17H x 19D)
307 Fluval Canister filter
Hydor 565 wave maker
200W Titanium no name heater (Amazon)
Glass top
Stock light (garbage)
40LBS of dry rock
40lbs Live sand, about 2" bed (size 0.7 - 1.5)
I'm currently in the middle of my cycle (about 10 days in)
used Dr tims one and only reef
last water test 2 days ago:
little to no Ammonia
some Nitrites
some Nitrates
If I'm not mistaken, that means the Cycle is going as it should
(had higher ammonia at first, has been declining)
OK! if you're still reading this, THANKS!
My goal is to eventually have a Mixed tank with high light SPS to low light softies
Since I am not made of money, I have been looking at all sorts of lights that fit my budget and needs
I have read all sorts of reviews and watched MANY videos online about different lights
I am in between the Hydra 62 HD and the kessil AP700
Radions are just too much money for me
I have considered 2 kessil A360we but for the price, I might as well spend more for the AP700, especially because I wouldnt need the controller which is a whole other expense
I am wondering if I can manage to grow SPS in my tank with just one single Hydra 64 HD, since it is about $200 cheaper than the AP700
final note, the Hydra 62 HD is only 135 watts which means I would save money on the electric bill as well.
please let me know your opinions, and if there are any recommendations anyone might have towards my set up.
Oh yeah, I know it would be best, and easier for me in the long run to get a sump but since I am in an apartment, i just don't want the hassle of dealing with an extra tank of water.
my plan is to get a Reef octopus 110 EXT so that I can have a protein skimmer and still not need a Sump.
Thank you everyone.