Hi guys. So I’m currently in the process of cycling my new build and first serious tank. I have some questions about PAR. I’ll try to attach a photo with PAR measurements taken with apogee mq-510.
I’d like the tank to be an sps dominant mixed reef. My concern is that the PAR might not be high enough for SPS but if I add another light will it be too much for the lps I’d like to keep down low? In that case would I have to wait for SPS to grow out and shadow the lower portion of the tank a bit or might the lps be okay with the higher light? I’m sure it’s specific to each exact type of coral but I’m just wondering what peoples generalized experience might be in a similar situation.
Ultimately, should I add a third light from the start or leave as is? I would be adding one of the same lights I already have. Tank is a Red Sea reefer 425 (93) gallons I think. 4 foot by 22” or 24” high if I remember right. Lights are 2 radion xr15 gen 6 running ab+ At 100% when par measurements were taken.
Thanks!
I’d like the tank to be an sps dominant mixed reef. My concern is that the PAR might not be high enough for SPS but if I add another light will it be too much for the lps I’d like to keep down low? In that case would I have to wait for SPS to grow out and shadow the lower portion of the tank a bit or might the lps be okay with the higher light? I’m sure it’s specific to each exact type of coral but I’m just wondering what peoples generalized experience might be in a similar situation.
Ultimately, should I add a third light from the start or leave as is? I would be adding one of the same lights I already have. Tank is a Red Sea reefer 425 (93) gallons I think. 4 foot by 22” or 24” high if I remember right. Lights are 2 radion xr15 gen 6 running ab+ At 100% when par measurements were taken.
Thanks!