James404’s 280g SPS Tank

[Ultra Aquatics]

Aquascape

 

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Canopy build

 

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Initially this tank was setup with 3x 400w MH, Radium bulbs with Luxcore ballasts.

 

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Kamoer died so ended up switching to a Masterflex

 

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Finish work on the stand…

 

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Some random livestock shots over the last year.

 

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Overall I’ve had some ups and down to be expected. Had nutrients crash at least twice, finally at a stable happy place.

Biggest change has been lighting, started with the 3 x 400w MH but electricity and heat was a huge issue. I decided to try 2 x 36” 8 bulb ATI fixtures. They just didn’t have enough coverage for the 36” depth front to back. I am now running 4 x Radion XR30 g5 pros and absolutely love them. Color and growth has been incredible.

 

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[Ryan Doolittle]

I almost clicked the close button when I read the tank was only going to be 6 feet long. So glad I didn't. So much old school being used on this tank, I am excited to see how the tank will progress.

 

[Ultra Aquatics]

I almost clicked the close button when I read the tank was only going to be 6 feet long. So glad I didn't. So much old school being used on this tank, I am excited to see how the tank will progress.

Thanks for checking it out! Not as much old school anymore since swapping the MH for Radions