Kessil A160 WE Tuna Blue

Christopher Davis · Sep 6, 2016

Background:
so last night I was posting about starting a nano reef which lead me in a couple different directions. Eventually leading me here. I have decided to go with a marine land rimless tank 25 gallon. I am going to run a 45 gallon Hydor canister filer and 65 gallon Coralife Skimmer. I plan on setting up a sump in the future of this build. Keep in mind this is my first nano reef but not first tank by any means.

Now as far as lighting:
I was not to thrilled with purchasing the JBJ PRO for almost 800:confused: when I can spend that on a custom set up at my LFS (aka the tank described above) and run the kessil tuna blue with much better filtration.
Is one kessil enough for a 25 cube? I am going to be running the goose neck configuration. Is this the best possible light for a nano reef? o_O I am willing to spend the money but want to make sure its the right choice for this build this will be my first kessil purchase!

Side note: what do you guys think of this build so far am I missing something critical? let me know!

pastelball · Sep 6, 2016

I have the same tank and running the 160. It is great for the size and lenty of power. I have lps, a few sps and softies. Running it at about 50% intensity. I would drill the tank for an overflow instead of the canister filter. Better than tearing it all down to drill later.

Christopher Davis · Sep 6, 2016

pastelball said:
I have the same tank and running the 160. It is great for the size and lenty of power. I have lps, a few sps and softies. Running it at about 50% intensity. I would drill the tank for an overflow instead of the canister filter. Better than tearing it all down to drill later.

Got any Pics of the tank would love to see it!