Light settings for Hydra 64

[Seathirst]

Hello, I have just replaced my Hydra 52 lights with the new Hydra 64s. Does anyone have any ideas for light settings for a 75 gallon tank with soft corals?

 

[JaaxReef]

Hello, I have just replaced my Hydra 52 lights with the new Hydra 64s. Does anyone have any ideas for light settings for a 75 gallon tank with soft corals?

Here’s a place to start (especially if you don’t want to or plan to use a PAR meter)



Just make sure you start lower than your end point and ramp up over a month or so. The 64s are more powerful for aure

 

[Seathirst]

Thank you so much. This was very helpful. I have watched several videos by this same fellow but never saw this one. I think my biggest problem is that I have a canopy on my tank so my lights are only about 6" from the water's surface. I will look into purchasing a multi mount kit. Any suggestions?

 

[JaaxReef]

Thank you so much. This was very helpful. I have watched several videos by this same fellow but never saw this one. I think my biggest problem is that I have a canopy on my tank so my lights are only about 6" from the water's surface. I will look into purchasing a multi mount kit. Any suggestions?

The AI hanging kits are good quality but expensive. Not sure what other options are out there…

I would also suggest the 3D Reefing Diffusors. I have AI Hydra 26HDs and the spectrum blending (especially closer to the lights) has been greatly improved. The shimmer has WAY less disco effect too.