lighting a 75 gal tank

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so im upgrading my tank to a 75 gal, and im thinking of getting a light that can accomidate for both lps and sps corals, a good all around light. i cant hang anything so it would have to be clipped on the side or somethin. i was thinking of the fluval marine 145 watt maybe 150. i dont really have to much knowledge on what works and what doesnt in the lighting community. any sort of help is appreciated!
 

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A couple ai hydra 32's would be the standard. Radions are way pricey and then adding rim mounts.

Budget? Any preferences?
 
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but idk whats considered the avg amount needed to spend for optimal growth/coverage
 

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For that budget and can grow sps. 2 noopsyche. Just over 400.
Cheaper option 2 smatfarm g5s.
 

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I'm a t5 guy, but those need to be hung. I was going to suggest the new blades. From what I understand you would need two. Most suggest 1 glow and 1 grow but that would be a little out of the budget
 
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i dont mind doing them in half purchases if i was to grab one of the blades which would i grab first the grow or glow? and for both its 400 or per for the noopsyche but same thing w this could do the half purchase. whatre the specs like on the lights?
 

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I have a reefbreeder on my 75 works and fits nice. I love my radions but there spendy.
 

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Grow imo but do your research. Make sure it fits your needs. I have been and they seem close to t5 spread and spectrum. They sit right on top of the aquarium.
 
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whatre these new blades and can i set a schedule on them/ have an app? and i was looking at the new radions and its crazy how much they aree for oneee
 

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Go to bulk reef supply website they have videos and information. Look at YouTube for reviews . That should help you make a choice
 

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