Lighting

[JumperAlex]

I am brand new to reef keeping. That being said I already can tell that with the 3 corals I have in my 90g tank I am going to want more. I currently have a 4 x 54w HOT5 fixture that most of the LFS near my have said will be fine for beginner corals. What would you suggest as far as better lighting for my tank? I think I would like to go LED but without breaking the bank, is that possible? Any lighting advice would be great thanks!

 

[Reefing Madness]

4 Lamp HO T-5 is good enough for most Corals. Maybe upgrade to a 6 lamp unit if you plan on SPS. Mostly using Blue lamps and one 12k lamp.
LED's still cost a pretty penny compared to T5's.

 

[JumperAlex]

Good to know!! I actually have a 2nd HOT5 fixture that is 2 bulb and 24 inches. Would there be any benefit to running this 2nd fixture along with my 48 inch? If so would I want to run it with my atintics or my whites?

 

[Reefing Madness]

You could run it, won't hurt anything, it would be more for higher lighting needs corals at this time. I'd run em with Blues and actinics.