Reef newbie

[drud0616]

Hello everyone,

I'm new to this hobby and would love to get some expert advice from you guys. So I'm starting a new reef tank. Currently I have 55 gallon hexagonal tank. 2ft x 2ft x 2ft. The issue I'm having is choosing the proper lighting setup of this type of tank. So here's the criteria that I would like to abide by:

1) Reef Tank with Soft Corals, LPS Corals and Live Rock. (SPS is possible)

2) Price to be ideally less than $200

3) must fit in the aquarium hood which is approximately the same L xW as the tank. (Hanging the lights isn't an option).



I'd appreciate any advice that can be given. If there is any other information I'm missing out please let me know. Thanks!!!

 

[Tx Medic]

Get a used metal halide fixture it will give you plenty of light. You could find a good used MH PC combo fixture for cheap. I know a guy selling a 24" one for $140.