What coral grow light should I buy for my 40 gallon

[saraeelove]

I am ready to move on from a fish only tank to a beginner reef tank. I need help choosing an affordable light to grow beginner corals.

I have a 40 gallon.
My budget is 300 dollars
Links will be greatly appreciated

 

[James M]

Have you looked into black boxes ?

 

[saraeelove]

Have you looked into black boxes ?

No, where can I find one

 

[James M]

eBay and Amazon

 

[Jonreefer]

40 breeder? Size tank

 

[saraeelove]

40 breeder? Size tank

Yes

 

[saraeelove]

Which brand do you recommend?
And what which one will E better for my 40g breeder tank. 165w or 300w

 

[Jonreefer]

The 300 would be better to give proper coverage but I think the 165 version of you hang high enough would give enough for mixed reef with sps in center. I’d get the vipar. I have heard the mars aqua runs a little more yellowish looking due to the white they use on the led

 

[DesertReefT4r]

I ran a single 250w mh pendant over my old 40B and rocked the coral growth. Get 2 of the Vipars or check out SB Reef lights. If you want to spend a bit more money the Photon V2+is loaded with features and a great reef light.