Will my light kill my frag and BTA?

[Spark326]

I’ve been using this light for the past 2 weeks and everything seems fine in my 10g tank.. (see image with light description)
I really want to get a BTA for my clownfish but am already over budget and wouldn’t be able to afford another light :(
Will the BTA and my frag eventually die under this light?
Are there other cheaper alternatives to T5 and the other well known lights? Anything under $40?

 

[Chefwheredyougo]

I can tell you from experience that that light won't for the nem. My black box took a crap on me and it's all I had around. Looked like crap the next light cycle and I had to spend the money to get a new light. Your best bet for that kind of money is a USED chinese black box. Or you can save up about 120 and get a brand new one.

 

[Arthacker87]

Maybe even a smaller t5 fixture might work? I had one that ran my coral but didnt have a new at the time

 

[Arthacker87]

Might be able to find used fixtures t5 or led sorry lol realized you mentioned t5

 

[Uncle99]

Nem requires strong reef type lighting and does not do well in tanks under 6 months old.

 

[Arthacker87]

Agreed but I put one in my new set up after a couple months if you're experienced in reading it's possible if newer if give tank time to adjust

 

[Billdogg]

Are those zoanthids? It's hard to tell from the picture. If so, they will survive, but will not be happy with that light. Save your money up and get a black box LED or buy something used. You might be able to find something in a T5, but bulb replacements will quickly drive the price way above your target. Local forums or craigslist will be your best bet for finding something used.

I certainly would not add anything else until you've upgraded what you have.