XR30 gen 5

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Would 2 XR30 gen 5’s be enough for SPS in my tank? 60/22/22?
 
I don't think that's enough coverage. You might get some shading. I think the ends of a 60-inch tank will see a PAR drop-off. Could do 3 of them.
 
Personally I'm not a huge fan of the XR30s for coverage unless you have a very deep tank (either back to front or top to bottom). I think 4-5 XR15s give a good amount of PAR and better spread for your size tank.

You could also look at the Meridian 45 or Meridian 63 for about the same price as two XR30s.
 
Would 2 XR30 gen 5’s be enough for SPS in my tank? 60/22/22?
I would maybe add a pair of one of the add-on led bars to this to help with shading.
Is this an established tank with larger colonies?
 
I would maybe add a pair of one of the add-on led bars to this to help with shading.
Is this an established tank with larger colonies?
No it’s a new build. It will be a mixed reef with some SPS on top and lots of LPS
 

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