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Old 02-04-2010, 04:40 AM
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Originally Posted by lorenz0 View Post

My biggest worry is heat, now alot of t5 guys have said that the "heat factor" is similar but only by a few degree's. I went last summer with the tank on the mid level of the house and we had a few days where it got to 30+ degree's in the house (no AC) so what can i expect with MH. I am new to this lighting .

I have a MH light over my tank. similar situation as you with the house heat issues. basically you can position a fan to blow across the surface water and lighting fixture. there will be increased evaporation but your tank temp. but should remain manageable
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