question about T5 Lighting and Clams

howdy20012002 · #1 11-24-2009, 05:46 AM

Hey everyone
just wondering what people think about using T5 lighting over a 18 inch deep clam tank.
will this be enough lighting for them or must I use MH?
thanks in advance
Neal

lorenz0 · #2 11-24-2009, 06:50 AM

What t5 fixture are you talking about

Delphinus · #3 11-24-2009, 07:48 AM

With enough T5's over the tank I think it would be fine.

fishytime · #4 11-24-2009, 01:17 PM

Im running a Tek 6 bulb over a 20" deep tank....11 clams...

Stones · #5 11-24-2009, 11:54 PM

I've kept clams on the sandbed in a 24" deep tank lit soley by T5s and they all did just fine.

lorenz0 · #6 11-25-2009, 01:40 AM

Only reason i asked what fixture is because asking can t5's keep clams, yes and no. Some fixtures supply enough light for all species while others done. Saying yes to t5's will work, a person can be misinformed and purchase like a 2x54watt thinking this will be enough

Fishytime gave a great example of an answer, listing what fixture he is using. perfect

Mr.nintendo · #7 11-25-2009, 02:20 AM

I went to a friends place with the same lighting I am using , Giesemann T5 HO actinic and aquablue+
2x39watt for a 40gallon aquarium

Squamosa's under these bulbs have still grown awesomely and are huge. I've had one in my tank for a few weeks now and it's happpy as ever

howdy20012002 · #8 11-25-2009, 03:30 AM

sounds like a yes
thanks guys and gals
Neal

Samw · #9 11-25-2009, 07:09 AM

Depends on the kind of clam as well. I had 3 Croceas that grew well ranging from 4-6 years and none of the 3 made it after my switch to a 5-bulb T5 system.

Mr.nintendo · #10 11-25-2009, 07:24 AM

Ya there are a lot of factors that can shift with different bulbs and such, best bet is stick to one that is a little more tolerant light wise