Actinic Lighting and Hair Algae - Canreef Aquatics Bulletin Board

06-01-2006, 08:27 PM

GMGQ

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I think any light will promote algae growth over time if you have nitrate issues as well. Obviously MH more than Actinics. But if you have actinics on for almost 12hrs/day, I would definitely consider it a factor in HA.

You should get a timer and limit how long you have them on for. No worries.

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