Lighting For Nano

[Bob I]

I would agree with Alan in this respect. Set up your nano as if you were to keep it. Many bigger reef keepers still have nanos. It is a good way to break into what can be a very expensive hobby. It allows you to get your feet wet before spending a ton of dough.
As far as light goes. Yes some nano keepers have MH lighting, but is it necessary? I think not. A relatively inexpensive way to light a nano is to get an incandescent top. After getting the top get some screw in PC bulbs. There are spiral ones available from Envirolite. They are 6400K, and availabe in a number of wattages. I have one on my refugium that is 15W, but they are available in higher wattages. A couple of 15's or 25's over a 15 gallon nano would be fine. A light like that would only cost about $100.00 :D