Question: Should I or shouldn't I?

globaldesigns · #1 11-17-2010, 05:58 AM

I am running a light over my sump, over top the refuge area. Now I am just wondering if I have to? In this area I use to have cheato, but that was a long time ago, now it has a DSB (8-10 inches) with about 8-10 inches of Live Rock and LR Rubble. So this light shines on the rock/water.

now is there any benefit to me still having this light on, or am I just wasting energy. Does is still help with PH, Pod life, etc.

your views are appreciated, just wondering.

lorenz0 · #2 11-17-2010, 06:10 AM

with just LR and sand. No point.

think positive, now you will have another plug in for something else

Zoaelite · #3 11-17-2010, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by lorenz0

with just LR and sand. No point.

think positive, now you will have another plug in for something else

+1 but that being stated I do like having a lit sump, really helps when I'm changing media or cleaning odds and ends.

lastlight · #4 11-17-2010, 07:28 AM

Will pods inhabit rock and sand in a dark sump? Don't they thrive where there is algae?

naesco · #5 11-17-2010, 07:54 AM

Leave the light on 24/7.
The tiny algae that the pods and other critters eat will flourish.

gobytron · #6 11-17-2010, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by naesco

Leave the light on 24/7.
The tiny algae that the pods and other critters eat will flourish.

Plus, you'll wind up with much nicer LR at the end of it all, in case you ever want to sell it or switch it out/add it to your display...