Lighting for a 18" nano cube?

Reefer Rob · #1 11-23-2010, 03:32 AM

I've decided to put together a nano tank with an 18x18x24 cube tank that I have.

Any ideas on what to light it with? Are 18" T5 fixtures available?

I plan to keep Ricordias, zoas etc and perhaps LPS

Thanks, Rob

toytech · #2 11-23-2010, 05:09 AM

pretty sure oceans aquatic in delta has a 18 inch t5 fixture , i think its a current usa nova extreme .

ShwaFish · #3 11-23-2010, 06:11 AM

There are also readily available LED fixtures at 18" like this one :

http://www.jlaquatics.com/product/ld...4+Inch%29.html

Considering a new nano with these lights

lorenz0 · #4 11-23-2010, 06:22 AM

Those marineland leds are for FOWLR tanks only

Have you considered a JBJ Viper K2 150watt? Love mine on my nano and after upgrading the bulb its a decent buy for the price

Borderjumper · #5 11-23-2010, 06:24 AM

I have a 150w pendant over mine. I have ric's, zoas and some easy sps like digita. I've also used a 70w sun pod which worked just fine, I just wanted a little more light.

LeeR · #6 11-23-2010, 12:27 PM

id go mh for a 24" tall tank

BlueTang<3 · #7 11-23-2010, 01:08 PM

Have you considered LEDS. Aqua illumination would look crazy on that.

Reefer Rob · #8 11-23-2010, 01:47 PM

Did I mention this is low budget? I was going to use the PC fixture I have, but it seems to have quit working from it's time spent in the garage.

I'm leaning toward a 150w pendant since looks like there's good bulb availability. 18" T5 bulbs seem hard to come by.

gobytron · #9 11-23-2010, 01:59 PM

I have a 70W sunpod available for sale.
2 of them actually.

Reefer Rob · #10 11-23-2010, 05:40 PM

OK, I've ordered the JBJ 150w halide from Ocean Aquatics. Now all I need is a Remora skimmer and I'm good to go.