New lights, what is safe for SPS

[RuGlu6]

looks like i have to do a lot of programming on that timer lol.
with an eggcrate option how many layers do think i need? 3? i only have 3" inch of space between the light fixture and the tank rim. it might get hot.

[Delphinus]

I think 3 layers of eggcrate would be plenty. Maybe even 2? Hard to say. When the light is on you should be able to make the call if you need more or not. Can you add a tiny little fan into the hood, even temporarily, to help with the heat? That might be something to watch out for as well.

[Lance]

Another option, (if available to you), is to hang the fixture higher, than lower it slowly to the final height. Worked very well for me.

[RuGlu6]

Originally Posted by Lance

Another option, (if available to you), is to hang the fixture higher, than lower it slowly to the final height. Worked very well for me.

wife says no ceiling drilling lol.

[Lance]

Originally Posted by RuGlu6

wife says no ceiling drilling lol.

Yeah, wives always get the first and last words.