3 x 175W MH or 3 x 250W MH - what should I do?

[EmilyB]

I'm going with two.

But in my case I want areas of lower light. I've got two 175w over there now in a four foot fixture, (to be replaced by 2 400w ) and I really like the look, there is certainly no noticable darkness.

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by IslandReefer

Just to explore the number of MH lights per foot of tank. Does anyone (Steve?) think 2x DE HQI (eg 250W in 24 or 30in water)with parallel reflectors could cover 6ft. With some FLO actinic suppliment?
Think the ends would be dark?
just 2 cents

no, DE's are good for 2x2 max, if you were using SE you could streach it out but not with DE's.


Steve