recommended lighting for tiny tank

[ym9854]

I'm thinking of setting up a little 2.5 or 5.5 gal tank. Not looking to really get into it, big. Just want it to be a tank of maybe shrimp and a few softies (zoas/palys). What would you recommend for lighting on such a small tank? The 2.5 is 12" and the 5.5 is 16" in length.

 

[Bill Nye]

I'm thinking of setting up a little 2.5 or 5.5 gal tank. Not looking to really get into it, big. Just want it to be a tank of maybe shrimp and a few softies (zoas/palys). What would you recommend for lighting on such a small tank? The 2.5 is 12" and the 5.5 is 16" in length.

I currently have a 5.5 g. I use a 70 watt MH hung 8 inches over my tank, but I plan on keeping sps once it matures a little. If I were you I would probably look for a current USA dual pc fixture. Another option would be the new 18 inch T5 fixtures. Im not sure on the policy about naming websites that arent sponsers, but if you PM me I'll let you know.

 

[B.rian]

t5 fixture would be good. they don't produce a lot of heat. LED fixture if you have the $.

 

[DoctaQ]

get the 5.5, get a 16 inch dual pc fixture

retrofit in a year when the bulbs burn out

 

[ym9854]

thanks. i'll hafta research these options and look around. i was leaning more towards the 5.5