Lightings Recommendations

[Marlin]

Hi Marine aquarist,

- I have ordered a 3 x 2 x 2 (10mm) tank, may I know what are the lights (Daylight and UV)combinations I should put over this tank ?

Many Thanks
Marlin

[Spiff]

it depends on wat u wanna keep. fish only? fish n soft corals?

[Marlin]

Hi Spiff,

- It will be not complete without the 2 I will be keeping both fish and corals.

Thanks
Marlin

[Tanzy]

Marlin,
What type of corals do you have in mind? Do you have a chiller or is your tank in a aircon room? Budget?
I'll recommend PL or PC lighting instead of Normal Flourescent because of your tank size. PL/PC are more compact then FL so you can get more watts over your tank using PL.
Also, lighting generates a lot of heat, so watch the thermometer. Make sure you have adequate ventilation or cooling for your lamps.
I won't recommend metal halides above 175w for use in Singapore tanks without chillers or adequate cooling.