phisigs79
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i checked this eel and grouper out and they are very nice. someone with a nice tank should grab these quick!
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all the stuff is gone!
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Can someone give me some advise on a anenome for these two clowns and if any one has two for sale let me know.
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say i could get around the same price for VHO,PC's And MH. the wattage would also be 220w for the VHo, 260 for the pc, and 250 for the MH. Which on is the best for my money and setup i plan on having. As of now i dont plan on does SPF's or claims but for around the same price i think the halides are a better bet in case i change my mind but i want to know what everyone thinks
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Can some tell me what lighting would be better for a 55g tank. i am planning on having sof corals. I am looking at a 250w mh and a 260w pc.
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what is a acceptable phosephate level? calcium? alklinity?
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Heed the advice of the others here. Back off 400W, and disperse that wattage over a wider area of the tank. Full set or not. Go 175W or 250Ws on the 55. Will look much better and better for the inhabitants. Do it right the first time, and it will cause less "discussions" with the fiance' over time. Once you get involved with both, you can't get out what you put in!
Sell tank used = get half (of what you paid)
Divorce wife= get half
Six one, half dozen the other in my book. You are just joining the club when it comes to the sig other. WAMAS doubles as a junkie support group.
HAHA i like that!
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What full set was offered to you? You mentioned the woman would not allow you to go bigger... would this be the Signifigant Other? We might have tips on helping sway your way into a slighly larger tank.
Personally I would not buy a PC lighting hood. Then again I've stated that I'm not a real fan of PC's. I use PC's on one tank... but that is a custom built 7 gallon nano cube with 2 x 32W of PC's. I needed something short to fit in the hood was the decision maker there. I could of used a 70W MH bulb... but then heat would of been an issue. There is a ton to think about with lighting since it is very important to reefkeeping. If I were lighting a 55, I'd use 2x110W VHO's and 2x175W Metal Halides. IMO, you could probably have pretty good results with 4x110W VHO's.
What is the basis of your decisions in having a reef tank? Are you trying to do this on a limited budget? Personally, I wouldn't work from a tank as a basis. This hobby has many expensive areas. IMO, the tank is one of the least expensive. Aside from that, what type of livestock are you shooting for? Angels, tangs, lionfish, SPS, LPS, softies, amenones... bla bla bla.
As with many subjects, lighting is a very detailed subject that one could type pages about. It is also a subject with many varying yet viable opinions. No one here uses the same setup, but many of us are successful reef keepers. Using a 400W IMO on a 55 would just be a waste and too much light. For the record, the watts per gallon is not really a rule. There is a big difference in lighting charachteristics of VHO's, PC's, T5's and Metal Halides. It is not Apples and Apples.
it was a full setup for a 400w MH. I have money to spend but am on a budget when it comes to the tank because my fiance thinks that its a waste. I also thought about VHO's mayself. I found a 260w pc lighting for $85 that sounded like a great deal. i dont plan on doing and fancy as of yet thats why i wanted to go larger and get a 400w. i want some soft coals for now and then when i get better go into harder corals. let me know what you think i should do because i am trying to build a canopy and need to order these ligts to get my 55g running. Plus i agree with my fiance on a 55g right now since i live in a apt and space is tight. shoot its the biggest tank i have had. before that was my 29g tall freshwater chilid tank.
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does anyone know what damsel eggs look like or have a link for a picture? I think my damsel laid eggs. They look like really tiny tiny pebbles
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should i go with power compacts JEBO 220watt?
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Well, you asked a question and it's not the answer you wanted. That's OK because it causes conversation however,
If you ask 4 people you will get 5 different opinions, especially if you ask about a 55g as a choice for a reef tank.
The best thing for you to do might be to buy it, try it and then maybe sell it for pennies on the dollar. You'll learn, someone will get a good deal on a used lighting system, someone will make money selling you a new one better suited for a 55, or someone might even make money selling you a bigger tank to match your 400w light. This will collect taxes which might be used for new roads which in the long run will make it easier for us all to get to the LFS. :D
No offense intended whatsoever, your choice of a 55 demonstrates (at least to me) that you might be a newer keeper given the draw backs of a 55 as a reef.
Most 55s can't be drilled and they are not easy to aquascape or keep a good flow in if you have lot's of rock.
As far as the light goes, with a 400w bulb, you will need to be very careful of placement of corals and you better be able to keep excellent water quality or your hardness will drop and bleach your corals in a heartbeat.
Next conversation might about which skimmer you want verses what we think.
I actually am a new reefer and i tons of stuff to learn. i wanted to know why because alot of people keep telling me to do it but i wanted to know the draw backs. I didnt mean to downplay advise you have given me. I appreciate your help. i asked because i had a full set offered to me for $100 which i thought was a great deal. as for the tank the woman wont let me go bigger or i would of so i guess ill have to live with it. I had a 12g and i kept the water quality super but it was too much work to keep it that way so i went bigger. How many powerheads should i use to keep good circulation?
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i dont understand why its too much. The standard is 5 watts a gallon and im doing like 7.5 which is 2.5 watt more a gallon. Will this hurt the corals. I have heard of people saying 5watts is min.
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The light coverage from a Metal Halide is about a 2' square. So with a bulb in the middle, you will have roughly a foot on each end that is not getting much light. I think 400's would be overkill anyway. "Bigger" ballasts have larger power requirements, so yes a 400 is more expensive to run than a 250. If efficiency is a goal, you might also look into electronic ballasts over the probe or pulse start variety. Without going into a ton of detail, I would use 250's or 175's given the depth you are dealing with the 55.
Reefcentral has an electicity cost calculator. Fill in the price you pay per KWH, the power requirement(W) for your various equipment and it will spit out an answer.
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How do PC's relate vs MH?
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I have a 55g regular and was wondering if anyone could help me out. I am about to buy a 400w Metal Halide and was wondering if one right in the middle of the canopy will light the entire aquarium without having areas on the sides that aren't as bright. I also was wondering how much of a increase in electricity this would be a month on average and if i stepped in down to a 250w if the usage would change at all.
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I have actually done alot of reading and research about reefs. I have had a Nano Cube 12g for 5-6 months i would say and have excelent results. I had a accident about a two weeks ago when i tried to kill my hair algae and it shot my nitrites way up killing a coral i had that was doing really good. This caused me to get the 55g because i was tired of the fluctuations of water quality. I bought a 6 stage ro filter and i like it but it takes forever to get water but i deal with it. My water quality is great and i think my two damels just laid eggs. I still have all my stuff in the 12 g though because i am waiting to see if the 55g cycles because i had to mix up the sand to get rid of the waste that i inherited. Water quality is great right now after alot of work. I dont want to sound like i dont know anything about reefs but that i am still learning. The protein skimmer i have leaks so i was confused why it didnt work but i firgured out that i had it hooked up right. All i need is a light and i am ready to go. I have looked and found one that i am going to order unless i find one cheaper. I had alot of luck with my past frags growing rapidly and just need a few people to help me out with some things they can part with or dont want to further my learning.
Some people had asked a little about the tank i have. I have a 55g that i bought from a guy that had it setup for 4 years. The water quality is as follows:
PH:8.1
Amonia:0
Nitrite:.0
Nitrate:10 ppm
Alk:Norm
Spg:1.022-1.023
I am ordering a 400w metal halide next week unless someone has one for sale!I have a protein skimmer that needs some fixing (seal) and a 10g sump tank. A rio pump with two powerheads and a overflow box. I also have a 300w submersible heater, Two damsels that i believe laid eggs, a snails, a brittle starfish , a clown fish and 150 pounds or more of live rock that came with the tank.
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I recently started a 12g nano and got really into saltwater reefs. I just purchased a 55 gallon reef tank with 150 pounds of live rock and was wondering if anyone would help me out. I have like two frags but was wondering if anyone would be willing to help me start up my tank. I have a protein skimmer right now that i believe is broke. Tell you the truth i dont even know how they really work. And i am also looking for a nice light that i am willing to buy from someone. I was looking into a MH light. Thanks to all in advance. I can be reached at PhiSigs79@hotmail.com. I live in fairfax Va
Some people had asked a little about the tank i have. I have a 55g that i bought from a guy that had it setup for 4 years. The water quality is as follows:
PH:8.1
Amonia:0
Nitrite:.0
Nitrate:10 ppm
Alk:Norm
Spg:1.022-1.023
I am ordering a 400w metal halide next week unless someone has one for sale!I have a protein skimmer that needs some fixing (seal) and a 10g sump tank. A rio pump with two powerheads and a overflow box. I also have a 300w submersible heater, Two damsels that i believe laid eggs, a snails, a brittle starfish , a clown fish and 150 pounds or more of live rock that came with the tank.
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Well, for one I think you have some reading to do at the start of your adventure. Maybe "The Conscientious Marine Aquarist" by Fenner. Get reading on lighting and protein skimming. Both are pretty important. Get a handle on water quality first before you start adding too much. You'll regret rushing in to things later, and you can't bring back dead corals and fish.
Do you have or have you considered a reverse osmosis / deinoization system for adding top-off water and for new saltwater mixes? If not, you'll want to. They can be had for as little as 100 bucks on ebay.
When you feel comfortable about your water parameters (and are able to say something like "Hey guys, my water parameters have been steady for a week as follows: " and then list the *interesting* factors), I think you'll easily be able to find donations or at the very least good deals.
I have actually done alot of reading and research about reefs. I have had a Nano Cube 12g for 5-6 months i would say and have excelent results. I had a accident about a two weeks ago when i tried to kill my hair algae and it shot my nitrites way up killing a coral i had that was doing really good. This caused me to get the 55g because i was tired of the fluctuations of water quality. I bought a 6 stage ro filter and i like it but it takes forever to get water but i deal with it. My water quality is great and i think my two damels just laid eggs. I still have all my stuff in the 12 g though because i am waiting to see if the 55g cycles because i had to mix up the sand to get rid of the waste that i inherited. Water quality is great right now after alot of work. I dont want to sound like i dont know anything about reefs but that i am still learning. The protein skimmer i have leaks so i was confused why it didnt work but i firgured out that i had it hooked up right. All i need is a light and i am ready to go. I have looked and found one that i am going to order unless i find one cheaper. I had alot of luck with my past frags growing rapidly and just need a few people to help me out with some things they can part with or dont want to further my learning.
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I have two striped damels and i need help to identify if they laid eggs. One is bright while the other is a draker bluish green color so believe they are male and female. I see like egg like objects that look like little stones and want to know if they are eggs. One of the damels is making clicking noises and very territorial. does anyone have a clue what the eggs look like?
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I recently started a 12g nano and got really into saltwater reefs. I just purchased a 55 gallon reef tank with 150 pounds of live rock and was wondering if anyone would help me out. I have like two frags but was wondering if anyone would be willing to help me start up my tank. I have a protein skimmer right now that i believe is broke. Tell you the truth i dont even know how they really work. And i am also looking for a nice light that i am willing to buy from someone. I was looking into a MH light. Thanks to all in advance. I can be reached at PhiSigs79@hotmail.com. I live in fairfax Va
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I recently started a 12g nano and got really into saltwater reefs. I just purchased a 55 gallon reef tank with 150 pounds of live rock and was wondering if anyone would help me out. I have like two frags but was wondering if anyone would be willing to help me start up my tank. I have a protein skimmer right now that i believe is broke. Tell you the truth i dont even know how they really work. And i am also looking for a nice light that i am willing to buy from someone. I was looking into a MH light. Thanks to all in advance. I can be reached at PhiSigs79@hotmail.com. I live in fairfax Va
Power Compact DIY Question
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I am wondering if anyone uses Power Compact dry sockets in their hood. I am building my hood and i dont know if drysockets will be ok with some moisture. My nano cube has the dry sockets and i havent seen a problem but i wanted to get some feedback for you all. thanks in advance!