Reef Tank 250
Aquarium Lighting – Metal Halide – Saltwater Reef – Effects and Precautions?
I’ve got a 24 gallon saltwater Reef Tank, and I just got in the mail my new 250 watt metal halide system (15,000k). Prior, I’ve been using a 120 watt compact fluorescent system. My question is what special precautions should I be mindful of as I install this new system:
- Heat?
- UV penetration effecting the health of the fish?
- Dangerous effects from the light on people (the light will be hanging from the ceiling and will be in a living room)?
- Any other concerns?
Thanks.
You’ll need to replace the bulbs quite often. Typically, every nine months to a year or so.
Heat is a HUGE issue. You’ll need to ensure good fans keep it cool. Monitor your water temp regularly because the lights will heat up the water (especially a 24 gallon tank). Noise will definitely get annoying. The fan motors can get quite loud if the tank’s in your living room.
Algae will also become a factor since the lights will definitely promote more growth.
Don’t forget that you are controlling the “sun” for the tank so you should consider putting it on a regular cycle so the fish and coral get used to a set schedule.
Water evaporation will happen quicker now, so your salinity levels should be closely monitored too.
Safety issue: I would refrain from running the light when you’re not home. Treat it like your dryer… typically its safe, but you never want to leave it unmonitored due to fire hazzards.
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