Is this the right lighting?
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Is this the right lighting?
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New to this forum and the hobby. I'm trying to set up a planted tank. I got an aquarium which already came with light fixtures. The guy at the store told me that these light could be used for plants as well. They are three bulbs for about a 50 Gallon aquarium. Will this light work for the plants? I've put in some java fern and swords since the last 1 week but I really can't tell if they are doing alright(I can't see any new growth). This is the image http://imgur.com/jdgGS
The tubes just say ATMAN 8000K 25W, SUPERLIGHT
New to this forum and the hobby. I'm trying to set up a planted tank. I got an aquarium which already came with light fixtures. The guy at the store told me that these light could be used for plants as well. They are three bulbs for about a 50 Gallon aquarium. Will this light work for the plants? I've put in some java fern and swords since the last 1 week but I really can't tell if they are doing alright(I can't see any new growth). This is the image http://imgur.com/jdgGS
The tubes just say ATMAN 8000K 25W, SUPERLIGHT
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
if you are planning to go with low light plants like swords and java fern then probably you won't have any problem with the current setup.
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
Height of tank is most crucial factor when we talk about lighting a tank. All other things are secondary. So please also mention the tank dimensions.
Another factor is your plants wish list? Anybody can suggest best light after knowing both the things.
Another factor is your plants wish list? Anybody can suggest best light after knowing both the things.
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
+1 with Rajivji
if it is going to be a low light setup then this light should do IMO
if it is going to be a low light setup then this light should do IMO
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
hardy plants anubias, java fern will be ok.
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
I want to make it a heavily planted tank. Wisteria, Anubias, tiger lotus, banana Lilly etc. the tank dimensions are.
Length- 31", breadth- 15.5", height- 15".
Also, does anybody know any place in gurgaon where I can get the lighting from?
Length- 31", breadth- 15.5", height- 15".
Also, does anybody know any place in gurgaon where I can get the lighting from?
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
Tank height is only 15 inch. Add some more light. 2 X 2footer T5 will be enough to grow plants successfully.koipondguy2 wrote:Length- 31", breadth- 15.5", height- 15".
Wait the response of local hobbyists of Gurgaon. Otherwise you can get any type of light from Bhagirat Place. It is not far from Gurgaon.koipondguy2 wrote:Also, does anybody know any place in gurgaon where I can get the lighting from?
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
Thank you. Does T5 have to be any specific Kelvin? The current one I have are 8000K . Is it right that the best works out to be around 6500K?
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Around 6500K lights are best for planted tanks.koipondguy2 wrote:Thank you. Does T5 have to be any specific Kelvin? The current one I have are 8000K . Is it right that the best works out to be around 6500K?
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Re: Is this the right lighting?
Apparantely, I can get Philips T5 bulbs in Gurgaon. This is their specification. The people at the shop also didn't know about how many Ks it was. What is your opinion? Thanks in advance.
Technical specifications
Color rendering index (CRI): 80
Dimmable: No
Fitting/Cap: G5
Lifetime: 15000 hour(s)
Light effect: Cool daylight
Light output: 2480 lumen
Shape: Linear fluorescent tube
Wattage: 28 W
Technical specifications
Color rendering index (CRI): 80
Dimmable: No
Fitting/Cap: G5
Lifetime: 15000 hour(s)
Light effect: Cool daylight
Light output: 2480 lumen
Shape: Linear fluorescent tube
Wattage: 28 W