Recent content by loach boy

thanks for the links - some useful reading there. I currently have 90w reflected. I think if I upgrade to 116w reflected with a 2x58w (5') ballast I'll be nearer where I need to be (26w doesn't sound a lot but its a 29% increase on current lighting). Other alternative of going for 3x58w but...

originally posted in newbie area but as I've had no responses I though it may be better here. Apologies if not - I'm new to this forum stuff. can someone tell me how to work out my tank capacity? I know to multiply lengthxwidthxheight but do I use the physical tank dimensions (internal or...

hi all can someone tell me how to work out my tank capacity? I know to multiply lengthxwidthxheight but do I use the physical tank dimensions (internal or external) or the volume of water (allowing for unfilled portion at top/substrate etc without getting too concerned over various...

thanks for the responses guys. i think i'll probably upgrade my tubes to something else (any recommendations on on tubes or combos?)- thought life-glo's were a rated tube. I've measured up and reckon if i remove the reflectors from the 2 existing tubes I can fit 4 in instead. Would this be...

yes - I already have a pressurised co2 setup and understand requirements re ferts etc. Some of the energy saver bulbs I've seen are rated at 6400k, similar to the lifeglo's i currently have (6700k). I assume this means they will peak at the same parts of the spectrum but don't really...

Hi everyone - I'm new to the sight and this may have been asked before so apologies in advance. My tank is currently lit with standard flourescent tubes and I've been thinking about alternatives in order to start growing plants under high lighting (at present I have approx 1.25wpg but want to...