Lighting for 110 tall

[condiman]

I have got my plumbing figured out but now I just have to figure out my lighting I was thinking of 2-250 watt with dual VHO for acintic I am planning on keeping corals mainly from the South Pacific Figi area. My question is do you all think this is enough light or should I go for more.

[mtfatwork]

what are the dimensions of the tank? What type of corals are you going to keep.

[condiman]

I believe the dimentions are 5 ft long and 30 inches tall. I plan on keeping some sps and LPS with softies at the bottom.

[mtfatwork]

you should be ok as long as you keep the sps up at the top.

[condiman]

That is what I was thinking I was also wondering about HQI would I be able to still use 250 watt if I went that rout

[schneijt]

Yes. HQI lighting is a bit better per watt than mogul-base bulbs. Also, as a fringe benefit, it adds a "shimmering waves" effect to the water, which is gorgeous. I've got a 175w 15k mogul bulb on my 20gal and a 150w 14k HQI on my 75, and both are great. However, I'd say the 150w HQI puts out a bit more light and looks better (because of the shimmering effect it has on the water). You'll pay more for HQI, but I think it's worth it for the cool effects it gives the water and the slightly better light output.

-Joe