60 gallon hex lighting options

[SoloSuperman]

Hi all,

Getting back into the hobby after a few year hiatus. I’m getting a 60gal hex tank soon. My plan is to populate with different mushrooms, zoas, and an octopus. What kind of lighting would be recommended on a hex tank that is 3 ft deep? Looking for something with clustered lights so it fits over the tank nicely. Recommendations appreciated!

 

[Rakie]

What are the total dimensions?

At 3' deep the best option will be LED's. If the tank is narrow enough, a single Radion XR15 might absolutely kill for that setup. Otherwise, I would suggest no less than an AI Hydra 26, or a Kessil 360x.

 

[SoloSuperman]

I don’t know the width as I’m picking it up Saturday. But a quick search of standard hex size shows LxWxH as 27.25” x 24.125” x 29.5”. Seems like an odd sizing but I’m sure it’s close.

 

[SoloSuperman]

Additionally, XR15 was my initial thought as I definitely want to do LED. Are they programmable for low or just blue lighting? I don’t want too much overkill for an octopus, which is why I’m leaning towards mushrooms for the most part.

 

[Rakie]

Yes they are programmable for all blue lighting. Most people will tell you to use the AB+ program, which is very blue and will suit you fine.

27" is a little large for a single puck, but 30" height means that light will be bouncing all the way down off the glass. And for softies, should be fine.