Help me please is this light setting good

Mr marine · Apr 29, 2020

I have a reef tank with a lot of Corals getting a lot of mixed messages about where the lighting how long and strong they should be set at i’ve attached photos is currently set at and has been for two months

Many thanks

lpsouth1978 · Apr 29, 2020

There really is no right or wrong answer here. If you like the look and your corals seem happy after 2 months, then you are fine with the settings you have. I would not change anything if things are doing well. If you really want to know, you would need to purchase, borrow, or rent a PAR meter and set your lights based on your findings.

Ron Reefman · Apr 29, 2020

I think your power levels look OK and the length of the photo period looks OK as well.
PAR meter readings are what you need to fine tune things if you really feel the need.

But what's with the video of a walk along the sidewalk?

Auquanut · Apr 29, 2020

Your corals sure look happy. If you're happy with the look and you're seeing growth, I wouldn't change a thing.
Beautiful tank by the way!

mcshams · Apr 29, 2020

Could you take the glare off the Corona girl by chance? I think that might make a skosh improvement

On a serious note, A. Do you like it (it looks good to me) B. Do the corals respond well (grow, stay healthy). If you answer yes to both A and B... it's awesome.