Reef lighting question

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Hi all, im just about to set up my first ever reef tank (cycling) after being into fresh water for almost 6 years. My question is would this light be enough for my 20g tank (88 litres) to provide enough growth for corals.

One metal halide t5 with x3 14w bulbs (2 white and one blue) x3 6500k

And one hang on t5 36w 10000k

Any help appreciated, thanks.
 
What brand bulbs? How new are they? What size metal halide? It looks like you have 120 watts plus the halide so at least 5 watts/gallon. This should be enough for most Coral in that size tank.
 
Not sure on the brand mate. The unit is called boyu and its about 6 months old. Its about 25 inch halide im just looking at soft corals at the moment.
 

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