sump lighting

[sbazain]

if your not keeping micro algae just stones for beneficial bacteria do you need a sump light

 

[fluked]

if your not keeping micro algae just stones for beneficial bacteria do you need a sump light

Nope, light only for growing macro.

 

[NigelRichardson]

No - I have lights in my sump purely to make inspection / maintenance easier - especially since the inside of my cabinet is really dark... If you can see all the components of your sump without the need for a light, save yourself the money !

 

[ichthyogeek]

Nah, the light would only serve to fuel algal growth in the sump...which, when it's not a beneficial macroalgae, is a very scary thought.

 

[fluked]

No - I have lights in my sump purely to make inspection / maintenance easier - especially since the inside of my cabinet is really dark... If you can see all the components of your sump without the need for a light, save yourself the money !

I used this before I set up my refugium. This is from Bunnings in Aus, I'm sure other places have a similar product. Its just a stick on strip and battery operated.

 

[sbazain]

thanks guys one more question how about copepods