Tell me about SBreef lights and advise?

[DracoKat]

I am hearing a lot of suggestions to get SBreeflights. I don't want to shell the money unless I am confident it'll do the trick for me.

https://sbreeflights.com/sbox-reef-lights/4-sbox-pro-32-timer.html

I am looking at the SBox Pro 32 Timer.
I want a mixed tank with acros, clams and maybe nems.
Tank is 75 gal 48L x 18W x 21D


My questions:
1. Is it good as a stand-alone?
2. Should I keep my T5's and put the SBox behind it? (unsightly until I can build a canopy- thinking T5 would fill in any shadows- Coralife Lunar fixure)
3. Should I look into (2) 16" instead of (1) 32? (Cost wise, I'd prefer 32, but if (2) 16" is better, I'll cough the extra $100- I have a center brace on the tank)
4. Any suggestions for cheaper same quality or better light for the same price?

 

[The Rook]

I think the two fixtures would be certainly worth the money with a center brace.

 

[DracoKat]

thanks. I thought maybe the center brace may block some light.

I don't understand why it's so hard to find the right lights for me.. too many options out there!

how about 2 AI Primes?

 

[mcarroll]

I thought I weighed in with a more-complete answer on another thread, but now I don't see it....did I not hit the post button or am I missing it?

 

[mcarroll]

Primes are going to be good for about 12" of tank...so four to six would give solid coverage.

 

[reeferfoxx]

Check out the 48" Reef Breeder photon v2

Not my video, but a decent review.

 

[DracoKat]

I thought I weighed in with a more-complete answer on another thread, but now I don't see it....did I not hit the post button or am I missing it?

You did! And thank you. I replied to it I am still researching but I decided to see how I do with what I have. I am still researching beacuse I want to learn more and know how much I need to save if I decide to upgrade


awesome video!