Message: 9
Date: Sun, 27 Feb 2005 06:02:44 -0800
From: wcwirla at verizon_net
Subject: [APD] Re: Open Tanks and CF Lighting
To: aquatic-plants at actwin_com
I have this exact configuration - the AH Supply 1x55 kit over a 29
galo. The fixture is mounted to a shop made hood with a hinged lid.
The light fixture is 2-3 inches above the surface of the water. I used
to have 4x20 watt normal fluorescent in the same configuration. No
problems so far. The manufacturer recommends that a cover glass be
used. Opinions went 50/50 when I posed the cover glass question on
several forums. My only concern would be light intensity loss at 11
inches above the surface.