Lunar Jetman
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- 23 Jul 2012
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I have a query regarding lighting that I’d appreciate some advice on.
I currently have a tank that measures 120cm long, 40cm wide and 60cm deep, with a capacity of 288 litres. About 3-4 months ago I started using CO2 via the JBL M602 and dosing with plant fertilisers from Aquarium Plant Food UK via their dry salts starter kit, using their recommended mix.
I’ve always kept plants but this is the first time I’ve gone above low tech with ferts and CO2. I’ve relied on readings on here and manufacturers advice so far but apart from some Giant Vallis that is nearly a metre in length, the rest of the plants I have seem to struggle. I think its due to lighting to be honest.
I only have the tubes that came with the tank, A Rena Classic. It has two T8 tubes and they produce approximately 40w each, making 80w in total which I’m pretty sure isn’t enough even for a low light tank but I welcome your views.
I currently have a tank that measures 120cm long, 40cm wide and 60cm deep, with a capacity of 288 litres. About 3-4 months ago I started using CO2 via the JBL M602 and dosing with plant fertilisers from Aquarium Plant Food UK via their dry salts starter kit, using their recommended mix.
I’ve always kept plants but this is the first time I’ve gone above low tech with ferts and CO2. I’ve relied on readings on here and manufacturers advice so far but apart from some Giant Vallis that is nearly a metre in length, the rest of the plants I have seem to struggle. I think its due to lighting to be honest.
I only have the tubes that came with the tank, A Rena Classic. It has two T8 tubes and they produce approximately 40w each, making 80w in total which I’m pretty sure isn’t enough even for a low light tank but I welcome your views.