100g equipment suggestions

reefer21 · Post by **reefer21** » Mon Dec 05, 2005 6:23 pm

I'm getting a new 100g (60x19x20) for Christmas and I was wondering what VHO fixture I could get for my new aquarium? I'm going to mount the fixture in a canopy. I probably should say that I want a light that is reliable in construction and does not have any problems that anyone can think of. Also, I'm looking for a good skimmer too, I can't make my mind up as to what skimmer to choose though?

Scott · Post by **Scott** » Mon Dec 05, 2005 9:11 pm

It all depends on what you want to keep. If softies and some LPS then you can get by with the 3 VHO's that an Icecap will fire. If you want to try some SPS, LPS and some softies maybe a 6 bulb VHO or T5 set up. Unless you want to use Metal halides. I believe that there are a few others making or selling ballast that look like IC's. THe URI ballast looks identical but it a different color.

There are probably dozens of skimmers that you can use. It all depends on what type you want.

reefer21 · Post by **reefer21** » Tue Dec 06, 2005 1:26 am

what about using this kit: http://www.hellolights.com/603lavhoreki.html
The only other question I have is if i get this, what bulbs should i get URI bulbs or Coralife bulbs? Is there anywhere else that sells the fixtures and bulbs cheaper?

Scott · Post by **Scott** » Tue Dec 06, 2005 2:34 pm

I have always used URI bulbs. I don't beleive the Coralife have an internal reflector.

That retro looks good. I am not sure if you can get one any cheaper.

Fishfood · Post by **Fishfood** » Tue Dec 06, 2005 3:08 pm

URI all the way.

reefer21 · Post by **reefer21** » Tue Dec 06, 2005 11:53 pm

Scott & Fishfood,
thanks for the help!