My tank is 24 inches long. I want the light strip to physically extend all the way across the top of the tank . Do I need 18-24 or 24-36 inches? TY
318438
Well, I know the 18 to 24 will be to small for that....so I would do the 24 to 36 but I'm not sure how long the light itself is.
318439
I can make an educated guess. my tank is 20". But the extra length is 4", but not much more. So measure carefully.
318440
Navops, since the 18-24 is 21.4 x 7.4 x 3.5 inches, it should fit. the 24/36 is way too big(27.4 x 7.4 x 3.5 inches).
1751192
For a 24 inch long 20 gallon tank I would recommend the 18 to 24 inch light.
77192
I use to used 2 of these for low light plants on my standard tetra "55" g tank (its actually more like 48g and mis-sold as 55.. but I digress) the 24"-36", it has 4 rows of lights that only cover about 17.5" in the center of that 24" space, the 36" is just max leg extension. I removed one leg from each light and put the de-legged side on the center brace (I put a 1" bar on top of the brace to keep lights level), pushing the 2 lights together they fit snugly on top. It worked well for low light aquarium plants like anubias , java fern, vals, mosses, and marimo. However if you want medium light plants I'd strongly advise a different brand made for plant growth.. or just get 6500kelvnin cfls bulbs and clamp on lamps (3-4x) if you don't mind the look of them. I've upgraded to a 2 bulb 6500k t5 light over my "55"g now.
1097715
That is completely up to you. If you are planning on getting a longer tank, I would go with the 24-36". Also, with the 18-24", you will have 3" on both sides of the tank that will rely on light refraction and light angle to get light. In my personal opinion, get the 24-36". This way the tank will get the most light and help the plants.
1253472
My tank is 17" tall, and the light is so strong I only use it at 65%. I think you would be fine with one at 80-100%
1159228
Depends on how wide your tank is. The light will only expand to reach over 60". However the light itself is only 48" wide. I do have the same light over my corals and they seem to love it. I definitely love and recomend the light
443083
I would say yes if your tank is not longer than the length of the light. The light has "feet" that can slide in and out to adjust for your tanks width and hold the light above the tanks top. I am very happy with my light.
2043609
My 24 inch long is exactly 24 inch , I have a 55 gallon corner aquarium and it looks incredible, I do run 3 bulbs in it , the blue colored light for it is great and the night time light is perfect for fish , I would get 48 inch if it fits on your glass . 2 24 's would not look neat to me on top
681382
this light is 36 inches long its on my 40 gallon breeder tank. im not sure if it will fit your tank of not.
1740492
I have a 55 gallon 25" deep and have had the light for over a year I think and the plants are flourishing. Great light as far as I'm concerned. The light itself is 48" the legs can extend out, but the edges of your tank will be dark if the tank is more than 48" long.
817337
I have 1 unit on my tank which is 3' wide x 2' deep x 2' high. one light is fine; the edges fall of a just a bit but for a 6' tank should be good with 2 lights. I have it set to only to 65% at the highest as the light is brighter than my old T5's.
250549
I am not sure how much light you need. I am using mine in a 4'x2'x2' for my panther chameleon but I am only about 12inches away. I think even though your tank is smaller since you have a bigger distance you would be okay. I love this light and do recommend it.
1370460
I measure 1 3/8 inches from the top of my tank edge to the top of the fixture. Be aware that the wire feet of the fixture hang outside the top edge of the tank, so there may be interference with your canopy at those points.
1925100
Yea i have a 55 gallon thats 36" as well. Its actually fits really well. I have it about 30" above my tank so its covering it from end to end. Powerful light for sure.
1186797
With the legs fully extended it adds about 2 more inches. But the legs are adjustable you can adjust them to fit your tank. This light is for any aquariums that are 48 inches long. Hope this answers your question, any more questions just ask.
705706
This would really depend on the type of tank you are planning. For a Fish Only style tank, two of the Pro LED Strips would give decent light coverage. For "low" light requiring corals you would want at least 4 strips. One power supply (sold separately) can run two of the 36"L strips with a splitter cable (sold separately).
692795
This item is just the fluorescent strip light, it is not a "full hood" item. Ideally it need to be placed over the top of a glass canopy that covers the aquarium. It is not designed to sit over open top aquariums. The strip light will actually rest on the top of the trim and extend about 1/4" beyond the edge. If you need a full hood with the light, see item B0002AS5BY