I have a 24" planted tank. Should I get this size 18"-24" or the next size, 24"-36"? Thanks!
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I would get one that covers the top of the aquarium without the extensions although the smaller size would probably work if you need to save the extra cost. You will get better coverage using the large size. This light is very bright. You need to adjust the time it is on to make sure you don't develop a lot of algae growth but it is great at promoting live plant growth. The only thing I don't like about it is the timer resets if you have a power failure. It works very well but having to re-adjust it any time the power goes off or if you unplug it during cleaning is kind of a nuisance.
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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.
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24 - 36 will fill the tank nicely. 18-24 will leave darker ends. I used this for about 1 hour and realized it's way too bright. Bought the Current brand instead. It's adjustable in brightness and color. My plants are doing just fine. So glad I made the switch.
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The unit is exactly 24" in length with extenders on both sides that will extend the total out 26". I have a 48" wide 60 gal tank with a bar at the top in the center so I use 2 of the 24" units. I tried a 48" unit first but the center bar wouldn't allow the unit to sit securely. The units come with a single led bulb, but will house 3. You will want at least 2 bulbs per unit. In spite of the expense, I now have 3 bulbs per unit. Beware of knocking them into the tank! I managed to ruin one of the units by doing so! Best of luck!
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The 36 would probably leave areas at the edges of the tank with decreased light. I would say the 48 would be better light wise. Also the legs of the light fit on the edge of the tank, thus the 36 would not fit where the 48 would fit.
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Aloha Mike I got the 24" one. i like it better because it wraps more and gives me personally better support. Hope this helps. God bless and have a God day!Kani'ala
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The lengths (24"-36" for example) are as follows: the light fixture itself is 24" long, the supports for the light will stretch out to 36" allowing the fixture to be used on a wider aquarium. I have the 36"-48" fixture on an aquarium that is 48" long, and as a result I have areas in the tank where light intensity is less that it is in the middle and it is causing plants on the edge I the aquarium to get insufficient light. I would suggest you get a fixture in which the smaller length (24" on a 24"-36") matches the width if your tank. That is unless you want some darker areas in your aquarium. The lengths (24"-36" for example) are as follows: the light fixture itself is 24" long, the supports for the light will stretch out to 36" allowing the fixture to be used on a wider aquarium. I have the 36"-48" fixture on an aquarium that is 48" long, and as a result I have areas in the tank where light intensity is less that it is in the middle and it is causing plants on the edge I the aquarium to get insufficient light. I would suggest you get a fixture in which the smaller length (24" on a 24"-36") matches the width if your tank. That is... » Read More The lengths (24"-36" for example) are as follows: the light fixture itself is 24" long, the supports for the light will stretch out to 36" allowing the fixture to be used on a wider aquarium. I have the 36"-48" fixture on an aquarium that is 48" long, and as a result I have areas in the tank where light intensity is less that it is in the middle and it is causing plants on the edge I the aquarium to get insufficient light. I would suggest you get a fixture in which the smaller length (24" on a 24"-36") matches the width if your tank. That is unless you want some darker areas in your aquarium. « Show Less
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honestly the light is great but not for a planted tank. If you decide to go with this, you will probably need 2. one on each side of the middle brace. I dont know what the dimensions are on each side so just measure that out and go with the closest size available to cover each side from left to right. (I think two 36") My recommendations for a planted tank would be to go with the Finnex FugeRay Planted+ http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GH9HSC6/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I have a 37 planted tank and it works great. It is a deep tank and everything both short and tall grows fantastically. Again, with this I would go with two separate lights to cover your tank.
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you have to measure the top of your tank - it sits on the edge from side to side. The 24" will have fewer lights than a longer one. I have three 48" lights on my 90 gal tank that is 48" wide, 18" from front to back and 36" deep.
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You want full coverage of your tank. The minimum sizes of the fixtures are the actual length of the light bar, and then there are legs that pull out to extend to fit onto larger tanks. If you tank is 24" wide, you definitely want the 24" fixture, else you'll have a light that only lights up the middle, with 3" of unlit area to each side.
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I have the 24" light on a 29 gal tank which is also 30" long. It sits on my glass versa top on legs about an inch tall. Provides great light - enough to grow plants and lots if algae. The moonlights are neat ! I think you can use the 24" and save some money unless you need the 30" light to rest on the sides of the tank. The LED lights are the best !
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Hi. I am not sure. I think it would depend on the depth of your tank, from,what I have read.My tank is 24 inches tall, and it works well, but I am also using Flourish Excel for my plants, at the recommendation of my local pet store .I like the the light, it switches from led white to blue automatically, and is easily overridden as other people have noted.So, I can't tell you if it is ok for your tank, it would depend on your plants, but mostly the depth of your tank, due to physics that I can barely recall. There are are online sites you can access for help with the math.I think it mostly depends on the depth of your tank.I do like this light, but, can't give you specific advice. Have fun!!!! If you look Hi. I am not sure. I think it would depend on the depth of your tank, from,what I have read.My tank is 24 inches tall, and it works well, but I am also using Flourish Excel for my plants, at the recommendation of my local pet store .I like the the light, it switches from led white to blue automatically, and is easily overridden as other people have noted.So, I can't tell you if it is ok for your tank, it would depend on your plants, but mostly the depth of your tank, due to physics that I can barely recall. There are are online sites you can access for help with the... » Read More Hi. I am not sure. I think it would depend on the depth of your tank, from,what I have read.My tank is 24 inches tall, and it works well, but I am also using Flourish Excel for my plants, at the recommendation of my local pet store .I like the the light, it switches from led white to blue automatically, and is easily overridden as other people have noted.So, I can't tell you if it is ok for your tank, it would depend on your plants, but mostly the depth of your tank, due to physics that I can barely recall. There are are online sites you can access for help with the math.I think it mostly depends on the depth of your tank.I do like this light, but, can't give you specific advice. Have fun!!!! If you look « Show Less
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Hey Amber,My Tank is 24" X 12", and this product is 23" X 11.5" , So it just fit on top with the help of 6 Glass Cover Clip Support , the support pieces you may have to buy separate if you don't have. I'm buying the same product 2nd time, the first one slipped from hand and broken. But I wish if the dimension 23.5" X 11.5 it would have been great fit.
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The 24x12 fits my 20 gallon tank, just measure the top of your tank and go by that.
1125825
All 24 are the same size. They are for a small plant.... I had to tear some of my air plants apart to get them into the terrarium. I bought a small ornament tree and they are hanging on the tree. I got larger ones (12) that work perfectly on a wine bottle tree
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I only have a 29 gallon and my tank is loving the lights. My personal opinion is that it would be better to run two with a 60 gallon. Current is great though. You will love it!
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Check the size specifications. There are some that can fit 36" fish tanks. The one I aquired was under the specification of 48" - 60". But checking amazon web site there are models that fit 36" - 48".
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Hello Shannon, I do not know the dimensions of your 12 gallon. I urge you to look at the lights from Finnex. They are much brighter. The Hagen Fluval is not very good due its poor method of attaching the light to the tank. Get the Finnex fuge ray Planted plus. I have 4 of them and all of various sizes. Hope I could help.
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I bought the 24" for my 30 gal tank. It said 24"-36" I believe. The light was 24" and the legs extended out the sides so it would fit up to 36". Great light but if you have a 77" tank I doubt that 48" will work for you.