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odoprelude
06/26/2003, 02:19 PM
I am needing to find or construct a canopy for my 55 gallon reef tank. I have a 400w Iwaski and two 55w PC's that I'll need to mount in there. How far off the water should the mh be? Does anyone have any plans that would work for these or know where I can find some for a canopy that would fit the bill? Thanks! Any insight would help.

Coop24n9
06/26/2003, 02:40 PM
no insight here, but i am going to be doing the same pretty soon. wondering if you get any plans, please foward them to me.
Coop24n9@aol.com
thanks

kevin gu3
06/27/2003, 11:21 AM
My MH bulb is probably 6 inches from the water. The closer you put it, the hotter your water gets and the more your bulb is at risk.

odoprelude
06/27/2003, 06:24 PM
is your MH a 400w? six inches, that would make most store-bought canopies usable, is that correct? I do appreciate your help.

kevin gu3
06/30/2003, 06:24 AM
Yes, its a 400 w.