Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting Review-Should You Buy it?

It is a no brainer that Metal Halide Aquarium Lights are considered to be the brightest among all lights for aquariums.

Metal Halide Lighting Apparatus are either single or double ended (HQI) bulbs. This technology made the lightning effect really that bright. It also creates a glittering effect of sunlight which makes perfect combination for light loving coral like acropora and millepora. It is also greate for some invertebrates and aquatic plants. This effect makes the marine tank very pleasing to the eyes.

Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting fixtures are usually hot and should be used at a distance from the water's surface or glass. You don't want the temperature of the tank be affected with it's hot effect. But these fixtures often come with fans and/or even chillers depending on the aquarium. It includes actinic and/or lunar lighting so that aquatic pets will survive.

So, if you are thinking to buy a these kinds of lighting, you should consider the following: Aquarium depth, size of aquarium, aquatic pets/corals you may have. With these factors, you would know if you will buy these great lighting apparatus.