Yourmedic Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 As I continue to buff my new tank and order things like crazy, as well as pick up some great help from here on the forum, I begin to check my list of all things needed to ensure my first coral tank will be successful. I'm still deciding on what lighting to go with, but as I do, a question comes to mind. Should I get something to measure my PAR? Is that something I should be doing, or is it more, start your lights on low, and slowly come up each week until your coral seem happy? The plan is to have ups, ops, and softies galore!! Any and all input is appreciated!! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexinverts Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I have one. It is most useful when moving corals to different parts of your tank, and moving corals in from other tanks. I use it about once or twice per month. It is really handy when I need to know when it is time to replace my T5 bulbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesmiles902 Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 It wouldn't hurt to sign up for the club par meter: http://www.pnwmas.org/topic/36667-quantum-par-meter-muli-test-meter-booking-thread/ It saves money if you aren't going to use a par meter very often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Douglas Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 What miles said, borrowing a par meter is best. Like anything, you're only guessing if your not measuring. If your running LEDs, most light seem to be designed for ~50% power at 12 inches for a mixed reef. Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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