How many watts of light do I need for a 55 gallon tank?

A good basic rule to follow is to provide 1 to 2 watts of lighting per gallon for fish-only aquariums, 2 to 5 watts per gallon for freshwater planted aquariums, and 4 to 8 watts per gallon for reef aquariums.

How many watts is 55 gallons?

For a bearded dragon in a 55-gallon tank, we recommend a 150-watt bulb. Be sure to adjust the height of the bulb according to the temperature needed in your tank.

How many watts does a planted tank need?

That all depends upon which plants you have chosen for your aquarium. If you have chosen nothing but “Easy” plants, 10-20 lumen (0.25 to 0.5 watts) per litre is adequate. For “Medium” plants, we recommend 20-40 lumen (0.5 to 1 watts) per litre, while “Advanced” plants require more than 40 lumens (1 watt) per litre.

What size light do I need for a 55 gallon fish tank?

48 inch
A 48 inch aquarium light is perfect for a 55 gallon fish tank, which is usually 48 inches in length. When choosing a lighting system for your fish tank, make sure you duplicate the natural conditions of your fish.