halagen work lights

[Rmb0513]

I have read and read (pretty sure every page on ATS over the past 2 months) to the point I couldn't for sure if I read of anyone using 150w or 300w portable work lights, so I'm posting the question to find out if they will work for an ATS?
Thanks for your replies
Randy

[kerry]

They make to much heat for one and use up a ton of energy and the spectrum is not quit right. I am sure you would get some kind of growth but I dont see it being feasible or efficient in any way.

[SantaMonica]

The only portable work lights you would want are CFL or LED.

[Rmb0513]

Thanks for the reply
I'm still unsure as I am just starting to build it is there something on the package that I should look for to help narrow it down?

[Rmb0513]

Sorry forgot to add I'm not even sure on the size I need as my tank is not set up yet
I'm going with a 55 gal fowlr haven't even made up my mind on a stocking list so don't know how big I need
My box for it is 17x17" so I can make my screen larger if the need arises, I was thinking of starting with 6 x6 screen with a 600 GPm pump

[SantaMonica]

6 X 6" is a good start since it will allow a small spotlight on each side. Or a little taller, so you can use a droplight like these:

http://www.bulbamerica.com/silver-e691-red-metal-drop-light-25-cord.html

And here are some LED spotlight options:

http://algaescrubber.net/forums/showthread.php?2884-red-blue-led-grow-bulb

[kerry]

I like the 6x6 on my 40G, it keeps up with no issues at all and about 1.5" is in the water so it not using all of it either.