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Jefft72 · 08-30-2012, 08:39 AM

I think the biocubes are nice for what they are. It gives you an all in one solution, but I think generally when you try to make something convenient and all in one you typically compromise in one or more aspects.

A reef tank typically has a sump system that adds volume to the system and hides equipment (skimmer, heater, return pump, etc) under the stand.

The lighting provided by the biocube could be sufficient depending on what you expect to keep (with respect to corals). The CF lighting will support most soft corals and perhaps some LPS, but your colors might suffer.

Like I said, if you want to keep a softy tank with a few fish and inverts then the 30 biocube should keep you happy. Be careful not to scratch the acrylic and you can have a great looking system.

08-30-2012, 08:39 AM	#1005
Jefft72 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2011 First Name: Jeff Location: League City, TX Posts: 219 Trading: (2)	Re: The Official Asylum Reef Tank Thread I think the biocubes are nice for what they are. It gives you an all in one solution, but I think generally when you try to make something convenient and all in one you typically compromise in one or more aspects. A reef tank typically has a sump system that adds volume to the system and hides equipment (skimmer, heater, return pump, etc) under the stand. The lighting provided by the biocube could be sufficient depending on what you expect to keep (with respect to corals). The CF lighting will support most soft corals and perhaps some LPS, but your colors might suffer. Like I said, if you want to keep a softy tank with a few fish and inverts then the 30 biocube should keep you happy. Be careful not to scratch the acrylic and you can have a great looking system.