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KathyC

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I have a solarmax pro H.O. T5 lighting with a glass hood. Just wondering if I should or shouldn't have the hood? Thanks

Can you clarify...are we talking about the shield on the light fixture or a glass cover on a tank??

If a fixture, yes it needs to have a shield on the fixture.
 

KathyC

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Tanks should not have glass covers on them as it greatly reduces the oxygen exchange.
They also tend to accumulate moisture on them which in turn reduces your lighting effectiveness..so all around they are a poor idea.

But they should have a net cover to stop your fish from carpet surfing! :fish:
 

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