just wondering if a 65w compact is too much for an octo?iit has 2daylight and 2 atinic bulbs

Probably a bit much. Are there seperate switches for just daylight or just actinic?

yes.i have them on timers.

I also have a strip light with two 40w bulbs.that might be better.

Strip light would be better but if you go with the CFs switch out the actinic to a daytime.

thanks again shippo,I'll put the strip light on tonight after the lights go out.