Run UV while cycling?

[Joeballz]

Im new with reef tanks. Should i run my UV while cycling the tank or wait a while before i run it.

 

[Domboski]

No need to run a UV while cycling

 

[Joeballz]

i figured that i suppose ill unplug it

 

[Dre]

It's not necessary at this time hopefully you might not need it at all but it's good that you have one just in case.

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

The purpose of the cycle is to build up bacteria. The UV will work against you by killing it. Don't use it yet.