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12-29-2005, 11:20 AM
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New in Town
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: ohio, usa
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t5 lighting
i am thinking of going with t5 lighting.
is this really better than power compact???? MH is a bit pricy right now my choices range from 2x39 to 8x39...how much is enuf?$$$!!!??? i want soft and lps, and a few fish (workers) tank is 50 gal 36x18widex19tall suggestions commments? thanks |
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12-29-2005, 02:09 PM
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Tenant
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: sanford ME
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i beleve you want 3 to 5 watts per gallon. i know you can get a 250 de mh with 2/4 atinicks for around $300
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12-29-2005, 02:15 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Bardstown, KY
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Hi bake420,
 Watts per gallon is a poor measurement of light intensity. Adding 10-40w flourescent bulbs is not the same as a 400w Metal Halide bulb, even though both are 400 watts.  I would try to get 4-5 bulbs over your tank. |
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12-29-2005, 03:24 PM
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Just Moved In
Join Date: Dec 2004
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With a GOOD reflector you can get by with 4 bulbs, do a little research you'll be surprised at the efficiency of the T-5.
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01-07-2006, 08:20 PM
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Just Moved In
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: NYC
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T5s with reflectors are almost as bright as 250 MH, and you'll get better coverage if you have a 4ft long tank.
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