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    Looking at a new light and wanted some opinions

    First off I'm a new to the hobby so be nice. I have a 90g tank and I have been looking for a new lighting. I have a fish only tank setup now but looking to do coral in the future. Im trying not to be limited by my lighting system. Here's the specs for the I might consider

    Around $199
    48” Metal Halide Basic 500W
    47.25” x 8.25” x 2.50” (LxWxH)
    Supports 2x 250W HQI double ended lamp
    Supports 12x dual Bluemoon LED
    Individual power cords for each function
    External HQI controller
    Non-corrosive powder coated aluminum housing
    Heavy duty cooling fan
    Tempered glass splash guard
    Mounting legs
    Double Ended HQI sockets
    Highly polished reflector

    Should I purchase?

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    Re: Looking at a new light and wanted some opinions

    No.

    A quality light fixture with a pair of halides is going to cost much more then $199, I'd worry about that fixture catching on fire.
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    Re: Looking at a new light and wanted some opinions

    Quote Originally Posted by Poseidon View Post
    No.

    A quality light fixture with a pair of halides is going to cost much more then $199, I'd worry about that fixture catching on fire.
    Wow that sounds scary! Take a loo and let me know what you think
    48" Metal Halide Aquarium Reef Lighting 500W HQI LED - eBay (item 300276008163 end time Dec-01-08 10:12:49 PST)

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    Re: Looking at a new light and wanted some opinions

    I don't see a UL listing anywhere, and there must be some sacrifices made somewhere in quality to get to $199.
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