bulb choice

[kwilliejr]

thanks wango-tango, im not sure im using these threads right? sorry. I was thinking of running 2--250 mh with 13K and 1 with 8500k and then 2- 54 watt T-5 with blue actonic? any help with this is much appreciated!

 

[acrylic51]

Where did you find the 8500k bulb at??? Very rare kelvin temp....

 

[kwilliejr]

I went back in the bay to try and find them again, I think they were being sold as grow lights? but I couldnt spot them,I will keep looking.but im sure i saw them as an option with a retro. well almost sure? lol

 

[thegrog]

I would ditch the 8500K as it will really promote algae growth. If you want more blue, then go with something higher than 13,000K like a 15 or 20,000K. If you ahve the actinics for a dusk-to-dawn effect, then go with all one bulb spectrum (13,000K if that is what you like)

 

[wangotango]

Originally Posted by TheGrog
I would ditch the 8500K as it will really promote algae growth. If you want more blue, then go with something higher than 13,000K like a 15 or 20,000K. If you ahve the actinics for a dusk-to-dawn effect, then go with all one bulb spectrum (13,000K if that is what you like)
agreed. the 8500K will give you the growth but even with actinic supplement you'll still probably hate the color. go with the 13K halides and do all of the T5 in pure actinic.
-Justin