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matt b

matt b

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You could do what ever you wanted where ever you wanted in your tank. But I would look for a fixture with T-5s and not PC. Or even VHO. PCs run alot hotter and do not last as long.
 
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markeo99

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youve been here a long time you know the rules
just put down the name and spec's we are familliar with them
what size tank?depth? and wattage of light?
 
rebelprettyboy

rebelprettyboy

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For 814 I wouldnt get those newayz thats expensive.
Id get me a tek 48inch fixture. Better bang for the buck by far. At reefgeek they have them... Now if only I had of seen that site before I ordered my 36 inch fixture id set to go. Ive spent more on my 36 inch fixture and dont even have all the bulbs yet...
48" 8x54W Tek Light T5 High-Output Fixture (Black)
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48" 8x54W Tek Light T5 High-Output Fixture w/ Bulbs (Black)
by Sunlight Supply
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stdreb27

stdreb27

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As far as I know you can not replace t-5's with PC's. If you want to get technical t-5 is just a measurement of bulb size. So "technically" you could have a pc bulb that is the t-5 size. However when we refer to a t-5 it is a different type of bulb. However if new at 300 bucks the coralife would be a great deal... Personally I went with a simular fixture made by current but the price tag was a bit higher.
 
clownfish11

clownfish11

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i was gonna DIY a few 2 white t5s and 2 blue actinic t5s also on top of that...check out myzilo(idk hes got the 29 gallon beast) kinda like his
 
rebelprettyboy

rebelprettyboy

Active Member
If u gonnna supplemnt iwth it 4 t5s...
then go with all actinic t5s and 10 k halide bulbs. Ull still have a nice blue in the tank
 
reefraff

reefraff

Active Member
If you mod that thing for T5's in place of the PC's make sure you use reflectors for the lamps. You will get more light from 2 T5 lamps with good reflectors than cramming 4 lamps in without reflectors. The Ice Cap T5 reflector is 2 1/2" wide and the Aquactinics are 2" wide. aAn outfit called aquarium specialties should have them available on ine.
 
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