HELP, What Light Setup Is This?

lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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I bought the light used so I have no idea what it is. I am trying to findout what light it is and if I can properly house an anemone with it or if I need to upgrade. Pics of the light are below.
A few details are it is 48" long, has a fan on one end a vent on the other, the plastic covering over the light slides out on the end opposite of the fan and it has 4 plugs coming from it. Also, the 4 lights in it which are all double strips lights are (2) 65W dual daylight model #2034 lights and (2) 65W Actinic lights model #2036.
Are the daylight lights the same as 10K lights or what? The lights in the light have www.current-usa.com on them if that helps.
The Entire Light

The Middle Of The Light

The end of the light with the vent
 
veni vidi vici

veni vidi vici

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Those are PC's and are not sufficient for keeping a anemone healthy or alive for a extended period of time.They are suitable for most softies though.
 
moprint

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No you can't add t-5's to that fixture. A total new fixture is needed. The Nova Extreme Pro by Current USA is a reasonably priced t-5 fixture. There are several choices out there but I think the Nova Extreme Pro is the best buy.
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by moprint
http:///forum/post/2840491
No you can't add t-5's to that fixture. A total new fixture is needed. The Nova Extreme Pro by Current USA is a reasonably priced t-5 fixture. There are several choices out there but I think the Nova Extreme Pro is the best buy.
So I've got spend more money? Dang this hobby is getting expensive!
 
wattsupdoc

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You will need something else for lighting other than the Pc's if you have to have an anemone. It is an expensive hobby. Especially when getting equipment if you haven't done research first. The single most important thing to save money in this hobby is to avoid the impulse buy, and not be influenced by those that sell aquarium goods. Research here and anywhere you can find fellow aquarists. We don't make a dime off you and are glad to help out. Now, the light you have can be returned possibly, or will do well for many other inhabitants. Just not the very light needy things like anemones, clams, most SPS's and many LPS's. While this may sound like you cant have anything, this is not true! You can have a very beautiful, healthy reef with that light.
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by wattsupdoc
http:///forum/post/2840839
You will need something else for lighting other than the Pc's if you have to have an anemone. It is an expensive hobby. Especially when getting equipment if you haven't done research first. The single most important thing to save money in this hobby is to avoid the impulse buy, and not be influenced by those that sell aquarium goods. Research here and anywhere you can find fellow aquarists. We don't make a dime off you and are glad to help out. Now, the light you have can be returned possibly, or will do well for many other inhabitants. Just not the very light needy things like anemones, clams, most SPS's and many LPS's. While this may sound like you cant have anything, this is not true! You can have a very beautiful, healthy reef with that light.
The light came with the tank and I got a great deal on it so I am not complaining. I will probably just order a new light as a Christmas present to myself.
 
moprint

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I upgraded from a light just like the one have, 4x65 watt power compact, to the Nova Extreme Pro. I am very pleased with the light. If you search on the web you can find it around $337. You don't have to start with the best, you can upgrade later. You can keep low light corals with the light you have.
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by moprint
http:///forum/post/2841326
I upgraded from a light just like the one have, 4x65 watt power compact, to the Nova Extreme Pro. I am very pleased with the light. If you search on the web you can find it around $337. You don't have to start with the best, you can upgrade later. You can keep low light corals with the light you have.
Well I think I am going to do that search then and see if I can find it for the price you said. They come with lights already in them right? A pair of clowns came with my tank and I really want an anemone for them to host, but I want to be able to provide the anemone with the proper lighting it needs also.
 
coastie81

coastie81

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Originally Posted by LKGRenegade22
http:///forum/post/2843499
Well I think I am going to do that search then and see if I can find it for the price you said. They come with lights already in them right? A pair of clowns came with my tank and I really want an anemone for them to host, but I want to be able to provide the anemone with the proper lighting it needs also.
the nova extreme pro comes with the bulbs, mounting legs and the splah guard. Everything that you need to set it up minus moonlights. The bulbs it comes with are decent but after a few months replace them with giesmann or ati. That will blow your tank away. Just my .02
 
cveverly

cveverly

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Nova has a new light called Extreme SLR T-5. It has single light reflectors optimize the T-5 light output. The 48" 216 watt can be bought for $212.49.
I don't own this light but I do own the Extreme Pro.
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by cveverly
http:///forum/post/2843969
Nova has a new light called Extreme SLR T-5. It has single light reflectors optimize the T-5 light output. The 48" 216 watt can be bought for $212.49.
I don't own this light but I do own the Extreme Pro.
Ok so which would be better?
 
coastie81

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The pro is better but if your budget doesn't support the decision to get the pro then the other on is an option. Pro is more bang for the buck. Either way only get a T5 setup that has individual reflectors. Stay away from the set-ups that Have 1 larger reflector.
 
cveverly

cveverly

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Originally Posted by LKGRenegade22
http:///forum/post/2844075
Ok so which would be better?

That is a good question. The new SLR T5 has the individual reflectors and the pro has a single reflector bent to act as individual reflectors. About the only advantage the Pro has is more lamps. The SLR is 4 lamps at 216 watts and the Pro has 6 lamps at 324 watts. I would "assume" the Pro would be better depending on your tank and lighting needs. The Pro runs $449 versus $212 for the SLR.
Both are fan cooled. The Pro has 2 power cords and the SLR has 3.
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by cveverly
http:///forum/post/2844130
That is a good question. The new SLR T5 has the individual reflectors and the pro has a single reflector bent to act as individual reflectors. About the only advantage the Pro has is more lamps. The SLR is 4 lamps at 216 watts and the Pro has 6 lamps at 324 watts. I would "assume" the Pro would be better depending on your tank and lighting needs. The Pro runs $449 versus $212 for the SLR.
Both are fan cooled. The Pro has 2 power cords and the SLR has 3.
There are just TOO many questions in this field. LOL. I can afford either budget wise, but I don't want to spend double the $ if it is not justifiable. You know what I mean.
 
cveverly

cveverly

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Originally Posted by LKGRenegade22
http:///forum/post/2844168
There are just TOO many questions in this field. LOL. I can afford either budget wise, but I don't want to spend double the $ if it is not justifiable. You know what I mean.

If money is not an object I think I would get the pro. After saying that I might open another can of worms. How about a pair of 150 watt or 175 watt metal halides?
The reason I bring this up is your tank depth. I think I remember you having a 72 gallon bowfront. That tank is 22 inches deep. Anemones will go where they want so you need to get enough light to the bottom of the tank if that is where it decides to reside. Clams and corals will generally stay where you put them. So high demanding items go to the top if your lights are not powerful enough.
There are a lot of people switching to T5 so there are good deals on used MH right now.
I don't keep anemones so I could be all wet.

I am bucking the T5 trend, I am going metal halide on my newest tank. It is a 29 gallon nano SPS tank.
Are you confused yet? If so I did my job!
 
lkgrenegade22

lkgrenegade22

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Originally Posted by cveverly
http:///forum/post/2844268
If money is not an object I think I would get the pro. After saying that I might open another can of worms. How about a pair of 150 watt or 175 watt metal halides?
The reason I bring this up is your tank depth. I think I remember you having a 72 gallon bowfront. That tank is 22 inches deep. Anemones will go where they want so you need to get enough light to the bottom of the tank if that is where it decides to reside. Clams and corals will generally stay where you put them. So high demanding items go to the top if your lights are not powerful enough.
There are a lot of people switching to T5 so there are good deals on used MH right now.
I don't keep anemones so I could be all wet.

I am bucking the T5 trend, I am going metal halide on my newest tank. It is a 29 gallon nano SPS tank.
Are you confused yet? If so I did my job!

Don't confuse me anymore! If you take away the depth of the sand in my tank the actual water depth is only around 18-19". I was planning on ordering the PRO. What is the deal with MH's? Would they be the only lights on the tank or would I just supplement them with the PC setup I have now?
 
cveverly

cveverly

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Originally Posted by LKGRenegade22
http:///forum/post/2844354
Would they be the only lights on the tank or would I just supplement them with the PC setup I have now?

In my opinion the ultimate setup would be a couple 150 or 175 Metal Halides and your existing lights as supplement. The big problem is room. I doubt you would have the width on your tank to allow both lights.
The Extreme Pro is a nice light for the money. I am sure you will be happy. I would upgrade the stock bulbs after you have run the light 6 months. The bulbs that come with the Nova lights are ok but far from great.
I will try not to muddy the waters any more.
 
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