drewsbrews
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Yep I understand the photosynthetic action and the symbiotic relationship between/within these animals. I was just a little sceptical about say a dual t5 39watt setup outproducing a dual 96watt PC one (barring any major reflector difference). But I surmise that may be the real point.. reflectors can fully surround each t5 tube, where the tubes in each PC bulb are too close together to do this; causing the light to be less focused. so T5 could beat it in efficiency. With this in mind I wish my light was a 4x t5, but "beggars can't be choosers".
Higher output fixtures can be cost prohibitive. Folks also speak alot of properly waiting to get used to maintaining the tank and establishing the tank before getting into more difficult to take care of animals. It may be smart to use an inexpensive light now and save in electric, and bulb replacement costs. Then get the "better" fixture later. So I think that's what I'll do myself.
Higher output fixtures can be cost prohibitive. Folks also speak alot of properly waiting to get used to maintaining the tank and establishing the tank before getting into more difficult to take care of animals. It may be smart to use an inexpensive light now and save in electric, and bulb replacement costs. Then get the "better" fixture later. So I think that's what I'll do myself.
