MH question

elm0

elm0

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I have a 46G bowfront i'm about to set up for a reef tank, and I've been researching lighting options. I hear that the MH are the best option for reef tanks, but the prices i've seen are just not in my budget.
I found this on ---- and it sounds good (based on my limited knowledge of MH) but I wanted some other opinions before I go and spend my money on something that isn't really what I need.
http://cgi.----.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...EBWA%3AIT&rd=1
My tank has the black center brace on top so I'm thinking I would use two of these units, one on each side.
Gimme some advice.
 
gregvabch

gregvabch

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i've found good deals through hello lights, especially on pc's. i've heard that they're associated with this site, which i'm assuming is why it hasn't been deleted from this post. i actually found better prices on metal halide bulbs and ballasts through another site but i can't plug the name. if you want it email me at gregory(<--removethis-->)gampfer@yahoo.com
 
elm0

elm0

New Member

Originally posted by rbmount
I run these on my 46 and my soft corals are doing great. They came from hellolights.
Thats the one i'm considering since I can't seem to afford the MH right now. Is your 46G a bowfront like mine? If so, do you have a glass top on it and where did you get it?
 
bencc

bencc

Member
You can buy the ballast, mogul, and bulb separately. Wire it yourself and save lots of money. I am no electrician and I Did mine all for less than a hundred dollars. I have a 250 watt setup with a coralvue bulb. I am very happy with the results. It has been up and running for a couple months now. The bulb is the most expensive part.
 
sailfin

sailfin

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I got a dual 175 watt 10K metal halide system from a website for $380. If that is within your budget let me know. It comes with two 12" batwing reflectors, dual ballast and two Ushio 175 watt 10K bulbs. It is completely plug and play.
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bsktmom

bsktmom

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Originally posted by sailfin
I got a dual 175 watt 10K metal halide system from a website for $380. If that is within your budget let me know. It comes with two 12" batwing reflectors, dual ballast and two Ushio 175 watt 10K bulbs. It is completely plug and play.
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I am interested in something "plug and play". Please send me an e-mail to basketmom@knology.net. Thanks
Has this made the temperature go up in the tank?
 
sailfin

sailfin

Member

Originally posted by bsktmom
I am interested in something "plug and play". Please send me an e-mail to basketmom@knology.net. Thanks
Has this made the temperature go up in the tank?
I'll send you the link once I get home. My set-up is an in-wall, therefore there is no canopy. With all of the open air I don't have a problem.
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