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andy.thompson12 05/20/2010 10:00 PM

T5 bulb suggestions
 
NOTE: I also posted this on SWF, but you guys usually give more input and stay on topic :-)

So I have 4 X 54 watt T5 bulbs (2 white and 2 actinic), and it's almost time to replace them. I have a few SPS corals and would like to get more. I would like to see some improved coloration in one of my SPS corals:a green seriatopora which used to be fluorescent, but now is minty green. What type of bulbs should I get and how many of each? My current bulbs are not a good brand in the first place (i know that for sure) but I just want the best. I have read many different things on bulbs, but most say to get super blue. Is this the best? I thought more white (greater PAR) was best....please explain and give me some ideas.

***remember, I need the best output bulb that can give the best coloration***

rtparty 05/20/2010 10:51 PM

ATI Blue Plus
KZ Fiji Purple
ATI Aquablue
ATI Blue Plus

The ATI Blue Plus is the highest PAR bulb out and the other two are right behind it. That setup will give you a ton of PAR and good color. Be careful to only replace a bulb every few days so you don't shock your corals.

FranktheTankTx 05/20/2010 10:52 PM

The ATI Blue Plus is one of the best PAR T5 bulbs in business. I've seen some pretty cool set ups with just 4x54w.

A combination of ATI Blue + & KZ Fiji Purple looks awesome! Maybe a Aquablue in there, too.

FranktheTankTx 05/20/2010 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rtparty (Post 17134034)
ATI Blue Plus
KZ Fiji Purple
ATI Aquablue
ATI Blue Plus

The ATI Blue Plus is the highest PAR bulb out and the other two are right behind it. That setup will give you a ton of PAR and good color. Be careful to only replace a bulb every few days so you don't shock your corals.

Beat me to it! Ha!

Well, should give the OP confidence we both recommend the same thing! Ha!


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