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Unread 04/11/2007, 06:38 PM   #1
eddie c
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t5 bulb recomendation

i need to replace 8 54w bulbs over my 75g tank and was wondering what combo would work the best, i heard ati's were good high par bulbs any suggestions ?


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Unread 04/11/2007, 06:47 PM   #2
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It is a long, long thread but it is a great reference on T-5s in general. Grim gives some recommended mixes. T-5 Q&A Thread


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Unread 04/11/2007, 06:50 PM   #3
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Yes, in general the ATI brand bulbs emit the most PAR.


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