Is this an accurate representation of the Ushio 20K? (Pic included)

mooch1982 · 11/15/2010, 10:46 PM

I found this one the net. It is a 150 watt 20K Ushio.

Would a 250 watt DE 20K Ushio on icecap ballast look exactly like this pic?

tewkes · 11/15/2010, 11:34 PM

Not sure if it would look exactly like that, but I think you'd be happy. I ran every kind of 250 DE bulb and the only ones I would pick now are the ushio 20k, 14k phoenix, and 20k XM.

mooch1982 · 11/16/2010, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tewkes

Not sure if it would look exactly like that, but I think you'd be happy. I ran every kind of 250 DE bulb and the only ones I would pick now are the ushio 20k, 14k phoenix, and 20k XM.

Of the Three listed, which ones is the least blue, and gives the most contrast with other colors, such as red, greens, yellows, etc.

mike_cmu04 · 11/16/2010, 08:38 AM

The 14k should be the least blue. I am guessing the 20k ushio will look more blue than the one pictured.

RokleM · 11/16/2010, 08:48 AM

Really, no way to tell without knowing if the picture was processed properly and your monitor has been calibrated with an applicable tool.

tmc1313 · 11/16/2010, 09:56 AM

I've read other posts that the Phoenix 14k actually has a bluer hue than the ushio 20k. I don't know this to be fact, but I'm going to be ordering two new 150watt de bulbs soon and was leaning toward the Phoenix 14k's. There were some pics comparing the two, I just can't find the thread. Maybe it depends on what ballast is running them?

mooch1982 · 11/16/2010, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike_cmu04

The 14k should be the least blue. I am guessing the 20k ushio will look more blue than the one pictured.

The one pictures is actually a 20K Ushio. It's 150 watts, but no idea which ballast is being use, or if the picture was modified at all.

I am really surprised no one is using the Ushio 20K.

Joe · 11/16/2010, 11:09 PM

I just replaced my 250 watt 14K DE Ushios with two new 20K Ushios. I'd say that picture is very accurate. I'm running them on Current electronic ballasts. Also running three ATI Blue Plus and one UVL 14K for the T-5s.

Joe

mooch1982 · 11/17/2010, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe

I just replaced my 250 watt 14K DE Ushios with two new 20K Ushios. I'd say that picture is very accurate. I'm running them on Current electronic ballasts. Also running three ATI Blue Plus and one UVL 14K for the T-5s.

Joe

Awsome, I would imagine I would get similar results on a Icecap electronic ballast. I am also running a 250 watt DE.

Thanks so much for the input.

Sugar Magnolia · 11/17/2010, 08:33 AM

I'm running an Ushio 20k on an Icecap ballast. It's definitely bluer than the Phoenix 14k. If you are lookiong for something less blue, then the Phoenix bulb would be the one to go with.

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mike_cmu04 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Shepherd, Mi Posts: 2,348	The 14k should be the least blue. I am guessing the 20k ushio will look more blue than the one pictured. __________________ 92 Gallon corner tank, 2-radion gen 2 led lights, 2 mp40's Current Tank Info: 92 Gallon Corner Tank

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11/16/2010, 11:09 PM	#8
Joe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Amish Country, PA. USA Posts: 978	I just replaced my 250 watt 14K DE Ushios with two new 20K Ushios. I'd say that picture is very accurate. I'm running them on Current electronic ballasts. Also running three ATI Blue Plus and one UVL 14K for the T-5s. Joe __________________ I put the laughter in slaughter. Current Tank Info: 120 Gallon Oceanic Tech Tank, Two MP40W Gen 2 Vortechs, H & S A-150-F2001 External Skimmer, Oceanic Model 3 Sump, Current Outer Orbit Pro 250 Watt MH/T5 Combo Last edited by Joe; 11/16/2010 at 11:16 PM.

11/17/2010, 08:33 AM	#10
Sugar Magnolia Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern VA Posts: 17,691	I'm running an Ushio 20k on an Icecap ballast. It's definitely bluer than the Phoenix 14k. If you are lookiong for something less blue, then the Phoenix bulb would be the one to go with. __________________ Adrienne The only thing to fear is fear itself....and spiders.

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11/15/2010, 11:34 PM	#2
tewkes Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 334	Not sure if it would look exactly like that, but I think you'd be happy. I ran every kind of 250 DE bulb and the only ones I would pick now are the ushio 20k, 14k phoenix, and 20k XM.

11/16/2010, 09:56 AM	#6
tmc1313 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bristol, Connecticut Posts: 1,530	I've read other posts that the Phoenix 14k actually has a bluer hue than the ushio 20k. I don't know this to be fact, but I'm going to be ordering two new 150watt de bulbs soon and was leaning toward the Phoenix 14k's. There were some pics comparing the two, I just can't find the thread. Maybe it depends on what ballast is running them?