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02/06/2012, 09:39 PM
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Mike
 
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T5 fixture for standard 120
What would be a good t5 fixture for a sps dominated standard 120 g(48-24-24). I was looking at a 8 bulb fixture. Does anyone run any of these over there tanks? Any input will be great. tia
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02/06/2012, 10:57 PM
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120 also, 8 bulb ati sunpower dimmable
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02/08/2012, 01:10 AM
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8 bulb ATI, PM or SP?
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02/08/2012, 07:44 AM
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ATI fixtures are the best, but the Tek fixtures work if you are on a budget. I've always wanted the PM but am lacking the cha-ching!!!
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02/08/2012, 10:40 AM
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+1 on the Dimmable Sunpower. Built in controller is nice...
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02/08/2012, 10:53 AM
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The powermodule will give you a little more light (5%) and is built a little heavier. If it were my cash I'd get the sunpower.
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02/08/2012, 02:49 PM
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I wouldnt get the dimmable one.
I am setting up the same tank footprint as you, with a little less height at 21" tall, and im buying the 48" 6 bulb sunpower. |
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02/08/2012, 06:07 PM
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the ati dimmable has a built in controller that is awesome, also there is only 1 power cord...looks nicer if your hanging it without a canopy
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02/13/2012, 12:43 AM
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Mike
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Anyone have a tek elite? I have a rkl so a controller isn't high on my list. Or would getting the ati sp wo controller be better.
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02/13/2012, 12:50 AM
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I would go 6 bulb ATI Powermodule. It will be plenty of light and spread.
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02/13/2012, 01:03 AM
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Mike
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I might look into that. I used to live in North West Arkansas
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