T5 reflector question

sds · 09/29/2006, 09:04 PM

I know a few companies make t5 reflectors which are good reflectors? Is an icecap worth the few extra $ compared to the aualux reflector? Any info would be appreciated. I have read some of the t5 threads but some are getting to long to read back through

fat-tony · 09/29/2006, 09:15 PM

worth every penny.......

Easy cleanup, highly reflective, great support

wont be disappointed

horkn · 09/30/2006, 01:26 AM

well, to clear this up, the aqualux sold CDR (ATI) isnt sold anynore. aqualux quit the business, and they sold the old style of ATI reflectors.

and the icecaps are not really any better than the aqualux CDR's they were virtually identical performance wise, but the differences were that the aqualux CDR's were wider (just over 3") and the aqualux sold CDR was a lot cheaper.

now comparing the aqualux and the IC to the tek, well, the tek is more money than the aqualux, a tad less $ than the IC, and 20% lower PAR numbers than the IC or aqualux reflector. not to mention the teks stain easily from salt spray, something the aqualux and IC dont have an issue with.

the other issue was that IC still will not really make a reflector to fit the 5 foot t5ho bulbs, and aqualux did. and it was a lot cheaper again than the IC. now, tek is the only 5 foot reflector that is off the shelf. IC will send you two 3 footers for the price of what a 5 footer should run if you ask them directly.

I just had to clear this up.

now the new ATI reflectors are soon to hit market, and i guarantee they will be the best since they have more experience with t5ho than anyone...

sds · 09/30/2006, 07:01 AM

this is the info that i was looking for
thanks

sds · 09/30/2006, 07:04 AM

so the reflectors aqualux is selling arent the ones you are talking about? They are still selling reflectors online

sds · 09/30/2006, 07:43 AM

this is the info that i was looking for
thanks

horkn · 09/30/2006, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sds
so the reflectors aqualux is selling arent the ones you are talking about? They are still selling reflectors online

they closed shop a few months ago.

try to order them, and you will see.
unless they re opened, which i have not heard.
those were the reflectors though

carlos_fb · 10/01/2006, 12:31 AM

Go with the Ice Caps 100%

horkn · 10/02/2006, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by carlos_fb
Go with the Ice Caps 100%

or wait until the new ATI reflectors are out. which should be really soon.

carlos_fb · 10/03/2006, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by horkn
or wait until the new ATI reflectors are out. which should be really soon.

any extra information on this?

horkn · 10/04/2006, 07:47 AM

not yet.

apparently they were at MACNA, so, once everyone updates websites and sets pricing we should see them soon.

carlos_fb · 10/04/2006, 08:35 AM

are they suppose to be better than Ice Caps?

horkn · 10/04/2006, 11:17 AM

i am sure they will be at least as good as the IC, maybe better.. the old ati reflectors cost less and performed the same as the IC.

sjm817 · 10/04/2006, 12:00 PM

I hope the new ATIs are 2.5" wide, not 3" like the old ones.

Speaking of T5 reflectors, did anyone see this??

Has IceCap "Knocked Off" SLS's T5HO reflectors?

09/29/2006, 09:04 PM	#1
sds Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Roswell NM Posts: 342	T5 reflector question I know a few companies make t5 reflectors which are good reflectors? Is an icecap worth the few extra $ compared to the aualux reflector? Any info would be appreciated. I have read some of the t5 threads but some are getting to long to read back through

09/29/2006, 09:15 PM	#2
fat-tony Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Hornell, NY Posts: 1,483	worth every penny....... Easy cleanup, highly reflective, great support wont be disappointed __________________ Jason Current Tank Info: 125 mixed reef. Icecap 660 3x5' T5HO Icecap 430 2x6' VHO actinic

09/30/2006, 01:26 AM	#3
horkn Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: milwaukee wisconsin Posts: 4,125	well, to clear this up, the aqualux sold CDR (ATI) isnt sold anynore. aqualux quit the business, and they sold the old style of ATI reflectors. and the icecaps are not really any better than the aqualux CDR's they were virtually identical performance wise, but the differences were that the aqualux CDR's were wider (just over 3") and the aqualux sold CDR was a lot cheaper. now comparing the aqualux and the IC to the tek, well, the tek is more money than the aqualux, a tad less $ than the IC, and 20% lower PAR numbers than the IC or aqualux reflector. not to mention the teks stain easily from salt spray, something the aqualux and IC dont have an issue with. the other issue was that IC still will not really make a reflector to fit the 5 foot t5ho bulbs, and aqualux did. and it was a lot cheaper again than the IC. now, tek is the only 5 foot reflector that is off the shelf. IC will send you two 3 footers for the price of what a 5 footer should run if you ask them directly. I just had to clear this up. now the new ATI reflectors are soon to hit market, and i guarantee they will be the best since they have more experience with t5ho than anyone... __________________ people write stupid things in this space Current Tank Info: 200g DIY wood reef, 2x 250w SE 10k MH 2x80 t5ho, 75g sump, Geo Ca RX, ASD 6" recirc skimmer

10/04/2006, 07:47 AM	#11
horkn Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: milwaukee wisconsin Posts: 4,125	not yet. apparently they were at MACNA, so, once everyone updates websites and sets pricing we should see them soon. __________________ people write stupid things in this space Current Tank Info: 200g DIY wood reef, 2x 250w SE 10k MH 2x80 t5ho, 75g sump, Geo Ca RX, ASD 6" recirc skimmer

10/04/2006, 11:17 AM	#13
horkn Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: milwaukee wisconsin Posts: 4,125	i am sure they will be at least as good as the IC, maybe better.. the old ati reflectors cost less and performed the same as the IC. __________________ people write stupid things in this space Current Tank Info: 200g DIY wood reef, 2x 250w SE 10k MH 2x80 t5ho, 75g sump, Geo Ca RX, ASD 6" recirc skimmer

09/30/2006, 07:01 AM	#4
sds Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Roswell NM Posts: 342	this is the info that i was looking for thanks

09/30/2006, 07:04 AM	#5
sds Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Roswell NM Posts: 342	so the reflectors aqualux is selling arent the ones you are talking about? They are still selling reflectors online

09/30/2006, 07:43 AM	#6
sds Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Roswell NM Posts: 342	this is the info that i was looking for thanks

10/01/2006, 12:31 AM	#8
carlos_fb Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 879	Go with the Ice Caps 100%

10/04/2006, 08:35 AM	#12
carlos_fb Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 879	are they suppose to be better than Ice Caps?

10/04/2006, 12:00 PM	#14
sjm817 On Yer left! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 18,777	I hope the new ATIs are 2.5" wide, not 3" like the old ones. Speaking of T5 reflectors, did anyone see this?? Has IceCap "Knocked Off" SLS's T5HO reflectors? __________________ - Scott