How often to change t5 bulbs?

syilk1 · 01/27/2008, 06:38 PM

When are we suppose to change T5 bulbs. Mine still seem very bright but at least a year old
Scott

Fish_wiz2 · 01/27/2008, 06:48 PM

12-14 months

returnofsid · 01/27/2008, 07:11 PM

My T5 bulbs are about 14 months old. To my eye, they appear very bright. However, I can tell that they need to be changed. My corals are all still growing at the same rate, however, I've noticed some recession of color that I'm almost positive is due to lighting. I've raised a few SPS up higher in the tank and they've gotten back some of their color. I'm sure new bulbs will solve this problem.

syilk1 · 01/27/2008, 07:43 PM

Thanks Guys

01/27/2008, 06:38 PM	#1
syilk1 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 391	How often to change t5 bulbs? When are we suppose to change T5 bulbs. Mine still seem very bright but at least a year old Scott

01/27/2008, 06:48 PM	#2
Fish_wiz2 Mangroves are kool. Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 5,246	12-14 months __________________ -The Wiz Current Tank Info: Elos Mini Seahorse Tank, 2500 gallon Koi pond

01/27/2008, 07:11 PM	#3
returnofsid Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,852	My T5 bulbs are about 14 months old. To my eye, they appear very bright. However, I can tell that they need to be changed. My corals are all still growing at the same rate, however, I've noticed some recession of color that I'm almost positive is due to lighting. I've raised a few SPS up higher in the tank and they've gotten back some of their color. I'm sure new bulbs will solve this problem.

01/27/2008, 07:43 PM	#4
syilk1 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 391	Thanks Guys