Looking for an 8 Bulb/T5 Config. for my ATI

Salt Stain · 01/18/2010, 03:35 PM

I just picked up a 48" ATI Powermodule 8x54w Fixture. There are so many damn choices for bulbs it is making my head spin

If anyone can help me out I would really appreciate it!

My tank is a 90G (48Lx18Wx24H). I want to be able to have LPS, SPS, Clams, basically anything I want, but I also want a more "blue look" without compromising health and growth.....

Similiar to a MH 20K look if that helps?

Can I get away with that or is it one or the other meaning sacrifice looks for growth or vice versa?

UWUALineman · 01/18/2010, 04:57 PM

The T5 Q and A thread on this page. The Grim Reefer has been the go to guy here, and I am sure reading through the thread it will answer any and all questions you may have.

T5 Thread

jmski333 · 01/18/2010, 04:58 PM

reefgeek.com has all the top of the line bulbs to choose from telling you what color they bring out in corals and what colors they make your water.

8 bulb pm seems like a lot for a 90, i just ordered a 6 bulb sunpower for my 90. your gonna have to keep it up from the water a bit.

dancewithethan · 01/18/2010, 05:01 PM

Nice investment

, I also have try many different combination of T5 bulbs. when it comes to T5 bulbs and colors, it's very much of a personal taste. However, there're many T5 tanks out there that I saw and love the look of lights setup. this is my current light setup. BTW I also have ATI.

FRONT:

ATI Blue plus
ATI Blue plus ---Dawn/Dust
Fiji purple
GE 6500 Daylight
UV Supper Artinic ---Dawn/Dust
ATI Blue plus

for your setup, and if you like the blue look:

FRONT

ATI Blue plus
ATI Blue plus
Fiji purple or UV artinic white
GE 6500 Daylight
UV Supper Artinic
ATI Aqua Blue special
ATI Blue plus
ATI Blue plus

the above listing are some of the best combination of T5 I have seen, in term of bulbs placement, just make sure that your Dawn and Dust are blue bulbs such as the ATI blue plus. for my fixture, I only have 6xT5 so I use 1 Blue plus and UV supper artinic for D/D, and I love the look.

I got most of my bulbs from these sites:
http://www.reefgeek.com/
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/
http://www.aquacave.com/T-5%20Light%...CategoryID=128

Grim is a guru guy that can help answer many of your question concerning T5 lights. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1706461

Best

Ethan

Salt Stain · 01/18/2010, 06:49 PM

Great I will check that out. Thaks fellas

01/18/2010, 03:35 PM	#1
Salt Stain Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 46	Looking for an 8 Bulb/T5 Config. for my ATI I just picked up a 48" ATI Powermodule 8x54w Fixture. There are so many damn choices for bulbs it is making my head spin If anyone can help me out I would really appreciate it! My tank is a 90G (48Lx18Wx24H). I want to be able to have LPS, SPS, Clams, basically anything I want, but I also want a more "blue look" without compromising health and growth..... Similiar to a MH 20K look if that helps? Can I get away with that or is it one or the other meaning sacrifice looks for growth or vice versa? Last edited by Salt Stain; 01/18/2010 at 03:46 PM.

01/18/2010, 04:58 PM	#3
jmski333 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 494	reefgeek.com has all the top of the line bulbs to choose from telling you what color they bring out in corals and what colors they make your water. 8 bulb pm seems like a lot for a 90, i just ordered a 6 bulb sunpower for my 90. your gonna have to keep it up from the water a bit. __________________ -Jordan- Current Tank Info: 90RR mixed reef

01/18/2010, 05:01 PM	#4
dancewithethan Ethan M Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Rafael, California Posts: 673	Nice investment , I also have try many different combination of T5 bulbs. when it comes to T5 bulbs and colors, it's very much of a personal taste. However, there're many T5 tanks out there that I saw and love the look of lights setup. this is my current light setup. BTW I also have ATI. FRONT: ATI Blue plus ATI Blue plus ---Dawn/Dust Fiji purple GE 6500 Daylight UV Supper Artinic ---Dawn/Dust ATI Blue plus for your setup, and if you like the blue look: FRONT ATI Blue plus ATI Blue plus Fiji purple or UV artinic white GE 6500 Daylight UV Supper Artinic ATI Aqua Blue special ATI Blue plus ATI Blue plus the above listing are some of the best combination of T5 I have seen, in term of bulbs placement, just make sure that your Dawn and Dust are blue bulbs such as the ATI blue plus. for my fixture, I only have 6xT5 so I use 1 Blue plus and UV supper artinic for D/D, and I love the look. I got most of my bulbs from these sites: http://www.reefgeek.com/ http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/ http://www.aquacave.com/T-5%20Light%...CategoryID=128 Grim is a guru guy that can help answer many of your question concerning T5 lights. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1706461 Best Ethan __________________ Good things come to those who’re patiently wait - Ethan - Current Tank Info: Tank:~ 70 Gs Cadlight + 20 Gs sump\| Lights: 36" ATI Sunpower Dimmable T5x6 39W \| Skimmer: Octo\| Vortech M1 return\| GeoReef Cal Reactor \|2 MP10 VorTech + MaxSpect GyreXF150\|Neptune APEX Controller\|Skimz Bio Pellets\| Emperor Aquatics UV 18W Sterilizer

01/18/2010, 04:57 PM	#2
UWUALineman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 704	The T5 Q and A thread on this page. The Grim Reefer has been the go to guy here, and I am sure reading through the thread it will answer any and all questions you may have. T5 Thread

01/18/2010, 06:49 PM	#5
Salt Stain Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 46	Great I will check that out. Thaks fellas