Anyone Switch BACK to MH/T5 from LED?

SkullV · 09/12/2011, 03:34 PM

I know there was a thread like this before but it was all current LED users saying how much they love their LEDs. We get it, you like your LEDs

Just wondering if there was anyone out there that has switched BACK to MH/T5 from LED and why? I'm about to pay for 2 of the Radion (Ecotech) fixtures tonight and want to make sure I'm not making a mistake switching over to LED.

Copied this thread from CMAS to the general equipment forum for a more widespread opinion.

boxer385 · 09/12/2011, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkullV

I know there was a thread like this before but it was all current LED users saying how much they love their LEDs. We get it, you like your LEDs

Just wondering if there was anyone out there that has switched BACK to MH/T5 from LED and why? I'm about to pay for 2 of the Radion (Ecotech) fixtures tonight and want to make sure I'm not making a mistake switching over to LED.

Copied this thread from CMAS to the general equipment forum for a more widespread opinion.

I think you won't regret it and if you decide to go back i don't think you would have a problem selling that system. Good Luck, I'm going to also take the plunge shortly

Texsun · 09/12/2011, 05:32 PM

I went from MH/T5 to LED (AI Sol Blues) to all T5s. I couldn't get the right color rendition or rather adapt to the AI's color rendition + my LPS started shifting in color under them. Back to T5s but I pre-ordered the Radions. I'm still a long-term believer in LEDs and hope the RGB/bulb mix will counter the AI's shortcomings.

NyReefNoob · 09/12/2011, 05:42 PM

i have twice, liked the colors better from the maxspect g170 but didnt give the coverage i needed nor anywhere as bright to the eye, and did it again with 3 AI sol whites, wasnt the color i liked so went back to t5's both times, granted i have a 8 bulb powermodule so hard to compete against it

Bobbofin · 09/12/2011, 05:51 PM

I've had Acan Lighting and ReefBrite LED on my tank. I found the my SPS grew like weeds but my LPS were always in decline. I replaced them with a Hamilton Belize fixture with a 14kk, 150 watt mh and two ATI AquaBLue+ T5s. I"m much happier and my corals are ALL doing better. My SPS is growing but not as fast as under the LEDs.

SkullV · 09/12/2011, 11:40 PM

^^^^

wildman926 · 09/13/2011, 10:56 AM

I switched from T5's to LED (Current USA LED Pro strips), and will never look back.

maysorum · 09/13/2011, 11:17 AM

I switched from Elos AquaTop with 4 LED strips to 6 x 24w T5. Although, I think the Radion's spectrum output is a lot different from white/blue LED combos. I do really like my T5s, though.

09/12/2011, 03:34 PM	#1
SkullV They Got My Number Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 6,898	Anyone Switch BACK to MH/T5 from LED? I know there was a thread like this before but it was all current LED users saying how much they love their LEDs. We get it, you like your LEDs Just wondering if there was anyone out there that has switched BACK to MH/T5 from LED and why? I'm about to pay for 2 of the Radion (Ecotech) fixtures tonight and want to make sure I'm not making a mistake switching over to LED. Copied this thread from CMAS to the general equipment forum for a more widespread opinion. __________________ -Ted- Be cautious of those willing to share their "knowledge" but not their results.

09/12/2011, 05:32 PM	#3
Texsun Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Torrance, CA Posts: 962	I went from MH/T5 to LED (AI Sol Blues) to all T5s. I couldn't get the right color rendition or rather adapt to the AI's color rendition + my LPS started shifting in color under them. Back to T5s but I pre-ordered the Radions. I'm still a long-term believer in LEDs and hope the RGB/bulb mix will counter the AI's shortcomings. __________________ Fish heads, fish heads Roly-poly fish heads Fish heads, fish heads Eat them up, yum! Current Tank Info: Dipping my toes back with an Elos Mini...

09/12/2011, 05:42 PM	#4
NyReefNoob skimmer freak Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: peekskill, ny Posts: 1,209	i have twice, liked the colors better from the maxspect g170 but didnt give the coverage i needed nor anywhere as bright to the eye, and did it again with 3 AI sol whites, wasnt the color i liked so went back to t5's both times, granted i have a 8 bulb powermodule so hard to compete against it __________________ custom 45g cube all in one, ai hydra 26, 2 mp10w, ac jr. ,bubble magnus triple doser, bm nac5 hob skimmer My dad always said the only stupid questions are the ones not asked Current Tank Info: custom 45g cube AIO

09/12/2011, 11:40 PM	#6
SkullV They Got My Number Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 6,898	^^^^ __________________ -Ted- Be cautious of those willing to share their "knowledge" but not their results.

09/13/2011, 11:17 AM	#8
maysorum Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Mount Horeb Posts: 279 Blog Entries: 23	I switched from Elos AquaTop with 4 LED strips to 6 x 24w T5. Although, I think the Radion's spectrum output is a lot different from white/blue LED combos. I do really like my T5s, though. __________________ ------------------------- MAY -------------------------

09/12/2011, 05:51 PM	#5
Bobbofin Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 137	I've had Acan Lighting and ReefBrite LED on my tank. I found the my SPS grew like weeds but my LPS were always in decline. I replaced them with a Hamilton Belize fixture with a 14kk, 150 watt mh and two ATI AquaBLue+ T5s. I"m much happier and my corals are ALL doing better. My SPS is growing but not as fast as under the LEDs.

09/13/2011, 10:56 AM	#7
wildman926 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CTX Posts: 2,904	I switched from T5's to LED (Current USA LED Pro strips), and will never look back.

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