The T5 Q&a Thread

JohnL · 05/05/2008, 09:19 AM

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lpsluver · 05/05/2008, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by alanmorehead
Icecap SLR reflectors are narrower that the Tek 2 reflectors. The Tek 2 is 3" wide (3.125" w/o overlap) and the Icecap is 2.5" wide, so you'll be able to squeeze more in w/ the Icecaps. 6 Icecap SLRs should be about 15" wide vs 18" for the Teks

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...readid=1112777

Go Huskers!

- Alan

Thanks Alan!.. That (you and the link) answers my question very well. SLR it is.

GO Huskers!

Tswifty · 05/05/2008, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by The Grim Reefer
Front
Blue Plus
UVL 75/25
UVL Aquasun
Blue Plus
Aqyuablue
Blue Plus

Thanks Grim!

If you don't mind me asking.. who are the makers of the bulbs... UVL is UV Lighting... are the others Geisemann?

Also, I have some new bulbs lying around, can any of these be used?

2 - UVL Super Actinic
1 - Geisemann PowerChrome Midday
1 - Geisemann PowerChrome Aquablue Plus (is this Blue Plus or Aquablue in your listing?)
2 - Geisemann PowerChrome Actinic Plus (same question as above)

Thanks again!

alanmorehead · 05/05/2008, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by lpsluver
Thanks Alan!.. That (you and the link) answers my question very well. SLR it is.
GO Huskers!

Quote:

Originally posted by The Grim Reefer
Wait for the Aquactinics retrofit reflectors to hit the market, they may already be out. 3" wide and right with Ice Cap as far as performance.

Wow, so three major options now! and it looks like the Aquactinics are 2", so you can squeeze even more in

lpsluver - a quick search yielded the following thread in the sponsor forum that you might want to check out:
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...readid=1348940

lpsluver · 05/05/2008, 09:56 AM

Grim Reefer wrote "Wait for the Aquactinics retrofit reflectors to hit the market, they may already be out. 3" wide and right with Ice Cap as far as performance."

Thanks Grim. I just got off the phone with Aquatinics and the reflectors were released a couple of weeks ago and are available at all their retailers. According to them they are 2" wide

and are made of the most reflective material currently on the market (and are the only ones using this). $27.95 at DIYReef. they come with the bulb clips. No retro kits though. Have to buy mounting hardware and endcaps seperately. Thanks again for the heads up!

ooja3k · 05/05/2008, 10:12 AM

Wow... Another split!

spider8u · 05/05/2008, 11:31 AM

Hey Grim i have the Nova Extreme 8x54W light Fixture i am only using 6 bulbs in it right now but would like to put 2 more bulbs in there. What 2 bulbs should i get . Also would i be ok to keep some lps and some soft corals with these lights my tank is 20inch deep and i just have the lights sitting on the top of the tank with out the legs. Also is there a way you can change the reflector with Individually reflectors on this light Fixture. These are the bulbs i am using now

Blue Plus
ATI Actinic
UVL Aquasun
Blue Plus
UVL 75/25
Blue Plus

Jay-sun · 05/05/2008, 12:28 PM

quote:
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Originally posted by Jay-sun
Hey Grim or anyone that can help,
I am setting up an Oceanic 58 gallon tank 36"LX18"WX21"H and am going to use the Aquactinics TX5 T5 fixture. My question is will this light be enough to support a mixed reef with clams and SPS? What bulbs should I use? Any help would be appreciated.
Thanx, Jason
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Blue Plus
Super Actinic
Aquasun
Blue Plus
Aquablue

Yes on the clams and SPS as long as the fixture is sat right on the tank.

__________________
I love the smell of horse manure - Bluerug

Hobby Experience: Long enough to know better
Current Tanks: 105 gallon 6x54 T5 Lighting Tunze 9010 Skimmer 2 Korillia 4, 1 Korillia 3 CPR Aquafuge
Interests: 5 1/4%

Thanx for the help Grim.
Jason

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by alanmorehead
Wow, so three major options now! and it looks like the Aquactinics are 2", so you can squeeze even more in

lpsluver - a quick search yielded the following thread in the sponsor forum that you might want to check out:
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...readid=1348940

Yep, I hit the wrong key, 2" for the Aquactinics reflectors. They are also moving to Miro Silver reflector material which should make them perform better than the Ice Caps.

dzeadow · 05/05/2008, 01:16 PM

Hey guys, I have some Blue+'s in a fixture and I really like the look they provide. I'm getting a deal on some 39w's from a guy and he can only get Geismann or UVL, so do either of these companies have an equivalent to the Blue+? And what would a good 4 bulb combo be w/ those bulbs for a whitish/blue look? TIA!

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tswifty8
Thanks Grim!

If you don't mind me asking.. who are the makers of the bulbs... UVL is UV Lighting... are the others Geisemann?

Also, I have some new bulbs lying around, can any of these be used?

2 - UVL Super Actinic
1 - Geisemann PowerChrome Midday
1 - Geisemann PowerChrome Aquablue Plus (is this Blue Plus or Aquablue in your listing?)
2 - Geisemann PowerChrome Actinic Plus (same question as above)

Thanks again!

As long as you have them use the Midday in place of the Aquasun.
The Aquablue is the same and the Actinic Plus is the same as the Blue Plus so use those. I just prefer the ATI lamps is all. The look is similar between the two. Use the super actinic instead of the 75/25.

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by spider8u
Hey Grim i have the Nova Extreme 8x54W light Fixture i am only using 6 bulbs in it right now but would like to put 2 more bulbs in there. What 2 bulbs should i get . Also would i be ok to keep some lps and some soft corals with these lights my tank is 20inch deep and i just have the lights sitting on the top of the tank with out the legs. Also is there a way you can change the reflector with Individually reflectors on this light Fixture. These are the bulbs i am using now

Blue Plus
ATI Actinic
UVL Aquasun
Blue Plus
UVL 75/25
Blue Plus

I would add a Blue Plus and a GE daylight.

Aquactinis makes a 2" wide retro reflector now, check to see if that will fit.

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by dzeadow
Hey guys, I have some Blue+'s in a fixture and I really like the look they provide. I'm getting a deal on some 39w's from a guy and he can only get Geismann or UVL, so do either of these companies have an equivalent to the Blue+? And what would a good 4 bulb combo be w/ those bulbs for a whitish/blue look? TIA!

Actinic Plus is Giesemanns version of a blue plus.

Using those brands a 4 lamp mix

Front
Actinic Plus
UVL Super Actinic
UVL Aquasun
Gmann Aquablue

lpsluver · 05/05/2008, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by The Grim Reefer
I would add a Blue Plus and a GE daylight.

Aquactinis makes a 2" wide retro reflector now, check to see if that will fit.

I just ordered 6 of the Aquatinics reflectors. I can only tell you qualitatively how they are once I install them but I will make it a point to update the thread when I do.

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 03:06 PM

Check in here but it would be helpful if you create a new thread as well. A thread showing they can be updated with good reflectors would be helpful for others with that fixture.

Thanks

dzeadow · 05/05/2008, 03:42 PM

thanks Grim, I ordered the Actinic White as well just in case I'm not happy w/ the Aquasun, I remember it was a little pink or something on my other tank w/ the 4x24 combo I had.

drtrash · 05/05/2008, 03:55 PM

Is 2 overdriven w/ IC 660 (39w) 3 ft & 2 (39w) HO 3 ft an overkill for a 3ft breeder 50 gal? No plans for SPS just a mixed lp & anemones. How would I know there is too much light. No experience using T-5.
Thanks

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by drtrash
Is 2 overdriven w/ IC 660 (39w) 3 ft & 2 (39w) HO 3 ft an overkill for a 3ft breeder 50 gal? No plans for SPS just a mixed lp & anemones. How would I know there is too much light. No experience using T-5.
Thanks

Yes, overkill.

drtrash · 05/05/2008, 06:56 PM

Thanks for update, these T-5 must be bright, still waiting for the aquactinic reflectors and IC430, had a 660 and wanted to put it to use but don't want the extra heat if light is not necessary, specially in AZ.

jtunafish · 05/05/2008, 07:10 PM

Hey grim, thanks for all the advice in this thread, i've been running the Nova 8 bulb light but ordered the Aquatinics Constellation today, I'm running in my Nova front to back -
BLUE PLUs
SUPER ACTINIC
UVL AQUASUN
BLUE PLUS
AQUASUN
SUPER ACTINIC
AQUA BLUE
BLUE PLUS

Can I just use these bulbs and what order should they go in, or any others that would work better, I'll have to leave one out, which one is best to leave out, I'm running a 90 gal, mixed reef, hoping to start with more SPS, thanks Joe.

The Grim Reefer · 05/05/2008, 08:19 PM

Blue Plis
Aquasun
Super Actinic
Blue Plus
Super Actinic
Aquablue
Blue Plus

spider8u · 05/05/2008, 09:24 PM

Where can i buy these new Aquatinics reflectors from thx

NoSchwag · 05/06/2008, 05:54 AM

Hey Grim,

I usually do a search but I need to order this light yesterday.

I have a 40 breeder mostly sps. I'm ordering a 6-35w (overkill?) tek light today and am curious about bulb configuration.

What's your favorite for a all around crisp white/blue? I like the Iwasaki Aqua2 175w look.

I know you probably ansered this question 234234 times already, I appreciate the help.

lpsluver · 05/06/2008, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by spider8u
Where can i buy these new Aquatinics reflectors from thx

I got mine from DIYReef. If you go to Aquatinic's Website they have a place to view their retailers. Seems no one has them in stock yet but they can/will be drop-shipped from Aquatinics.

The Grim Reefer · 05/06/2008, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by NoSchwag
Hey Grim,

I usually do a search but I need to order this light yesterday.

I have a 40 breeder mostly sps. I'm ordering a 6-35w (overkill?) tek light today and am curious about bulb configuration.

What's your favorite for a all around crisp white/blue? I like the Iwasaki Aqua2 175w look.

I know you probably ansered this question 234234 times already, I appreciate the help.

Front
ATI Blue Plus
UVL Super Actinic
UVL Aquasun
ATI Blue Plus
UVL Aquasun
ATI Blue Plus

05/05/2008, 09:56 AM	#5
lpsluver Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: OH Posts: 1,130	Grim Reefer wrote "Wait for the Aquactinics retrofit reflectors to hit the market, they may already be out. 3" wide and right with Ice Cap as far as performance." Thanks Grim. I just got off the phone with Aquatinics and the reflectors were released a couple of weeks ago and are available at all their retailers. According to them they are 2" wide and are made of the most reflective material currently on the market (and are the only ones using this). $27.95 at DIYReef. they come with the bulb clips. No retro kits though. Have to buy mounting hardware and endcaps seperately. Thanks again for the heads up! __________________ - Bob Current Tank Info: What tank?

05/05/2008, 10:12 AM	#6
ooja3k The Reef Producer Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Costa Mesa Posts: 1,192	Wow... Another split! __________________ -Ryan PBITAWA

05/05/2008, 01:16 PM	#10
dzeadow Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bozeman, MT Posts: 2,589	Hey guys, I have some Blue+'s in a fixture and I really like the look they provide. I'm getting a deal on some 39w's from a guy and he can only get Geismann or UVL, so do either of these companies have an equivalent to the Blue+? And what would a good 4 bulb combo be w/ those bulbs for a whitish/blue look? TIA! __________________ - Danny Current Tank Info: Dual 50 Breeder system, 30g custom sump/fuge, MSX200, Tank1-6x24T5 retro, Tank2-4x39T5 retro

05/05/2008, 03:06 PM	#15
The Grim Reefer Ready for some NOBALL!!! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Kingman Az Posts: 25,259	Check in here but it would be helpful if you create a new thread as well. A thread showing they can be updated with good reflectors would be helpful for others with that fixture. Thanks __________________ America, the way it outta be! Current Tank Info: 120 Starphire with Illudium Q-288 Photon Regurgitator DIY LED lighting

05/05/2008, 03:42 PM	#16
dzeadow Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bozeman, MT Posts: 2,589	thanks Grim, I ordered the Actinic White as well just in case I'm not happy w/ the Aquasun, I remember it was a little pink or something on my other tank w/ the 4x24 combo I had. __________________ - Danny Current Tank Info: Dual 50 Breeder system, 30g custom sump/fuge, MSX200, Tank1-6x24T5 retro, Tank2-4x39T5 retro

05/05/2008, 09:19 AM	#1
JohnL RC Staff Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 14,431	This thread was automatically split due to performance issues. You can find the rest of the thread here: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...2#post12473722

05/05/2008, 11:31 AM	#7
spider8u Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Victorville CA Posts: 207	Hey Grim i have the Nova Extreme 8x54W light Fixture i am only using 6 bulbs in it right now but would like to put 2 more bulbs in there. What 2 bulbs should i get . Also would i be ok to keep some lps and some soft corals with these lights my tank is 20inch deep and i just have the lights sitting on the top of the tank with out the legs. Also is there a way you can change the reflector with Individually reflectors on this light Fixture. These are the bulbs i am using now Blue Plus ATI Actinic UVL Aquasun Blue Plus UVL 75/25 Blue Plus

05/05/2008, 12:28 PM	#8
Jay-sun Moved On Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ctr. Ossipee NH Posts: 100	quote: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Originally posted by Jay-sun Hey Grim or anyone that can help, I am setting up an Oceanic 58 gallon tank 36"LX18"WX21"H and am going to use the Aquactinics TX5 T5 fixture. My question is will this light be enough to support a mixed reef with clams and SPS? What bulbs should I use? Any help would be appreciated. Thanx, Jason -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Blue Plus Super Actinic Aquasun Blue Plus Aquablue Yes on the clams and SPS as long as the fixture is sat right on the tank. __________________ I love the smell of horse manure - Bluerug Hobby Experience: Long enough to know better Current Tanks: 105 gallon 6x54 T5 Lighting Tunze 9010 Skimmer 2 Korillia 4, 1 Korillia 3 CPR Aquafuge Interests: 5 1/4% Thanx for the help Grim. Jason

05/05/2008, 03:55 PM	#17
drtrash Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: S. Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 2,178	Is 2 overdriven w/ IC 660 (39w) 3 ft & 2 (39w) HO 3 ft an overkill for a 3ft breeder 50 gal? No plans for SPS just a mixed lp & anemones. How would I know there is too much light. No experience using T-5. Thanks

05/05/2008, 06:56 PM	#19
drtrash Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: S. Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 2,178	Thanks for update, these T-5 must be bright, still waiting for the aquactinic reflectors and IC430, had a 660 and wanted to put it to use but don't want the extra heat if light is not necessary, specially in AZ.

05/05/2008, 07:10 PM	#20
jtunafish Registered Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: L-P Illinois Posts: 133	Hey grim, thanks for all the advice in this thread, i've been running the Nova 8 bulb light but ordered the Aquatinics Constellation today, I'm running in my Nova front to back - BLUE PLUs SUPER ACTINIC UVL AQUASUN BLUE PLUS AQUASUN SUPER ACTINIC AQUA BLUE BLUE PLUS Can I just use these bulbs and what order should they go in, or any others that would work better, I'll have to leave one out, which one is best to leave out, I'm running a 90 gal, mixed reef, hoping to start with more SPS, thanks Joe.

05/05/2008, 08:19 PM	#21
The Grim Reefer Ready for some NOBALL!!! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Kingman Az Posts: 25,259	Blue Plis Aquasun Super Actinic Blue Plus Super Actinic Aquablue Blue Plus __________________ America, the way it outta be! Current Tank Info: 120 Starphire with Illudium Q-288 Photon Regurgitator DIY LED lighting

05/05/2008, 09:24 PM	#22
spider8u Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Victorville CA Posts: 207	Where can i buy these new Aquatinics reflectors from thx

05/06/2008, 05:54 AM	#23
NoSchwag Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Waterbury, Ct. Posts: 2,530	Hey Grim, I usually do a search but I need to order this light yesterday. I have a 40 breeder mostly sps. I'm ordering a 6-35w (overkill?) tek light today and am curious about bulb configuration. What's your favorite for a all around crisp white/blue? I like the Iwasaki Aqua2 175w look. I know you probably ansered this question 234234 times already, I appreciate the help. __________________ Keeping low levels of po4 without chemicals since 2005. Current Tank Info: Beckett skimmed, penductor flowed, luminarc lighted, UV sterilized, litermeter dosed, Aquacontroller controlled, SPS dominated, 120 BB tank.