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03/28/2010, 10:23 PM
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T5 ho penatration????
Hello all, I am currently acquiring equipment to set up my 120 gallon(60x18x26tall) I guess my question is, will t5 ho penetrate a tank that deep to grow zoathids and palys.... I ask because I grow alot of Higher end z's and p's... Currently I am running metal halides, but I want to try something new with this tank.... If I decide to do t5 ho's it will be a retro consisting of icecap ballasts and tek2 reflectors, probally 6 bulbs.... If so do you think ALL sps would do fine under that lighting setup? Thanks all for you input... Richard
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03/28/2010, 10:29 PM
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You'll definitely get better penetration if if you go with Icecap Reflectors. They are known for punching the light better than the TEK2.
There was a thread around here comparing them but I can't find it. But yes, if you put a 6X80w (57") T5 setup over that tank, you'll get plenty of light punch. Just don't skimp on the reflectors.
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03/28/2010, 11:18 PM
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I just read that Ice cap vs tek2 comparison...... and I have to say I am confused.... But from what I gather the ice caps actually wins.....hmmm, but I don't recall reading if the light will penetrate 26 inches... I just want my z's and p's to fade or loose their growth, and I want to start with some sps...... I am still debating t5 ho or 250 watt radiums.... I hope I get more input... maybe some pictures
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03/29/2010, 07:53 AM
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bumpto the top
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03/29/2010, 11:03 AM
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Raise The Reef!
 
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If you use good bulbs and good reflectors then you won't have a problem keeping stuff down at 26 inches. You may actually have a hard time keeping lower light stuff higher in the tank.
My buddy has 30 inch tall tank with an ATI Sunpower over it and grows easy SPS on the sandbed.
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