is this a good light? aquaticlife T5HO ??

fishgirl9821 · 04/15/2010, 02:56 PM

I am thinking about getting this light but B4 I dish out 1200 bucks I would like some opinions what others think or if they have had experience with this light and what it has been like for them.

DESCRIPTION
These Aquatic Life Six-Lamp T5 HO light fixtures offer 420/460nm, 700+ nm and Lunar lights in one streamlined unit. A timer controls the T5 HO fluorescent lamps and LEDs independently, allowing for a fully programmable 24 hour lighting cycle. Low voltage cooling fans come built right in to keep the fixture cool and direct heat away from the aquarium. Adjustable frame mounts and suspension ports allow for multiple configurations when mounting the fixture above your aquarium. German made reflectors are designed to increase each individual light bulb's intensity, maximizing the fixture's overall light output. Bulbs and mounting brackets are included. Produce more light in a compact housing with these new six-lamp high output fixtures! 72" fixture includes: 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W Actinic/Blue Lamps, 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamps, and 6 x 1W Lunar LED's.

GENERAL
▪ Timer controls 420/460 (blue), 10,000K (white) and lunar LED (night) lights independently.
▪ Adjustable width aquarium frame mounts support fixture above aquarium.
▪ Single power cord makes it easy to mount on the aquarium or suspend from above.
▪ German-made specially angled reflector maximizes light by directing it into the aquarium.
▪ Suspension bracket allows connection to optional cables for various mounting configurations.

MISCELLANEOUS
▪ Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC
▪ Rated Cycle: 60 Hz
▪ Power Factor: 0.55
▪ Input Current: 5.23Amp
▪ Total Wattage: 474 W
▪ Tc: Max 167o F
▪ Power Cord Length: 3 meters

APPEARANCE
▪ Black matte finish
▪ Acrylic lens cover
▪ Blue timer display
▪ Tank Frame Mounts

COMPONENTS
▪ 410041 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 470200 - Left End Plate
▪ 410042 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470201 - Right End Plate
▪ 470196 - (6) 1W Lunar LED’s ▪ 470071 - (6) Ballast (T5 HO)
▪ 470194 - (4) Aquarium Frame Mount ▪ 2 mm Acrylic Lens Cover
▪ 470104 - (2) Fan ▪ CD Installation & Maintenance Guide
▪ Allen Wrench

DIMENSIONS
▪ Packaging
▪ 74.5 x 17.5 x 7.5 in / 189.2 x 44.5 x 19 cm
▪ 39.2 lbs / 17.8 kg
▪ Product (Light without frame mounts)
▪ 72.1 x 13.9 x 3.6 in / 183.2 x 35.2 x 9.2 cm
▪ 27.5 lbs /12.5 kg
▪ Product (Light with frame mounts)
▪ 15.4 in / 39.1 cm wide / 5.9 in / 15 cm height

ACCESSORIES
▪ 410041 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp
▪ 410042 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp
▪ 470196 - 1W Lunar LED
▪ 470194 - Frame Mount
▪ 420063 - Suspension Hardware

WARRANTY
▪ 12 Months

shroutk3 · 04/15/2010, 03:20 PM

I looked at a smaller fixture and it was a good entry level fixture. The lamps you use and the corals you want to keep will really make the difference. In my opinion, t5s can do anything that mhs can do.

chris88 · 04/15/2010, 07:11 PM

I just bought one and i think it is an upgrade from my nova extrme pro. It isn't the best fixture going but its a great buy. The led and built in timmers really help make it stand out.

fishgirl9821 · 04/15/2010, 10:40 PM

thanks guys

anyone else????

divewsharks · 04/16/2010, 03:50 AM

[QUOTE=fishgirl9821;16958118]I am thinking about getting this light but B4 I dish out 1200 bucks I would like some opinions what others think or if they have had experience with this light and what it has been like for them.

DESCRIPTION
These Aquatic Life Six-Lamp T5 HO light fixtures offer 420/460nm, 700+ nm and Lunar lights in one streamlined unit. A timer controls the T5 HO fluorescent lamps and LEDs independently, allowing for a fully programmable 24 hour lighting cycle. Low voltage cooling fans come built right in to keep the fixture cool and direct heat away from the aquarium. Adjustable frame mounts and suspension ports allow for multiple configurations when mounting the fixture above your aquarium. German made reflectors are designed to increase each individual light bulb's intensity, maximizing the fixture's overall light output. Bulbs and mounting brackets are included. Produce more light in a compact housing with these new six-lamp high output fixtures! 72" fixture includes: 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W Actinic/Blue Lamps, 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamps, and 6 x 1W Lunar LED's.

GENERAL
▪ Timer controls 420/460 (blue), 10,000K (white) and lunar LED (night) lights independently.
▪ Adjustable width aquarium frame mounts support fixture above aquarium.
▪ Single power cord makes it easy to mount on the aquarium or suspend from above.
▪ German-made specially angled reflector maximizes light by directing it into the aquarium.
▪ Suspension bracket allows connection to optional cables for various mounting configurations.

MISCELLANEOUS
▪ Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC
▪ Rated Cycle: 60 Hz
▪ Power Factor: 0.55
▪ Input Current: 5.23Amp
▪ Total Wattage: 474 W
▪ Tc: Max 167o F
▪ Power Cord Length: 3 meters

APPEARANCE
▪ Black matte finish
▪ Acrylic lens cover
▪ Blue timer display
▪ Tank Frame Mounts

COMPONENTS
▪ 410041 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 470200 - Left End Plate
▪ 410042 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470201 - Right End Plate
▪ 470196 - (6) 1W Lunar LED’s ▪ 470071 - (6) Ballast (T5 HO)
▪ 470194 - (4) Aquarium Frame Mount ▪ 2 mm Acrylic Lens Cover
▪ 470104 - (2) Fan ▪ CD Installation & Maintenance Guide
▪ Allen Wrench

DIMENSIONS
▪ Packaging
▪ 74.5 x 17.5 x 7.5 in / 189.2 x 44.5 x 19 cm
▪ 39.2 lbs / 17.8 kg
▪ Product (Light without frame mounts)
▪ 72.1 x 13.9 x 3.6 in / 183.2 x 35.2 x 9.2 cm
▪ 27.5 lbs /12.5 kg
▪ Product (Light with frame mounts)
▪ 15.4 in / 39.1 cm wide / 5.9 in / 15 cm height

ACCESSORIES
▪ 410041 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp
▪ 410042 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp
▪ 470196 - 1W Lunar LED
▪ 470194 - Frame Mount
▪ 420063 - Suspension Hardware

WARRANTY
▪ 12 [QUOTE]

Why is this fixture costing you $1200, it's online for plenty less. If you are willing to spend that much, I'd go with an ATI fixture, top of the line.
What size is your tank? What do plan to keep? If the tank is 72" long you could go with a 60" PowerModule, it would leave you 6" of lower light zones on either side of the fixture. With this fixture there is nothing you couldn't keep about anywhere in the tank.

hth

TXCrawdad · 04/16/2010, 06:22 AM

I have two fixtures an aquatic life and a sunlight supply tek light. The aquatic life is ok but it can't hang with the sunlight supply as far as output in my opinion. I thought the bulbs sucked that came with the aquatic life. Couple of them burned out before they should have. I replaced them with geismann and It helped but I still like the tek light.

chris88 · 04/16/2010, 07:45 AM

Tek is a great fixture but it doesnt have fans, leds, or a built in timmer. This fixture is well built and does pack a lot fo punch. But yes if i could go back in time i would buy an ati fixture over this one but i would still keep this over a tek.

04/15/2010, 02:56 PM	#1
fishgirl9821 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 4	is this a good light? aquaticlife T5HO ?? I am thinking about getting this light but B4 I dish out 1200 bucks I would like some opinions what others think or if they have had experience with this light and what it has been like for them. DESCRIPTION These Aquatic Life Six-Lamp T5 HO light fixtures offer 420/460nm, 700+ nm and Lunar lights in one streamlined unit. A timer controls the T5 HO fluorescent lamps and LEDs independently, allowing for a fully programmable 24 hour lighting cycle. Low voltage cooling fans come built right in to keep the fixture cool and direct heat away from the aquarium. Adjustable frame mounts and suspension ports allow for multiple configurations when mounting the fixture above your aquarium. German made reflectors are designed to increase each individual light bulb's intensity, maximizing the fixture's overall light output. Bulbs and mounting brackets are included. Produce more light in a compact housing with these new six-lamp high output fixtures! 72" fixture includes: 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W Actinic/Blue Lamps, 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamps, and 6 x 1W Lunar LED's. GENERAL ▪ Timer controls 420/460 (blue), 10,000K (white) and lunar LED (night) lights independently. ▪ Adjustable width aquarium frame mounts support fixture above aquarium. ▪ Single power cord makes it easy to mount on the aquarium or suspend from above. ▪ German-made specially angled reflector maximizes light by directing it into the aquarium. ▪ Suspension bracket allows connection to optional cables for various mounting configurations. MISCELLANEOUS ▪ Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC ▪ Rated Cycle: 60 Hz ▪ Power Factor: 0.55 ▪ Input Current: 5.23Amp ▪ Total Wattage: 474 W ▪ Tc: Max 167o F ▪ Power Cord Length: 3 meters APPEARANCE ▪ Black matte finish ▪ Acrylic lens cover ▪ Blue timer display ▪ Tank Frame Mounts COMPONENTS ▪ 410041 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 470200 - Left End Plate ▪ 410042 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470201 - Right End Plate ▪ 470196 - (6) 1W Lunar LED’s ▪ 470071 - (6) Ballast (T5 HO) ▪ 470194 - (4) Aquarium Frame Mount ▪ 2 mm Acrylic Lens Cover ▪ 470104 - (2) Fan ▪ CD Installation & Maintenance Guide ▪ Allen Wrench DIMENSIONS ▪ Packaging ▪ 74.5 x 17.5 x 7.5 in / 189.2 x 44.5 x 19 cm ▪ 39.2 lbs / 17.8 kg ▪ Product (Light without frame mounts) ▪ 72.1 x 13.9 x 3.6 in / 183.2 x 35.2 x 9.2 cm ▪ 27.5 lbs /12.5 kg ▪ Product (Light with frame mounts) ▪ 15.4 in / 39.1 cm wide / 5.9 in / 15 cm height ACCESSORIES ▪ 410041 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 410042 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470196 - 1W Lunar LED ▪ 470194 - Frame Mount ▪ 420063 - Suspension Hardware WARRANTY ▪ 12 Months

04/15/2010, 03:20 PM	#2
shroutk3 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Ripley, Ny Posts: 315	I looked at a smaller fixture and it was a good entry level fixture. The lamps you use and the corals you want to keep will really make the difference. In my opinion, t5s can do anything that mhs can do.

04/15/2010, 07:11 PM	#3
chris88 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Alberta (canada) Posts: 657	I just bought one and i think it is an upgrade from my nova extrme pro. It isn't the best fixture going but its a great buy. The led and built in timmers really help make it stand out.

04/15/2010, 10:40 PM	#4
fishgirl9821 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 4	thanks guys anyone else????

04/16/2010, 03:50 AM	#5
divewsharks Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,905	[QUOTE=fishgirl9821;16958118]I am thinking about getting this light but B4 I dish out 1200 bucks I would like some opinions what others think or if they have had experience with this light and what it has been like for them. DESCRIPTION These Aquatic Life Six-Lamp T5 HO light fixtures offer 420/460nm, 700+ nm and Lunar lights in one streamlined unit. A timer controls the T5 HO fluorescent lamps and LEDs independently, allowing for a fully programmable 24 hour lighting cycle. Low voltage cooling fans come built right in to keep the fixture cool and direct heat away from the aquarium. Adjustable frame mounts and suspension ports allow for multiple configurations when mounting the fixture above your aquarium. German made reflectors are designed to increase each individual light bulb's intensity, maximizing the fixture's overall light output. Bulbs and mounting brackets are included. Produce more light in a compact housing with these new six-lamp high output fixtures! 72" fixture includes: 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W Actinic/Blue Lamps, 6 x 36" T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamps, and 6 x 1W Lunar LED's. GENERAL ▪ Timer controls 420/460 (blue), 10,000K (white) and lunar LED (night) lights independently. ▪ Adjustable width aquarium frame mounts support fixture above aquarium. ▪ Single power cord makes it easy to mount on the aquarium or suspend from above. ▪ German-made specially angled reflector maximizes light by directing it into the aquarium. ▪ Suspension bracket allows connection to optional cables for various mounting configurations. MISCELLANEOUS ▪ Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC ▪ Rated Cycle: 60 Hz ▪ Power Factor: 0.55 ▪ Input Current: 5.23Amp ▪ Total Wattage: 474 W ▪ Tc: Max 167o F ▪ Power Cord Length: 3 meters APPEARANCE ▪ Black matte finish ▪ Acrylic lens cover ▪ Blue timer display ▪ Tank Frame Mounts COMPONENTS ▪ 410041 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 470200 - Left End Plate ▪ 410042 - (6) 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470201 - Right End Plate ▪ 470196 - (6) 1W Lunar LED’s ▪ 470071 - (6) Ballast (T5 HO) ▪ 470194 - (4) Aquarium Frame Mount ▪ 2 mm Acrylic Lens Cover ▪ 470104 - (2) Fan ▪ CD Installation & Maintenance Guide ▪ Allen Wrench DIMENSIONS ▪ Packaging ▪ 74.5 x 17.5 x 7.5 in / 189.2 x 44.5 x 19 cm ▪ 39.2 lbs / 17.8 kg ▪ Product (Light without frame mounts) ▪ 72.1 x 13.9 x 3.6 in / 183.2 x 35.2 x 9.2 cm ▪ 27.5 lbs /12.5 kg ▪ Product (Light with frame mounts) ▪ 15.4 in / 39.1 cm wide / 5.9 in / 15 cm height ACCESSORIES ▪ 410041 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 420/460 Lamp ▪ 410042 – 36 in T5 HO 39W 10,000K Lamp ▪ 470196 - 1W Lunar LED ▪ 470194 - Frame Mount ▪ 420063 - Suspension Hardware WARRANTY ▪ 12 [QUOTE] Why is this fixture costing you $1200, it's online for plenty less. If you are willing to spend that much, I'd go with an ATI fixture, top of the line. What size is your tank? What do plan to keep? If the tank is 72" long you could go with a 60" PowerModule, it would leave you 6" of lower light zones on either side of the fixture. With this fixture there is nothing you couldn't keep about anywhere in the tank. hth

04/16/2010, 06:22 AM	#6
TXCrawdad Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 113	I have two fixtures an aquatic life and a sunlight supply tek light. The aquatic life is ok but it can't hang with the sunlight supply as far as output in my opinion. I thought the bulbs sucked that came with the aquatic life. Couple of them burned out before they should have. I replaced them with geismann and It helped but I still like the tek light.

04/16/2010, 07:45 AM	#7
chris88 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Alberta (canada) Posts: 657	Tek is a great fixture but it doesnt have fans, leds, or a built in timmer. This fixture is well built and does pack a lot fo punch. But yes if i could go back in time i would buy an ati fixture over this one but i would still keep this over a tek.