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Unread 02/23/2011, 12:05 PM   #1
jlaudiofreak
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best 175 watt mogul 14-20k bulb

What is the best 175 watt mogul 14- 20k bulb on a m57 ballast


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Unread 02/23/2011, 01:05 PM   #2
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Iwasaki 15k is THE BEST 175 watt bulb. It packs more punch than most 250 watt bulbs and is a true 15k on the M57.


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Unread 02/23/2011, 10:06 PM   #3
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Depends on how you define "best"?

Do you want color, growth, consistent spectrum, warranty, customer service??


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I am looking for best color and growth


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Unread 02/25/2011, 05:15 AM   #5
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Depends on how you define "best"?

Do you want color, growth, consistent spectrum, warranty, customer service??
Not really, iwasaki is the best... Period. Well the best color and growth, it sucks for a mushroom tank


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