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Unread 08/23/2006, 03:54 PM   #1
yamaha racer
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what light should i use for my fuge/sump?

i just switched my tank and i have some t-5s left over but i want something to grow micro alge but i only have 1 daylight t-5, so what kind of lamp should i use?


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Unread 08/23/2006, 06:55 PM   #2
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Unread 08/23/2006, 07:23 PM   #3
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I use screw in type power compact from Home Depot. 6.99! Grow Macro like crazy. I think if you are going to get a bulb I think you want something in the 6,500K range.


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Unread 08/23/2006, 11:14 PM   #4
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hey trip, do u have a pic of what it looks like?


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Unread 08/23/2006, 11:22 PM   #5
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hey trip, do u have a pic of what it looks like?
http://www.melevsreef.com/fuge_bulb.html
This bulb works really good, lasts long and uses little energy. Look at the bulbs at the bottom of the page, they are available at home depot.


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Unread 08/24/2006, 05:31 PM   #6
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I use pretty much the same bulb as Melev. Looks the same, but is made by a different Manufacturer.


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