anyone have hellolights?

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by supratt, Jun 24, 2010.

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  1. supratt

    supratt Fire Shrimp

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    I was thinking on picking up 2 of these for a 4bulb retro...

    36" 2 x 39w T5 HO Retrofit Kit. - 36239

    anyone use these before?
    also do you think i would be able to fit another to make it a 6 bulb?
    thanks,
     
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  3. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    not the fixture but hellolights yes.
    They are ok they aren't shady at all, there pretty reputible but there prices aren't the best. better then lfs but not the best still
     
  4. supratt

    supratt Fire Shrimp

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    i cant find a 2 bulbs retro kit for $100 anywhere! i thought it was good
     
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    If you can find a t5 retro cheaper than that with decent reflectors and ballast let me know. Carpenter has recently got there t5 retro you might want to give him a shout. no problems, Ive heard. I've also order from them in the past and was shipped out timely. Im currently using their ARo mh ballasts with no problem too.

    you question about goto a 6 bulb retro, if you have the room. I think each reflector takes up 2-2.5" so to be safe you'll need 13-15" inches of width in your canopy.. and will most likely mount your t5 ballasts remotely in the stand,etc.