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  1. coldshot

    coldshot Blue Ringed Angel

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    Okay late this next month I get an additional 250.00 plus what I have saved. So it is a go for t-5's. I have been looking at the 6 bulb set but can also afford the 8 bulb set. It will also fit the tank. What would be the downside of having 8 t-5's over a 55 if any?
    Would the difference in the 6 or the 8 be that great?
    Thnx I FINALLY GOT IT.....(and my phone is off the hook);D
    Danny
     
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  2. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    Congratulations Danny

    the only downside IMO is the additional heat that will be generated
    I have 6 x 80 watts over my 70 and have been told by many , Im good for anything in top 3rd of tank (sps/ clams included although clams are not on my shopping list)

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    The only downside I could think of is electricity. T5's really dont generate much heat, the coolest bulbs of all by far (barring LED's of course).
    If you can, get the 8 bulb, and be just about limitless.
     
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    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    Yeah, if you can afford the 8 bulb fixture then go for it. It's still not as bright as the sun;) what bulb combo are you going to do?
     
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    The thing with 8 bulb units is that they are usually over 12 inches wide, so may overhang your 55 gal.
     
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    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    ahhh good thinking!
     
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  7. coldshot

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    The 8 bulb is 12 inches so it is fine, as far as bubl's I am going with what they have for now then save and get what I want. What is the dif between the 10,000k and the 6500k I can get either with the light for starters. What is the dif....
    Danny
     
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    6500K is for refugiums or planted tanks. Great for growing algae and plants. You most definitely do not want those above your reef ;)
     
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  9. coldshot

    coldshot Blue Ringed Angel

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    10,000 and the 8 bulb it will more than likely be I like to be open for anything just incase
     
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    6500k its more for plants its redder. most people use 10,000k
     
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