48" Nova SLR T5HO vs. 48" 4x54W Tek Light T5HO fixture...

---> 48" Nova SLR Extreme T5HO vs. 48" 4x54W Tek Light T5HO fixture <---
Which one should I get? There is only about a $50 difference, counting the hanging hardware if I got the Tek. Both have the same dimensions. Isn't Tek like top of the line? I live the Nova's too though.

http://www.reefgeek.com/lighting/T5...igh-Output_Fixture_(Black)_by_Sunlight_Supply

Aquarium Lighting for Freshwater and Reef Systems: Nova Extreme Compact SLR T-5 Fixtures

 

do they both have individual reflectors or only the slr?

 

Both have individual reflectors.

 

the nova has actual fans Im not sure how the tek runs with "passive cooling"

 

Specs..

Nova Extreme SLR
1. Individual enhanced reflectors
2. 2" in height
3. Features energy-efficient electronic ballast, integrated cooling fan
4. Splash guard
5. Cooling Fan

Tek
1. High-End Performance: 95% reflective European-made aluminum reflectors increase output by over 300% compared to the bulbs alone without reflectors.
2. Independent Lamp Control: Fixture is wired with the 2 outside bulbs on one power-cord and the 2 middle bulbs on the other allowing for independent control and dawn-dusk simulation.
3. Quiet Operation: Passive cooling design (no fans) ensures cool operation and virtually no noise.
4. Clean Design: All components including the T5 ballasts are enclosed inside fixture housing. The only items external to the fixture are the 2 power-cords.
5. Sleek, Heavy-duty Aluminum Housing: Black powder coated aluminum body is lightweight, durable and rust-proof and only 2.5” high.
6. Splash guard

 

Moved to lighting. Help me out Hermano.

 

Reflectors are probably better in the TEK, but that might be negated by the active cooling in the Nova. If you can get the TEK Elite.

 

I REALLY like the Tek Elites, but are about twice the cost. the Elite for same number of bulbs is $425

http://www.reefgeek.com/lighting/T5...ixture_w!_Bulbs_(Graphite)_by_Sunlight_Supply

 

how would either of these do in a 90g?

 

I don't know about the nova, but a tek elit 6 bulb would be awesome for a 90g.

EDIT: the nova I have listed is the highest wattage they make on that model. If you like nova, check out the nova extreme pros.