55g tank build and now for the lights!!

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by rosewell22uk, Apr 13, 2011.

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  1. OrphekUSA

    OrphekUSA 3reef Sponsor

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    Sure, the emitters might last 10 years (if properly installed as per manufacturer specs) but will the drivers, soldering, PCBs, fans, etc? You get what you pay for! :p

    No experience with the Powermodule, but I've used Tek fixtures in the past, very nice lights.
     
    OrphekUSA, Apr 14, 2011
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  2. benbabcock

    benbabcock Bubble Tip Anemone

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    as a note, an Orphek 156 would be great for your 55. also, i hear that they are an amazing company and have AMAZING customer service(can i get a discount PLEASE!)

    sorry as that was off topic and i did say "theoretically". it is always true that you get what you pay for.
     
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  3. rosewell22uk

    rosewell22uk Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    at the moment i am looking to buy 6 tmc 500 aquabeam light strips over a six month period while my tank is cycling this will give me pretty much full reef capabilities and wont break the bank at any time but i have been on the orphek site and might check them out first
     
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  4. rosewell22uk

    rosewell22uk Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    yes i have had a good look at those lights and they would look nice and neat but cannot find a uk dealer
     
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    rosewell22uk, Apr 15, 2011
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