Advanced Ballast W/Catalina Bulbs

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  1. Midnight_Madman

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    Any opinions of Advanced Ballasts M57 175 and Catalina bulbs?
     
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    I've never heard of them before but that is a sweet price. Maybe too sweet. With the warranty and his approval rating i would give them a try
    But for a 90G tank I would go 250 or 400W if you plan on keeping SPS or Clams

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    well I payed that for 2 bulbs so that a sweet deal

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    HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

    Come on it's only money HEHE
     
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    This is what he sent me about the bulbs

    Catalina Aquarium
    - made in Germany
    20,000 hr bulb- best in industry - you will be very satisfied