bulb combo

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by offensetaken, Jul 19, 2010.

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  1. offensetaken

    offensetaken Montipora Digitata

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    Going to place my order for my lights. Tek 4x39 watt t5's. I like the blue look and wanted to run this by you guys.

    2-ATI Blue plus
    1-KZ Fiji Purp.
    1-ATI Blue special

    What do you guys think?
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Good selection, if you want less red than the fiji produces get an UVL Actinic White.
     
  4. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    IMO, good combo except for the Fiji purple. I don't like the look of it, but it is very personal. Some people love it, I'm not one of them. I would do two Blue+ and two Blue Specials, but that's just me.
     
  5. offensetaken

    offensetaken Montipora Digitata

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    Thanks for your input guys. This is a first for me with t5's. I saw a picture here with someone using the same bulb combo. It looked nice. Just wanna make sure I get the colors to "POP" in my tank.
     
  6. crank2211

    crank2211 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I run that exact combo in an ATI fixture. The color is nice - I would like a bit more blue out if it though - it seems a little flat to me sometimes but I do get really nice growth and good color.