Bulb Placement

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by Bruce, Apr 18, 2006.

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  1. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Hey everyone, Well i got a little quick question to ask. The new fixture I purchased turns the bulbs on, 2 outer with one switch and 2 inner with one switch. Should i put the 2 actinics on the outside and the 11,000k and 6500k on the inside or have how i have it in the pic and have one of each turn on at the same time.
     
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  2. Covey

    Covey Scooter Blennie

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    That is really up to you. I always have a daylight in my dusk dawn cycle as the sun really doesn't set blue.

    How are you liking the T-5s? What do you think of brightness 260W PC vs. 218W of T-5HO?
     
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  3. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Well, i was able to get a good look with 2 t-5hos over the tank...and thats bearly dimmer than all 4 pcs...i cant wait to see it with all 4 bulbs! But the bulbs are so much brighter...when i had them on the ground and turned both on...my PCs looked so dull!
     
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