CREE XP-E vs XP-G

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  1. oyf709

    oyf709 Bristle Worm

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    Just wanna know which one is better?

    Thanks
     
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  2. evolved

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    For? Comparing whites I presume?

    XP-G, if you ask me. Since they're capable of handling up to 1.5A (as opposed to 1A), they crank out more power. They are a touch more on the yellow side, but not enough to be an issue.

    Now for blues & royal blues, of course XT-E is the route to go (the XP-G series only has white).
     
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  3. Reef Breeders

    Reef Breeders 3reef Sponsor

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    But dont forget XTEs for the royal blues. XP-Gs are ~10% more efficient than white XTEs. The XPE is mostly used for colored (RGB) LEDs.
     
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    Good catch, and corrected. Intended to type "T" instead of "P".
     
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  5. oyf709

    oyf709 Bristle Worm

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    great info thanks
     
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