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  1. DeepBlue1

    DeepBlue1 Plankton

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    I would like to say Hello to everyone and that I've been reading some of yours posts for sometime and finally decided to join. I have had a saltwater tank for about 5 years and just recently traded my 37gal in for my new 75 gal. I love it so far; The tank has been set up for about 6 weeks and for now its only a FOWLR but it would like to get some beginner corals so I've been trying to figure out what lighting to go with. I am new to corals and wanted to get some good advise from you guys. I've decided that I want T5's but not sure what to get. I know that I would to hang my fixture so I was wondering if you guys have any suggestions on which fixture would serve me best but at a good price?
    Thanks:)
     
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  2. Reef2Keep

    Reef2Keep Purple Spiny Lobster

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    As far as T5s, most people seem to recommend TEK or ATI for a fixture, both of which you can hang. I recently bought a tek and love it, plus it's very affordable. The ATI fixtures look amazing, however the difference in price can be a deal breaker....it was for me.

    -Welcome:) to 3reef-
     
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  3. the fisherman

    the fisherman Vlamingii Tang

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    First welcome to 3reef. Second a six or eight light fixture would be good for you. You would be able to keep many corals with that kind of fixture. I use mh so I'm sure someone here will chime in and let you know what would be a good brand for you.
     
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  4. divott

    divott Giant Squid

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    hey fisherman , you forgot about thirdly , wheres the pics . or is that why you need lights , to take some for us? :) but welcome to 3reef . and i agree with the tek fixture, good quality product.
     
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  5. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Welcome to 3reef.

    A 6 bulb fixture will do fine. Your bulbs will last longer and be more effective if you buy a unit with active cooling ( a fan).
     
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  6. the fisherman

    the fisherman Vlamingii Tang

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    Pics! Pics!
     
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  7. DeepBlue1

    DeepBlue1 Plankton

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    Hello the fishman, I'm trying to figure out how to post a pic. I'm trying.
    Thanks
     
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  8. Triggerfish

    Triggerfish Ritteri Anemone

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    Welcome to 3reef, in advanced posting there is a clip icon, click on it and you can upload the pictures to the post.
     
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  9. DeepBlue1

    DeepBlue1 Plankton

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    Pic

    Here is a pic of my 75 gallon.
     

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  10. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    Welcome! I have Teks and I love them. For your tank, I would suggest 6 bulbs. Not 8 - they will blind you! I have 8 on my 90 and it hurts my eyes, lol. For the depth of your tank, 6 bulbs would be just fine.
     
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