help me id these bulbs!

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by Seancelebrity, Apr 28, 2012.

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  1. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Ugh that sucks, time for a new fixture. Thought, do the ends pop off of the old bulbs?
     
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  2. Seancelebrity

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    Nope just tried to take them off n they don't. So there is nothing I can do to find new bulbs?
     
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  3. 2in10

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    Try to Google Odyssea T5HO replacement bulbs.
     
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  4. Seancelebrity

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    Can't find a thing you would think they would have a cap you can put on a normal t5 and make it fit whatever I have
     
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  5. 2in10

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    Agreed that really sucks on the bulbs.
     
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  6. Seancelebrity

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    Guess I need to buy a new system :( the old lights are not agreeing with my tank :(
     
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    Sucks but you might have a better looking tank and happier coral with a new fixture. I would suggest you start looking at the AquaticLife fixtures. They have a solid reputation and nice amenities for a reasonable price.
     
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  8. Seancelebrity

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    I just bought a 2 bulbs t5 fixture a bit before I got this set up and it wasn't enough for my clam
     
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    Time for a set of TaoTronics LEDs off Ebay, I'd get the dimmable version.
     
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    Looking at your first photo, it seems the bulbs were retrofitted for T5. Did you buy it new or used?
     
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