hqi bulbs

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by gianni, Dec 17, 2008.

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  1. gianni

    gianni Astrea Snail

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    hi all
    anyone has experience with this kind of hqi bulbs?
    they sell through ebay .

    Light Spectrum Enterprises, Inc (a.k.a Trust_Deals Lights)
     
    gianni, Dec 17, 2008
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  2. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

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    I would go with a trusted name, IMHO. I bought a 4 pack of 65W non-brand CF lights on ebay once because I didn't want to spend $20 on Coralife bulbs. The bulbs lasted 4 months before, either burning out completely, or spectrum shifting and causing algae growth. In my experience, spending $40 on that 4 pack was a complete waste of money that could have bought 2 quality lamps. Remember the saying "you get what you pay for" is generally true.
     
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  3. infamous

    infamous Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    No i've never heard of them.

    Go with a major brand and save yourself some time, money and frustration.

    I like Ushio bulbs from personal experience but there are so many brands to pick from.
     
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