Is This Just Me?

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by Bruce, Mar 26, 2006.

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  1. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Well...right now i dont have any pics to compare my thought with...but well...i just was looking at my tank today...and it doesnt seem as bright as it used to be...this is not because the bulbs are old...i just replaced them about 1 month ago...im wondering if it is because im using the dual 10,000k/6,700k and the dual actinics instead of the pure 10,000k and actinic....anyone know?
     
    Bruce, Mar 26, 2006
    Bruce, Mar 26, 2006
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  2. Gresham

    Gresham Great Blue Whale

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    Naj, it's called getting older. As you age, your eyesight goes :D Next, you'll go bald :)
     
    Gresham, Mar 27, 2006
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  3. Zissou

    Zissou Fire Shrimp

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    ya bruce if feel ya. mine seems to dwindle some days and others it is sparkly bright. it all depends on what my corals are doing, also if my sand stays sifted by my critters it is always whiter. just some stuff to think about.
     
    Zissou, Mar 27, 2006
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  4. rickzter

    rickzter Torch Coral

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    I definetly can relate. On some days, the light looks good to me and some, not very satisfying. Oh well, the mysteries of reef lighting.
     
    rickzter, Mar 27, 2006
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  5. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    :biglaugh:

    Hey wait......THAT'S NOT FUNNY!!! :)
     
    amcarrig, Mar 27, 2006
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  6. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Well...do you think a 10,000k/6,700k and 460/420 actinic will look different than a 10,000k and reg actinic?
     
    Bruce, Mar 27, 2006
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