need help on getting new lights

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by RustyShakleford, Apr 16, 2010.

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  1. RustyShakleford

    RustyShakleford Feather Duster

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    ok here is the light fixture i have atm 48" 6x54W Nova Extreme PRO T5HO 3x10k/3x460nm Actinics by Current USA*(1081) - AquaCave im still using the stock light bulbs because i didnt have enough cash to purchase new ones when i got the item. What im wondering is what would be the best light for corals such as sps and lps, i have sps lps and softies in my tank. Also would it be alright to have all actinics or is that not possible? What i want to go for is a more blue look to the tank or purple (if thats possible). I appreciate the help and K+ to who ever posts
     
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  3. banthonyb71

    banthonyb71 Millepora

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    I would have a atleast some white. however you can get a bulb that is whitish blue. I believe Aqua Blue + is a popular one.
     
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  4. RustyShakleford

    RustyShakleford Feather Duster

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    what would be the best brand to get? also is there a reason to having a white light in the fixture?


    edit - when it comes to lights im not to bright.... no pun intended :)
     
  5. marlinman

    marlinman Zoanthid

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    I have t5's in my 210 that are 8x54W and 8x24W. I would get 3 ATI blue plus 450nm, 1 GE 6500K day light, 1 UVL Aquasun Pink 10K and 1 ATI Aquablue 12K or UVL 75/25 14K. Setup front to rear:
    ATI Blue plus
    GE 6500K
    ATI Aquablue or UVL 75/25
    ATI Blue plus
    UVL Aquasun
    ATI Blue Plus
    This will give your tank a similar bluer look just like mine. Go to www.reefgeek.com it will run about $120 + shipping.
     

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  6. RustyShakleford

    RustyShakleford Feather Duster

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    thats a great looking tank, thanks for the help
     
  7. Night-Rida

    Night-Rida Finback Whale

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    yea ati blue+ get 3 or 4 of those.. fiji purple, and 1 or 2 12k-14k bulbs..
     
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  9. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    If you want to get to more purple buy the fiji purple and get another ATI aquablue special in place of the GE.

    Placement
    BP
    Fiji
    BP
    Aqua
    BP
    Aqua
     
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