Noob T-5 bulb arrangement ?

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by jrwoltman, Jan 22, 2011.

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  1. jrwoltman

    jrwoltman Skunk Shrimp

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    I have an Odyssey 4 bulb T-5 light fixture and just got new bulbs for it. Since I am changing the bulbs I have a few questions. Currently they are arranged from front to back; Act-Act-Wht-Wht. Is there a better arrangement? Can I mix the bulbs without causing any damage to the fixture (obviously, I am not an electrician). It seems that having the actinics in the front and whites in the back doesn't distribute the spectrums evenly/equally across the tank. Since I have both sets on the same timer, where I put the bulbs isn't going to be affected by timer issues.

    I was thinking it might be better to go Wht-Act-Wht-Act or Act-Wht-Act-Wht. As always, all advice and comments are greatly appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Jim
     
    jrwoltman, Jan 22, 2011
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  2. jdog54

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    You can mix how you like as long as they are the same size/wattage ( I am sure they are since it is a fixture).
     
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  3. Matt Rogers

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    Moved to lighting board. Please post on right boards. Thanks.
     
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  4. jrwoltman

    jrwoltman Skunk Shrimp

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    Thanks jdog, that's what I thought.
     
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