T5 fixtures

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by rickkaz11, Mar 26, 2009.

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  1. luvreefs23

    luvreefs23 Millepora

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    dont forget ATI
     
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  2. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    ATI fixtures are more expensive, but as Dr. Fragenstein has mentioned, they have really good reflectors. They use individual, parabolic, silver coated reflectors. You could go with a 6 bulb configuration and be perfectly fine.
     
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  3. Dr.Fragenstein

    Dr.Fragenstein Panda Puffer

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    Supposedly the reflectors are not of the same quality aluminum as Aquactinics and Tek, thats why they always wipe clean... No salt stains like the others mentioned.

    Vinegar and ZEP stainless steel cleaner works well.

    Happy lighting!
     
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  4. rickkaz11

    rickkaz11 Plankton

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    Yeah, I'm leaning towards the solar flare Thanks
     
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  5. marlinman

    marlinman Zoanthid

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    Are you using a canopy? Do you need a retrofit? Do you know as long as you have decent reflectors and the RIGHT bulbs you'll be fine. I have an 8x54W retrofit kit with all new upgraded bulbs and it cost me around $500. The unit is 47" x 12" and I have it in my 120 gal tank. You could go with either a 6x54 or 8x54 and be fine. The bulbs are the key. I paid $150 from reefgeek.com for my bulbs and it's awesome looking. PM me for particulars.
     

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