T5 KZ Fiji Purple

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by Aqualung, Aug 25, 2009.

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  1. Aqualung

    Aqualung Stylophora

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    I have 2 ATI Blue+, a UVL super Actinic, and the KZ Fiji Purple in my T5 fixture now. Was thinkin of swapping the Fiji Purple with a UVL 12k that I have. Would my coral do better under this combo?
     
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  3. Dr.Fragenstein

    Dr.Fragenstein Panda Puffer

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    What is the coral in question? What is the problem? The FP puts out more PAR than the UVL lamp does, and will pick up more of the red pigmentation of the corals...
     
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    I have a pink Birds Nest and an acro at the top, LPS - Candycane and Trumpet mid tank.. zoas at the bottom. No problems, just wondering which lamp would cause more growth.
     
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    Dr.Fragenstein Panda Puffer

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    The FJ will put out more PAR... But PAR is not the only factor in growth, species, amount of available food, water quality/params and flow are all factored in.
     
  6. Aqualung

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    Cool was just weighing my options and pondering which bulb would be better. Tanks!