Which reflector

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by Robman, Mar 9, 2010.

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  1. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    There won't be. ReefCentral's selling forum is the best for finding used aquarium equipment. I've bought quite a bit there and saved hundreds.
     
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    150 Tall correct?

    I am using the Icecap pendants in mine bracketed by 2 rows of t5 and 2 rows of VHO.

    Finding a reflector small enough to bracket is difficult. You can go ultra cheap with the hellolights HQI reflector for 39 bucks. The Ice Cap one is more expensive, but much better quality, and still fits nicely.

    The caymen one is fairly nice too, but more square and harder to fit in a hood.
     
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    Thanks I will check it out!!:)
     
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    Normal 150 72x18x24 I see you are running 1250w
     
  6. ZachB

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    You're welcome. Reflectors feel so cheap it's amazing how much they cost. They're no place to skimp though if you can hold off on the purchase, they really make a difference.
     
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    I just went over there...Do you have to be a member? I could not find the classifieds
     
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    Oh yea. You do have to join, I only go there to post in the club forum and buy stuff. I saved around $300 on reflectors and MP40's alone.
     
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    Ok I will do that!!:)
     
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    Unfortunately, you have to have like fifty posts or something like that to view their classifies section. (recent change)



    Yup, a crap load of watts. Needed 4 instead of 3 MHs due to the center brace. I can grow SPS on the sand though, so it is worth it to me.
     
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    hahahaha I can only afford to start with 2 400w. I will probably add a 3rd later.