Are my T5's good for...?

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by ThatGuyWithFish, May 27, 2013.

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  1. Kevin_E

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    24 watt bulbs are 24" long so you will be able to use ATI or any other bulb that is for 24" fixtures.

    You should also be able to keep SPS in the tank just fine.
     
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  4. Kevin_E

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    Sorry. For some reason I was thinking your fixture was 18" long. I need to read completely. I saw "10 gallon" and just assumed.
     
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  5. ThatGuyWithFish

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    Oh so i was right.. Lol okay heck you had me confused too! Thanks again guys! Should i keep it one white one actinic or go two white? School me please... Need input lol

    Should i do.. ATI - Blue plus and a ATI - Coral plus?
     
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    I suggest the Blue Plus and Coral Plus, that is what I use on my tank.
     
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  7. Kevin_E

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    Yeah, my mistake lol. I was assiting someone locally with lighting for a 10 gallon and their fixture was only 18". That's a good combination.
     
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    24watt bulbs should be bigger than 18". I believe they are 24"
     
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    They are 24".
     
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  10. ThatGuyWithFish

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    Okay great i'll order those ATI bulbs. I also chose the 24" over the 20" so i could have better chance of finding replacement bulbs.
     
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