ATI Coral Plus

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by mightyrae, Jan 19, 2012.

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  1. mightyrae

    mightyrae Spaghetti Worm

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    I know theres a lot of us ATI users out there. Was wondering if anyone has ever tried this bulb. BRS says its a cross between Aqua Blue Special and Blue Plus.
     
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  3. DBOSHIBBY

    DBOSHIBBY Sleeper Shark

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    Haha u must have got the email today that they are in stock now? I'm interested in this bulb too. I'm going to be ordering in a few weeks so I might try it out.
     
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    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    It's brand new so I don't think many people have experince with it yet. I'll be watching this thread.
     
  5. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Very interesting. Should be a good color bulb. I'll be interested to see what it looks like. From the description I would guess it has a light to medium blue tint to it. I think it would cut some of the harshness the AB has. I think it could replace the AB bulbs if you desired.
     
  6. Inertiatic

    Inertiatic Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I need to check this bulb out. I dislike the harshness of the AB special.

    Now just need to convince the wife I need a new bulb...
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Well I am getting close to needing new bulbs so I pulled the trigger on a couple of these bulbs since I needed some rodi filters. I will let you all know what I think after they arrive. They should be here Wednesday.
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    LOL, sounds like a good reason for a road trip to their shop.
     
  10. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    These bulbs are exciting!
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I agree ingtar.
     
  12. Inertiatic

    Inertiatic Bubble Tip Anemone

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    Haha, oh she would love that idea.

    Hopefully this bulb solves my OCD with my lighting. I've tried every different placement possibility with four bulbs, but can't get the perfect look. I have two blue+, purple+, and an AB special right now. if I swap in a third blue+ its just too blue. I thought about trying another purple plus, but didn't wanna lose too much par.