Help me choose my lights

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by cuttingras, Oct 26, 2008.

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Help me decide

Poll closed Oct 28, 2008.

  1. #1(Catalina Aquarium Lighting)

    4 vote(s)
    57.1%

  2. #2(Nova Extreme Pro)

    3 vote(s)
    42.9%

  3. #3 you recommend for me, but keep it right around 600 bucks and no MH's

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%
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  1. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    Ok help me choose.

    here's what the person has said to me in emails about these......

    CA aquarium. UL listed. Made in USA with 5 year warranty. You can request any bulbs during check out (10k, 20k, 65k, actinic).
    we do have replacement bubl.
    Ballast is workhorse ballast.
    great unit. we also offer satisfaction guarantee or your money back policy.
    yes, it has a lens, you can request any bulbs during checkout and there will be no extra charge.
    length is 60" bulbs Replacements cost 15- 35 dollars depending where you get them.

    #1 72'' Aquarium Light T5 HO 10 x 80 NEW Moon Lunar Reef - eBay (item 190258158093 end time Nov-08-08 04:14:25 PST)

    or these.......

    #2 Current USA Nova Extreme Pro T5 Aquarium Lighting Fixture, 12X39 Watt, 72 inch



    what sucks is I've read great reviews on both, but I just don't think the Nova's will be enough light on the 135, it is top to bottom 26".......
     
    cuttingras, Oct 26, 2008
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  2. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    well the no MH clause in the other category pretty much killed my suggestion.

    the nova isn't enough light
     
    sostoudt, Oct 26, 2008
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  3. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Well, if I could only coose from those two, I would pick the first one( 10 X 80w bulbs). Luna
     
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  4. luvreefs23

    luvreefs23 Millepora

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    I just got the aquatinics 72" constellation for my new 180. Id say that but will cost u around 350 more. :(
     
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  5. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Just wondering why you don't want MH?
     
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  6. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    the heat issues and hubby says NO :confused: :confused: :confused:
     
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  7. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Heat issues are definitely a concern.....
     
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  8. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    yeah... especially here in GA. hard enough to keep this house cool in the summer as it is.....
     
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  9. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I chose #1 after checking them both out. Twice the wattage. The only concern I would have is that it's somewhat of an "off" brand. Meaning, ballasts/parts may be sheisty. I'd still go with it though. If anything you will have a fixture that is up-grade(able) if parts aren't super quality. Kinda like what I (and other odyssea users) am finding out.
     
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  10. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    yeah that's what I figured too plus it can't be too bad a fixture, it's got a 5 year warranty!
     
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