Way to convert a T5 fixture to LED ?

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  1. jdameli1

    jdameli1 Torch Coral

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    Is there a way or kit to use the housing of an old T5 light?
     
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  2. 1fishyguy

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    my guess would be just remove t5bulbs and buy a DIY led kit and install them in the housing.. should be pretty simple
     
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  3. szrazzt

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    You probably could reuse the case after gutting it. Heat may end up being an issue though
     
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    Heat?? Leds dont really give off any heat..
     
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  5. Jake

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    A guy at my LFS made a LED fixture using the shell of an old coralife T5 fixture. He said the metal housing of the coralife fixture actually made a really nice heat sink. Plus, those coralife fixtures go bad all the time so at least you're making use of it!
     
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    yeah I wouldnt wory about heat from leds. you could do diy leds, or led strips or just about anything with a fixture
     
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  7. jdameli1

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    Where would be the best place to get DIY kits? And how many lights would I need for a 72 gal tank
     
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