Which T5HO bulbs?

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by MrOcean, Jan 13, 2011.

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  1. MrOcean

    MrOcean Bristle Worm

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    Hi all,

    I have a dual Coralife T5HO fixture over my 29 gallon. I've been running the stock bulbs (Coralife 10K, Actinic).

    It's almost time to replace the bulbs and I'm curious what everyone thinks would be a good dual combo? Brands?

    Thanks!
     
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  2. 2in10

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    ATI Blue Plus and ATI Aquablue Special
     
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  3. TruespeedEM1

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    x2!!
     
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  4. telstar

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    Why?? I find it very confusing trying to pick out bulbs. Why do you recommend those colors above all the others??
     
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  5. SnooknRedz

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    Research, and experience. just like everything else in this hobby. I agree with 2in10 he hooked me up with my bulbs. Youll be a happy reefer.
     
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  6. TruespeedEM1

    TruespeedEM1 Skunk Shrimp

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    I just put in my 2 ATI Blue+ bulbs and the difference is awesome.
     
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  7. ultramafic

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    I have a 4 bulb combo, and the Ati blue plus and Ati aquablue's come on first as my dawn/dusk lights, and this is by far when my tank looks the best.
     
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  8. 2in10

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    The blue plus is an actinic on steroids and the aquablue special is a white bulb that helps your coral color up. This combination has a lot more usable light for your coral's growth than your previous bulbs.
     
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