Would these lights be better than my 4 power compacts

I just bought these for my 30 long frag tank. they are really nice. I was surprised to find that it even has a really nice reflector on it. Not individual but a dual one. The only drawback is it only has a single cord. but you cant beat the price or the shipping right now!

I also have 1 of their 30 MH / PC combos which works very well.

 

Man every one has to start some where! You had a 4 at one time just like I did.

But I do agree about the picture, not a good way to sell a used Item, need to show what your buying.

 

gazog do you have a pic of it. what does it look like. and do you think I should use it in combination of one of my PC fixtures.

 

Yes that exactly what it is a retro for a hooddo you have a full hood ?If so there may another option for you ? But 200.00 for a set of lights is not going to buy you much for a 75 gal .

 

I do not have a hood :-[ I just have the glass top.

 

does any one else have an opinion on these lights. Free shipping to.
48" 216W (4-54 watt) Quad HO T5 Fluorescent Light Fixture (W/B) Slim Series - 506051

 

You would be wise to toss the glass tops out and off of the tank..

 

If I had the money to throw around I would.

 

You could use eggcrate instead of the glass tops. Keeps things in (or out) and allows the tank to breathe. Home Depot sells it for around $10. Something like 3 feet by 2 feet (or maybe 4x2). It's in their lighting section.

 

Is it plastic and would my lights not melt it if it were and reeron thanks for the pic