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$200 for a stingray 10 yrs ago. $75 for coral.
ReefGeek > Lighting > Power Compact Fluorescent > Bulbs Id recommend uvl 454 blue and uvl 14k for ur bubs. these are the best ive used hands down.
Im using 2 175w 14k bulbs on my 55g. i also use 8 cree leds for blue actinics. space is limited on 55g tanks, so u can use some 20k bulbs if u prefer...
wattages usally are dependent on how deep the tank is. for under 24" deep 175w are ok. deeper than 24" to 30" 250w are better. most mh have a 2sqft...
does it come with the overflow box and hoses to? you can PM me back. how much to ship to tampa 33619?
also would like to note if there is a humming sound coming out of the ballast while running then its a magentic one.
A Picture of the ballast would help. there should be a label with model name and # too. if the ballast is over 10lbs then its most deifinitely a...
I still using a t5 unit from odyesea and no problems. but the light bulbs aren't great as are the reflectors.. so your better off getting a better...
Good info here, K++++
Ati,giessman, or uvl brands are very popular
3x175w MH for shallow tank or 3x250mh for taller tank. maybe 2 t5's for actinics or led strip.
one cube a day is plenty, make sure to rinse cube in fine mesh net prior to putting into tank. I would advise your next water change to be 50% new...
wrasse swim alot.
check to see if the wires going to the connectors are tight. if u switch the bulbs around and it doesnt do the same thing, then maybe the one ballast...
alot of people wont recommend oydessa t5 ebay fixtures, but it will get you started atleast.. the bulbs and reflectors are not good, but it will get...
30g biocube, or try to pick up a 40g breeder or 55g. thats about the smallest I would go.
yup need a new t5ho fixture. sockets ballasts etc wont work from old t8 unit.
the overflow box keeps the display tanks water level. it wont siphon unless it has enough water to overflow through the slats. every tank is...
definitely a improvement. welcome to the MH club!! you should see a little better growth rate on that tank over the next few months,,
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