Lighting - Thinking of upgrading from T5s to LEDs

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  1. map95003

    map95003 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I'm thinking of upgrading my 6x54W T5s (Indiv reflectors on WorkHorse 5 electronic balasts). I was looking into the ATI Power Modules and Constellation fixtures...

    LEDs have been around for a while now but I don't know anyting about them. Please share your experience, what brand, cost, results, power consumption (compared to T5s), pros, cons, etc. I need a 4' fixtre for m 75 g mix reef (softies, LPS and some SPS).

    thanks.
     
    map95003, Feb 1, 2010
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  2. map95003

    map95003 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    bump...no one running LEDs as their main source of light?
     
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  3. Av8Bluewater

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    My impression is that LED technology still have a little way to go to keep SPS coral optimum. I don't think you could go wrong with the ATI fixture..
     
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  4. 2in10

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    I would go with the ATI also, that is a real good upgrade. You will need to light acclimate if you get either unit. LED spectrum still has a way to go to match reef needs from what I have read.
     
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