what are the good brands for MH lights?

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by fish addict, Jun 19, 2009.

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  1. fish addict

    fish addict Spaghetti Worm

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    i was wondering because i am looking for MH lights as most of you know and i am just trying to get the best MH lights for my reef tank thank you for your time and information and FYI i have a 21" deep hex reef tank that's about 65 gallons
     
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  3. sean_p_f

    sean_p_f Sea Dragon

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    Are you asking best bulbs or best ballast of are you looking for an all in one system?
     
  4. acemow

    acemow Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Bulbs, Current-USA MH bulbs, Petmountain.com, low price, great bulbs. If cost isn't really an issue, SunPod ballasts are very good!
     
  5. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    BlueLife SPS bulbs are very good with good color rendition. I have a Galaxy dual 250W ballast and like it very much.
     
  6. sean_p_f

    sean_p_f Sea Dragon

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    I also use the galaxy dual 250W with 20k radium bulbs and when i complete my upgrade to the 150 i will be adding an additional 250W galaxy balast.
     
  7. RemickJ

    RemickJ Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    I have a Current set up.. Like it alot.
     
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  9. Dr.Fragenstein

    Dr.Fragenstein Panda Puffer

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    As far as lamps go Ushio, XM and Phoenix typically top most lists....

    Ballsts, Blue Wave, Galaxy, Ice Cap and others are good...

    Reflectors, all of SLS are good, as are others but size might be an issue...
     
  10. vegasfish

    vegasfish Feather Star

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    I have Phoenix lamps and love the color!