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sobe
05-31-2007, 08:40 AM
Just wondering if anyone have used or own this brand of light? Can you give me your opinions.

Im thinking of getting the 36" comes with 4x39w(2 actinic and 2 10k daylight) and 3 moonlights, seperate controls for the lights. Has a built in fan however from what I read it has a single reflector and not individual for only $233+tax. Considerebly cheaper than the TEK lights. BTW my tank is 18" high.

Delphinus
05-31-2007, 03:50 PM
From everything I've read and heard about T5's, individual reflectors is key key key. Otherwise you've just got a fixture that's comparable to a PC, ie., it's not bad, but not taking full advantage. If nothing else the T5 lamps have a lower replacement cost than PC's, but if you're going to go T5 why not go that extra step and get one with the reflectors.

DanG
06-08-2007, 01:17 AM
Delphinus is right, it's the individual reflectors that are key. Proper reflectors should be M shaped.

whatcaneyedo
07-14-2007, 02:39 AM
I'm kind of curious about these as well. I thought I'd get a 24" for my nano instead of replacing the PC bulb next month.