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Old 01-07-2013, 11:36 PM
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I'm still not convinced about the whole LED movement so I'm looking at getting a T5 Fixture...

Any thoughts on which would be best on a 60x30x20 tank?
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Old 01-07-2013, 11:41 PM
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I run only T5s with great success, its all about the bulbs! I run aquatic life fixtures and giesmann bulbs. You may be restricted though based on the size or your tank, I think aquatic life does make a 60" though...
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Old 01-07-2013, 11:47 PM
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For SPS ?
I would go for an ATI sunpower 48" long with 8 or even 10 bulbs...
with good bulbs (ATI,KZ,Giesemann, UVL)
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Old 01-07-2013, 11:49 PM
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maybe ill add I dont run SPS, and I run 6 across. My carpet and clams seem very happy.
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Old 01-07-2013, 11:51 PM
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I use t5 only and am having great results. Granted I'm relatively new to SPS but the few pieces I do have are growing nicely. My zoas and LPS love it too

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Old 01-07-2013, 11:53 PM
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I'm still not convinced about the whole LED movement so I'm looking at getting a T5 Fixture...

Any thoughts on which would be best on a 60x30x20 tank?
The ATI 60" fixture would be awesome on your aquarium. I run the ATI 8 x 80w T5 fixture on my 220 and the results are amazing. Here is a pic of how my tank looks today. ATI T5 bulbs are also an excellent choice.

My Tank as of 30 days ago:


And here is a link to a Reef Central, Tank of The Month using the same.
http://reefkeeping.com/joomla/index....k-of-the-month

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Old 01-07-2013, 11:56 PM
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What combo of bulbs are you using there? It's a great colour

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Old 01-07-2013, 11:56 PM
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Wow, that's a beautiful tank!

Which ATI fixture - Power Module or Sunpower?

What is your bulb selection and in what order? I am looking at the ATI's...
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What combo of bulbs are you using there? It's a great colour

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Wow, that's a beautiful tank!

Which ATI fixture - Power Module or Sunpower?

What is your bulb selection and in what order? I am looking at the ATI's...
Thank you. It is the ATI Sunpower 8 x 80w.
Bulbs are 3 ATI Coral Plus, 3 ATI Blue Plus and 2 Giesemann Actinic+

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Old 01-08-2013, 12:08 AM
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For actinics I love UVL super actinic... nice color and pop !

In my mind t5hO only or with MH is still the best and add to that a stunner strip of royal blue leds for night viewing and thats a perfect mix...
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