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Old 11-26-2015, 05:36 AM
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I have an led/t5 fixture over a 24" deep tank and would like to know the best t5 bulb combo to grow and make lps and anemones look great. Thanks
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Old 11-26-2015, 07:26 AM
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How many bulbs ?
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Old 11-26-2015, 01:14 PM
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Which LEDs?
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In the end, I doubt you'll find 2 people that agree. Lighting coloration is highly subjective, and you have to play around with colors to find what you like.
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Old 11-26-2015, 06:09 PM
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These are 8 t5 bulbs and LED – CREE 2 rows Cool White, 1 row Royal Blue
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Old 11-26-2015, 07:32 PM
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In that case, my own preference is ATI bulbs, and I like the look of 4 blue+, 3 Coral+, and 1 KZ Fiji Purple.
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