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11-23-2010, 01:17 AM
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replacement bulbs
Just looking for opinions on a good repacement bulb, HQI 250 14,000 kh, double ended. Need to replace them, due to the amount of time I've used (14 months) the old bulbs. But don't want to break the bank, with top of the line, if i can get away with it. . Doug
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11-23-2010, 01:26 AM
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This website has most MH bulb/ballast combo's posted with par results. Pretty helpful in deciding lighting.
http://www.manhattanreefs.com/lighting
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11-23-2010, 01:31 AM
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I'm tagging along on this.. I can't find any 250 de bulbs that I like. vie tried Phoenix and aqua connect.. They are ok. AquAconnects IMO aren't worth the price. I wish Radium made a 250 de bulb.. I love my 400's and going to try the 150.
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11-23-2010, 01:32 AM
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Phoenix 14000ks are the shizznit
 .....call the shop for pricing( I think you will be pleasantly suprised )
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11-23-2010, 01:53 AM
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Pheonix are a good bulb, but I like Ushio even more. I just find Ushio with better color and consistant performance in the long haul. Both are a good choice.
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11-23-2010, 02:30 AM
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11-23-2010, 02:36 AM
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Phoenix 14K and XM 10K are my top two.
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11-23-2010, 03:02 AM
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Tagging along as I am due for bulbs as well .
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#9
11-23-2010, 03:06 AM
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The XM 10K is a good value. High PAR and low price. Great for growth but if you want nicer color then the Phoenix might be a better choice. That or run them with actinic supplementation.
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