Fluorescent bulbs are categorized as normal output no high output ho and very high output vho.
Best t5 bulbs for coral growth.
My current bulb combination is.
As a beginner the power and user friendliness of hybrid fixtures is.
Smaller in diameter than traditional bulbs the t5 became the standard for high output aquarium light fixtures.
Drop that purple and get a 6500 bulb buddy.
I have a 48 4 bulb t5 fixture over my 40 gallon long.
Why does brs recommend this.
The thin t5 bulb allows for individual reflectors which focuses more light into the fish tank.
You receive the precision and spectra flexibility of t5 bulbs with the efficiency and control of led fixtures.
The combination that i was thinking of switching to is to use 3 of.
You will also see some bulbs marked v ho for variable high output.
This fixture combines led and t5 bulbs.
Ati t5 bulbs use the latest advances in phosphors which make the color and manufacturing techniques to produce bulbs with higher output better coloration.
Ati has been some of the most sought after bulbs in the reef aquarium hobby.
Custom bulbs are available that provide light energy in variety wavelengths and colors with the goal of duplicating natural sunlight or adding specific wavelengths that are beneficial to coral growth and coloration.
T12 bulbs are the thickest t8 is the average size you are probably used to and t5 bulbs are about as wide as your finger.
His coral growth and vibrancy didn t meet its health and visual potential.
T5 bulbs impeccable quality t5 bulbs at a great value beautiful coral color.
I am trying to get the best bulb color combination i really like the 20k look i want decent par for coral growth i want to keep a variety of corals from soft to sps.
That is the 6 bulb combo i run.
6 bulb i would toss in another blue and ati coral bulb.
More than 17 years of proven results since their introduction to the market in 2000.
If you re looking for a t5 reef fixture a 4 bulb t5 fixture is great for a planted tank shallow reef or soft coral reef tank while an 8 bulb t5 fixture will support high light.
With ati bulbs you can use a single color on its own or you can mix and match to make the ultimate spectrum.
Can t find where to buy the giesemann 6500k can you send me a link please.
3 blue and a giesmann 6500k is my favorite for 4 bulb.
Great stand alone bulb just introduced by ati to stimulate coral growth.