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08-05-2009, 01:21 AM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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best MH reflectors
ok ive been hearing about these reflectors lumen brights or lumen max or something like that...the reason im wondering is i may be coming into a 175 watt MH light and ballast and i would buy a better reflector for it if i get it..this will be hanging over my 20 gallon and i think im gonna try some SPS and maybe a clam..i guess im asking which is the best one?would one 175 watt with the right reflector be enough light over my 20 high tank?anyone know where to get them for a decent price?as always thanks for the constant advice!-drew
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08-05-2009, 05:10 AM
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Gone Snorkeling...
  
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The Lumen Brights and The Lumen Max Elite are the best, followed by the Lumen Arc and then the Lumen max3
For the Dimensions of you tr tank, you are going to want to stay wirth the Lumen Max Elite or the Lumen max 3
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08-05-2009, 07:34 AM
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They call me EC
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08-05-2009, 01:09 PM
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Big Fishy
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thanks guys...i think im gonna go with the lumen max elite..!-drew
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08-05-2009, 01:23 PM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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its saying there are different reflectors for 150 and 250 watts..but it says nothing about for a 175 watt?the lumen max is 22 in wide!thats about 10 inches wider than my whole tank...will it matter?
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08-05-2009, 01:28 PM
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Big Fishy
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Location: Indiana
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|  | | LumenMax Elite - Mogul Base Reflector - 13 in. x 9 1/2 in. x 4 1/2 in.
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| | | LumenMax Elite - Mogul Base Reflector - 13 in. x 9 1/2 in. x 4 1/2 in. LumenMax Elite Reflectors are fabricated with 95% reflective German aluminum for quality and performance. This textured reflective material provides unmatched light uniformity and diffusion, virtually eliminating hot spots. The light weight, rust proof body is durable and easy to clean and maintain. Mogul base LumenMax Elite Reflectors feature an adjustable socket to center different lamps and a quick release mounting bracket for easy maintenance and installation.
how does this look?
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08-05-2009, 07:27 PM
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Gone Snorkeling...
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and there ya go.
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08-05-2009, 08:39 PM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Wichita, Kansas
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My favorite are the lumenarc III's =]
a 175 is going to be more than enough for a 20H!
I would go 175 incase you upgrade to a 75G and then you could just pick up another 175 and be set for most LPS and higher placed SPS.
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08-05-2009, 08:43 PM
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Gone Snorkeling...
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The problem wiht the lumenarc are the size. the lumen max elite are available in a smaller size for smaller tanks... they just don't make them in a 150w version...only 250-400... the do make the lumen max 3's in 150w which I have and love.
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08-05-2009, 08:44 PM
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They call me EC
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If you are mechanically inclined you can build one like these for about $35.
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08-06-2009, 12:19 AM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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elegance are you referring to the rack?im thinking i can make this light hang off my hanging chains that im using for my t5 light at the moment..or does this not sound feasible?and thanks for all the other comments and advice!-drew
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08-06-2009, 12:20 AM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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o i was also gonna ask about these 30 dollar spyder reflectors that melev uses...any opinions on those?-drew
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08-06-2009, 11:29 AM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Wichita, Kansas
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Lumenarc Mini III
Miniature version of our extremely popular Lumenarc 3. For tanks smaller than 2.5' X 2.5' or where a smaller footprint is ideal. Dimensions: 14.5"W x 14.5"L x 6.5"H. Optional A/C kit allows air cooling of the reflector and bulb through 2 4" duct attachments at either side of the reflector and includes glass. Use a few in line to cover your entire tank!
A local club reefer is currently making his just like the post above. Very sweet!
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08-06-2009, 12:48 PM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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are you suggesting this for my tank?or commenting to someone else? lol-drew
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08-06-2009, 06:44 PM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Indiana
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any opinions on the spider reflectors?
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