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Old 02-14-2009, 09:50 PM   #1
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What bulbs should i buy?


I need to replace the bulbs in my 8x54w t-5 fixture. I have a 60gal long reef tank full of SPS corals, what would be the best bulbs to buy?
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Old 02-14-2009, 11:41 PM   #2
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I answered in your other thread, my current preference is ATI brand bulbs.
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Old 02-21-2009, 08:53 AM   #3
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With that many bulbs, the sky's the limit. One bulb will effect the entire color output. I personally like ATI, UVL, Geisman.
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Old 02-23-2009, 10:22 AM   #4
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If you and your corals like what you have stay with it,
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