I have an Aqualight Pro 150W with 2 x 65W actinics. This is over my 58G. I am focusing my efforts on Lords (Indo and Non Indo), Micros, and other LPS / Softies. I tried a 150W DE Radium but after 2 months the bulb had smoked over and my corals were reaching for light. I currently have a Phoenix 14K and am pleased but wanted to try another 20K to get the best coloration. Can someone tell me of a good 20K that gives both good color and growth? I do not mind spending a little more for a good bulb. Thanks!
Best 20K Bulb Suggestions Please
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SimilanRocks
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check this out
http://www.marinedepot.com/aquarium_lighting_metal_halide_bulbs_information.asp?CartId=
I heard 20k XM is good. but i never tried.
http://www.marinedepot.com/aquarium_lighting_metal_halide_bulbs_information.asp?CartId=
I heard 20k XM is good. but i never tried.
I had those 20k XM on my old 55g, it was beautiful & my corals grew very well under them - mixed reef w/LPS, a clam, Softies, & a single SPS. However, I had to replace at least every 8 mos, they don't seem to last as long as a year. This was confirmed by the owner of my LFS who is a very good one. I didn't mind because of the awesome coloration they brought out in my system. I was recommended them by Dr. Mac & Sons - they use them & sell them so if you want more info on them you may want to email them. When I set up my larger system I am planning on using them again.
RandomHero1
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dude check out ushio's. My store just outfitted the whole fishroom with ushio 400's and it looks sick!
Update... I went from a 14K Phoenix to a 20K XM. Man is it blue! Of course I knew that it would be. Anyway I went ahead and replaced 1 of my 65W Actinics with a 50/50 bulb that I had on hand and it tones the blue down a little. Now that I have tried 4 different 150 W DE MH bulbs (Coralvue 10K, Phoenix 14K, Radium 20K, XM 20K) I will probably go back to the Phoenix 14K when it is time to replace it again. IMO it gives the nicest color all around.
