mh bulb question

[wenszoo]

I have a 90 gallon reef tank. I am currently running pc's and t5's. I just bought a used mh setup as follows (icecap 250w electronic ballast, mogul socket and reflector, and a 6 month old 10000k 250w bulb) I know I need to replace the bulb just trying to decide the best for my softies and zoanthids. I am going to place a one end of my tank. the other end will be for corals that take less light.

All opinions welcome

 

[twon8]

i would get a 12k reeflux bulb or 14k aquaconnect if you like it a bit bluer. I would keep the t'5s and get rid of the pc;s

what type and # of t5 bulbs are you currently running?

 

[mfinn]

I like the Hamilton 14k bulbs for my soft corals and zoanthids.

 

[bobafett]

I strongly recommend 14K bulbs. You get the best of both worlds. Not too washed out and not too blue. I have used several different brands and haven't seen too much of a difference in my tank. I currently use Radium bulbs. Check out this sight and click on the 250W Metal Halide Testing link to see what this persons tank looked like under different types of bulbs.

http://www.cnidarianreef.com/