New DIY T5 fixture (pics)

[avshockey311]

Just built this today. Got the fixture from a friend who works at a lighting supply company for free. I still need to do the finish work and install the fans. Now my question is what bulb configuration should I go with over my 90 gallon?

 

[TKByrnes]

Is that going to sit ontop the tank or be suspended above it? the reason im asking is because if its going to sit on it it will be hard to get into the tank if needbe. Im sure you have thought about this im just asking.

 

[avshockey311]

It will be hanging above about 8 inches.

 

[avshockey311]

I started the finish work today. Here are a few shots. Did not get too far get dark here early now.

 

[thor32766]

wow sweet work!!!

 

[avshockey311]

Just ordered the bulbs. 3 Slimpaq 10K and 3 Slimpaq 420nm actinic. Is this going to be too blue?

 

[steve671]

where did you buy those bulbs from?

 

[avshockey311]

Drs. Foster & Smith

 

[klongo]

Out of curiosity, why the curved configuration of the bulbs?

 

[avshockey311]

The fixture started out at 23 inches wide and I needed to get it to 18 inches. I held the fixture over the tank with the factory bulbs and it seems to light very evenly. I hope to have it on the tank by Friday.

 

[jbittner]

Where do you live in Ne??? I live 2hrs south of Omaha.

 

[avshockey311]

Sidney

 

[Shiandy]

50% Actinic / 50% White is a good combo, I perhaps would have gone for 2 Actinics / 4 Whites, but thats just my preference.

Great job on the fixture btw, looking good.

 

[sleevasteve]

Why can I not see the pics??