Replacement MH's for Sunpod

[charmander59]

Any suggestions for replacement of the 150 de MH bulbs in my Sunpod on a 75g mixed tank? I have 2 aquablue T-5's as supplements.

The Sunpod has an electronic ballast, but I don't know what kind? I want more growth, so something with a high PAR that is not too yellow. From reading these lighting posts, it sounds like the XM 10K or Phoenix 14K would be good choices. Will either work on the Sunpod? Other good choices?

Thanks!

 

[schneijt]

The sunpod will fire any double-ended 150w bulb. I really love the color of the 14K Phoenix (250w) bulbs in the Aqua Spacelight on my 75gal, and I get good growth. But growth is about more than just light... However, I find that 14K are plenty blue enough for me and give me good growth.

Hope this helps,
Joe

 

[charmander59]

Thanks! I was leaning toward the Phoenix.