T5 HO light fixture from homedepot

[jdezek]

A fellow reefer and I run a DIY LEDs and are looking at adding T5's also. We found a two bulb T5 HO fixture 4' for $30-40 but not sure if it will have the same output or effect as aquarium T5 fixtures. This is the link.

http://m.homedepot.com/p/Lithonia-L...rip-Light-ZR-2-54T5HO-MVOLT-GEB10PS/203137160

 

[71xlch]

No, you want individual reflectors for each bulb. Ideally active cooling as well. I didn't see if the ballasts are program start either.

 

[jdezek]

Active cooling? Program start?

 

[Reef Frog]

No reflectors.

No splash lens, no saltwater proof engineering whatsoever. Don't expect much reliable long term performance especially on a big deep tank like you have. But it should be fine for forma temporary rig but remember it's probably Chinese junk made to the lowest standards.

 

[jdewolftx]

I am considering using the same thing. Not to hijack your thread or anyThing but, my application is to supplement the two radios 30's that I have on the tank. This is not for intensity but rather for better light distribution.

Will it work for this purpose?

Has anybody tried this unit?

-Jeff

 

[knap_123]

I no this is not ideal t5 setup. But what do you think about these? There at home depot also.

 

[cougareyes]

I know a guy using these on a 40 breeder frag tank for years. For the investment I think it's worth a try. There are some at hd with better reflectors. Alot of people remove the splash guard anyway, I did when used t5s, bulbs run cooler therefore higher par. I never splash my lights, at minimum you may get some rust from evap, but that is even unlikely. If you are not worried about esthetics, especially for supplemental lighting, I'd say go for it. If you get the results you are looking for, then you can make the investment into the ATIs.