The T5 Q&a Thread

[sbcaes]

would an ATI powermodule blow an aquactinics tx5 completely out of the water? and or be too much for softies in a 21" tank? or even an 18" tank?

 

[The Grim Reefer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10677431#post10677431 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by sbcaes
would an ATI powermodule blow an aquactinics tx5 completely out of the water? and or be too much for softies in a 21" tank? or even an 18" tank?

TX5 is more than enough for a 21" tall tank if you want to have softies.

 

[sbcaes]

but question is. would the Powermodule be too much? ie whats teh difference in par between the ati 36"6 bulb and the tx5 5 bulb? or would the ati be overkill? esp if i want to have a mixed reef. pros and cones of each if possible?

thanks!

 

[cato]

Grim what do you know about the Coral Vue and AquaZ lamps?? Any good?

 

[The Grim Reefer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10677881#post10677881 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by sbcaes
but question is. would the Powermodule be too much? ie whats teh difference in par between the ati 36"6 bulb and the tx5 5 bulb? or would the ati be overkill? esp if i want to have a mixed reef. pros and cones of each if possible?

thanks!

No, not really. The 4 lamp Powermodule will have a little more output. The Aquactinics unit gives you the extra lamp so you have more options for getting just the look you want. Really a toss up.

 

[The Grim Reefer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10677895#post10677895 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by chirocato
Grim what do you know about the Coral Vue and AquaZ lamps?? Any good?

AquaZ are OK. I've never used Coral Vue.

 

[sbcaes]

ah i'd be considering the 36" 6 bulb fixture =) so in your opinion grim. would it be worth the extra money? for that extra bulb given that the 4 (i'd be considering the 6)
bulbs puts out a lil more than the 5 bulb aquactinics?

 

[The Grim Reefer]

I'd rather have the Aquactinics than a 6 lamp Tek. 6 lamp Powermodule will be way bright. You'd have to run a couple actinics and keep the light at least 6 inches above the tank to keep from melting softies with that.

 

[mario8402]

does anyone have an upclose pic of an icecap slr reflector that comes with the 48" retro?? all I can find online are stock photos
Thanks~

 

[db_triggerfish]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10682405#post10682405 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mario8402
does anyone have an upclose pic of an icecap slr reflector that comes with the 48" retro?? all I can find online are stock photos
Thanks~

I am stepping out but later today, will take pictures of the ones i just got drop shipped from icecap, as they don't look like any stock photo i have seen. The stock photo makes them look better build.

Also what is up with the metal lamp holder in the stock photo, are they required and who sells them. I searched Reefgeek, marinedepot , and aquariumspecialty with no luck.

 

[The Grim Reefer]

3rd from the left is an Ice Cap

(from left Fauna Marin, Aquactinics, Ice Cap, Helios)

 

[coogarts]

Since I've decided on T5 lights for my new 36g bowfront, can anyone recommend a brand they trust or have had success with?

 

[rtgordon]

Since I've decided on T5 lights for my new 36g bowfront, can anyone recommend a brand they trust or have had success with?

If you are looking for a fixture, I recommend the Tek fixture. I have had it on my 72 bowfront for over a year, and I have had great success with this fixture. I imagine that there is one for your size tank.

 

[mario8402]

Grim, you are the man! apparently you are the T5 master lol

Is this an icecap?

 

[rtgordon]

Ok... here is a question. What two bulb combo would you guys recommend for a small 20L fish only/softy reef?

I want something to make fish/coral colors pop.

ATI Aquablue and UVL SA?
AB/B+? (worried about the actinic on this combo)
Other?

Let me know what you think.

Thanks,
Gordon

 

[coogarts]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10682648#post10682648 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by rtgordon
If you are looking for a fixture, I recommend the Tek fixture. I have had it on my 72 bowfront for over a year, and I have had great success with this fixture. I imagine that there is one for your size tank.

Excellent, that's one of the brands I've been looking at closely. Thanks.

 

[The Grim Reefer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10682659#post10682659 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mario8402
Grim, you are the man! apparently you are the T5 master lol

Is this an icecap?

Looks like it

 

[The Grim Reefer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10682667#post10682667 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by rtgordon
Ok... here is a question. What two bulb combo would you guys recommend for a small 20L fish only/softy reef?

I want something to make fish/coral colors pop.

ATI Aquablue and UVL SA?
AB/B+? (worried about the actinic on this combo)
Other?

Let me know what you think.

Thanks,
Gordon

For just 2 lamps I would use a Aquablue and Super Actinic

 

[mario8402]

Thanks alot
~mario

 

[Thinslis]

Ok there are WAY to many pages to this thread to read them all, like 600 pages or so?!? =)

My tank is 150g 48(l)x24(w)x30(d)

I bought a Tek Light 8x 54w setup used. I think the relfector is shot or at least needs a solid cleaning and some prayers.

The bulbs are also shot and unmarked.

What would be my best bulb selection for this fixture, I would like to keep SPS and clams.

Thanks,