A t5 ho fixture typically comes in 4 6 or 8 bulb configurations.
Best t5 bulbs for coral growth.
I consider this the best of both worlds.
I have a 48 4 bulb t5 fixture over my 40 gallon long.
6 bulb i would toss in another blue and ati coral bulb.
Fluorescent bulbs are categorized as normal output no high output ho and very high output vho.
With ati bulbs you can use a single color on its own or you can mix and match to make the ultimate spectrum.
The thin t5 bulb allows for individual reflectors which focuses more light into the fish tank.
T5 bulbs impeccable quality t5 bulbs at a great value beautiful coral color.
Can t find where to buy the giesemann 6500k can you send me a link please.
His coral growth and vibrancy didn t meet its health and visual potential.
Smaller in diameter than traditional bulbs the t5 became the standard for high output aquarium light fixtures.
Ati has been some of the most sought after bulbs in the reef aquarium hobby.
My current bulb combination is.
More than 17 years of proven results since their introduction to the market in 2000.
Custom bulbs are available that provide light energy in variety wavelengths and colors with the goal of duplicating natural sunlight or adding specific wavelengths that are beneficial to coral growth and coloration.
As a beginner the power and user friendliness of hybrid fixtures is.
With their bright crisp colors ati are our number one choice when it comes to t5 bulbs.
Great stand alone bulb just introduced by ati to stimulate coral growth.
You receive the precision and spectra flexibility of t5 bulbs with the efficiency and control of led fixtures.
That is the 6 bulb combo i run.
You will also see some bulbs marked v ho for variable high output.
If you re looking for a t5 reef fixture a 4 bulb t5 fixture is great for a planted tank shallow reef or soft coral reef tank while an 8 bulb t5 fixture will support high light.
I am trying to get the best bulb color combination i really like the 20k look i want decent par for coral growth i want to keep a variety of corals from soft to sps.
Ati t5 bulbs use the latest advances in phosphors which make the color and manufacturing techniques to produce bulbs with higher output better coloration.
The combination that i was thinking of switching to is to use 3 of.
Why does brs recommend this.
Drop that purple and get a 6500 bulb buddy.