Feb 22, 2023 · As you noted, every metal halide bulb will offer the full spectrum with the representation in all bands. I also think the IR is important for the balance of the spectrum, just like in nature. Also, the metal halide spectrum comes in a golden package where we find glitter lines, intensity and distribution, when applied correctly.

Nov 2, 2024 · Hello, There are threads in the archive with pictures of tanks under various halide bulbs, however, many of those bulbs are no longer in production. I thought it may be helpful to see what some of the currently available bulbs look like. …

Aug 13, 2014 · 48" Metal Halide + T5 716W This MH + T5 48” is THE reefer’s light. A space saving combo unit combines 2x 250W HQI metal halide, 4x 54W Actinic Blue T5 HO lamps, and 6x Bluemoon LED into one single unit. This unit also features external HQI controller, heavy duty cooling fan, mounting legs, and anodized aluminum housing.

Sep 13, 2023 · Currently I’m running a Gen 4 XR30 on the 40g cube and two AI Primes on the frag tank. My initial plan was to run one side of the frag tank as sps and one side zoas/ lps, which is why I opted for two separate primes. I’m now leaning more towards doing all SPS in the frag tank and have been entertaining the idea of a metal halide/led hybrid.

Feb 15, 2012 · With some of the best metal halide bulbs, like the Japanese single ended Iwasaki 250W/400W 6500K, the German singe ended Ushio 250W 14K, and the German single ended Radium 250W/400W 20K discontinued, many of us wonder how the metal halide users will "survive" in this hobby in the future! I was...

Feb 16, 2022 · I got some Hamilton Pendants and T5's 14k metal halide and it looks amazing. It's proven, simple, and effective. Granted my tank is new and the lights are off right now but I ran the exact same system 15 years ago with the exact same lights and grew SPS like crazy. I had to cut them back as they fought for real estate.

Jan 5, 2022 · I’m interested in Metal Halide Hybrids, specifically 250W, and I’m in the process of constructing a floating canopy to accommodate them. Considering my tank, I’m seeking advice on whether I should opt for: • 2 Reef Brite 15” Metal Halide Hybrids • 1 …

Nov 19, 2009 · About 10 years ago, I had an identical-sized tank with 3x 250W Metal Halide Radium 20k lights, 2x Super Actinic VHO's, and some blue LED's for night time. I absolutely LOVED that that look - the shimmer, the punch, etc was just perfect.

Nov 29, 2018 · I’m totally new to metal halide lighting but a die hard t5 guy. Currently in the process of planning a 500 gallon 8x3x3 tank and a member on a Facebook group suggested 3 metal halides instead of going LED. If I go LED it will be 4x orphek atlantiks with 8x 54watt t5 (4x atinic and 4x blue...

May 4, 2022 · Metal Halide with Advanced Quad T5 Fluorescent Lighting Choose from 250w or 400w model with single(2ft), double(4ft) or triple(6ft) single ended lamp. Fixture is 17.25 x 3.5in wide. Metal halide ballast sold separately.