T5 bulb combos

[SynDen]

Yep that is what I am thinking. So many possible combos, I will likely order 6 bulbs and try out different combinations to see which one works best. Although also thinking that maybe I should go ahead and order a stunner strip ahead of time and then change my bulbs accordingly to go with it

 

[CRW Reef]

I wouldn't plan to see a much of a difference with a stunner strip on if you all t5s ripping. I can't see anything with only 2- t5s and my 48" 24 watt Stunner LED 445nm Blue.

Def a great addition for sunrise, sunsets independent pop though!

 

[SynDen]

Ya would expect to much out of them with all lights on, but would certainly like them for that sunrise sunset time period
Was think of going to the magenta/blue combo or just the blue, havent decided yet.

 

[Andrew_bram]

Have you considered a DIY led strip rapid had ones you don't even have to sauder

 

[Andrew_bram]

Under my t5 I don't have pop however the corals just have a really nice coloration to them.

 

[SynDen]

Have you considered a DIY led strip rapid had ones you don't even have to sauder

Hadnt really thought of that, but maybe worth some research. Never built any lights or anything like that but might be fun project to learn

 

[Andrew_bram]

There are cheaper ways then them but you would have to sauder them

 

[Andrew_bram]

Also it would be 3 watt led so with enough you would definitely get some pop

 

[Cake_Boss]

Under my t5 I don't have pop however the corals just have a really nice coloration to them.

I beg to differ sir, your colors pop like if you had some LEDs under the hood.

Sent from my tablet using a rock and chisel

 

[Andrew_bram]

Thanks Jamie.

 

[Dr.DiSilicate]

i'd run 2 or three blue plus with an actinic plus. If you do the stunner strip, or similar, i'd add a coral plus to the mix. I love the color options with t5. For 20 bucks you can totally change the look of your tank. The coral plus have a ton of blue with a lot of par. Coral plus are a nice color and par, similar to a 10k halide.

 

[Ghxst]

in my small tank I run 2 55w t5 pc 10k/atinic and 1 foot(6 bulbs) of Illumilux Marino Blu 50/50 Royal Blue(450nm) - Blue(470nm) 3W Cree xpe by vertex. I am sure you can DYI something equivalent but it sure does add that extra pop and my sps really love it. I heard that there are full spectrum t5's now, maybe that will help?

 

[daveydoodle]

Here's the last combo I went with, I think the colors look pretty good. Mostly the greens , yellows and blues really pop out. Also, here's a great article and some advice from GrimReefer.
(Front to back)
ATI Blue+
ATI Purple+
ATI Blue+
ATI Blue+ GE 6,500K Starcoat
ATI Blue Plus
http://home.comcast.net/~stevelarse...s/&PHPSESSID=fbae41825494c07f5fb11dfd65ea1aea

 

[SynDen]

Here's the last combo I went with, I think the colors look pretty good. Mostly the greens , yellows and blues really pop out. Also, here's a great article and some advice from GrimReefer.
(Front to back)
ATI Blue+
ATI Purple+
ATI Blue+
ATI Blue+ GE 6,500K Starcoat
ATI Blue Plus
http://home.comcast.net/~stevelarse...s/&PHPSESSID=fbae41825494c07f5fb11dfd65ea1aea

Thanks for that, very helpful article

 

[rplank]

I just got my order and tried some different combos. Here is what I tried:

Option 1:
Blue+
KZ Fiji Purple
Coral+
Blue+

Option 2:
Blue+
Blue+
Coral+
Blue+

Option 3:
Blue+
KZ Fiji Purple
Blue+
Blue+

The Fiji purple really made the reds stand out, including all the cyanobacteria on my sandbed! My wife really liked the deeper blue of option 2. She prefers the almost windex look. Decided to keep her happy.
I really like the Coral+ with the Blue+ ×3 combo. Coral+ is very crisp white. No yellow tint to it at all.
If my cyano was under control, I would probably keep option 1. If I had a 5 or 6 bulb setup I would definitely throw it in the mix.

I was going to post pics of the options but my camera doesn't pick up much difference. Until I get rid of the fiji purple, anyone is welcome to come over and look at the different options.

 

[Andrew_bram]

The coral plus with blue plus will give you some excellent growth and color.

 

[rplank]

My zoanthids definitely love the combo already! Full skirt extension I haven't seen for a while! And the 50% actinic in the blue+ really makes stuff fluoresce!

 

[Andrew_bram]

Remember that you just replaced bulbs. And they are ati so way more powerful watch for signs of cooking corals

 

[rplank]

Remember that you just replaced bulbs. And they are ati so way more powerful watch for signs of cooking corals

Ok. Thanks! Ill cut my bright photoperiod down for a while. I'm off work this week so I'll keep a close eye on it.

 

[Andrew_bram]

Sounds good. Hope you enjoy t5 like I do