Catalina Solar T5 light

[angyles]

it's a 150. I know 320 of t5 will be better than the shop lights, but I would like to have the flexibility of more wattage. I don't want to look back later and wish I got more. I can always take 1-2 bulbs out, reduce photo period, replace 1-2 bulbs with blacklight, etc. What I won't be able to do it easily add more strength if I want it later.

 

[archer772]

My only concern would be the quality of the tubes they send with it but you could always replace them if needed. I am adding a link for qaulity tubes if you are interested, she is going out of buisness so they are cheap.

https://diyreef.authsecure.com/shop/index.php?cPath=55_59_145

 

[echoofformless]

T-5's are wonderful. Even the NOs that I have give off more lumens with fewer watts than any PC lights. I guarantee that if you replace your shoplights with them even with fewer watts, your plants/corals will be much happier. Mine are.

 

[fishie111]

I bought 4 2xT5HO lights from Catalina- two 30in, one 36in and one 24in. They are very nice quality. Since I bought so many at once, they gave me a great deal. I would definitely buy from them again, in fact I am planning to- I'll be needing a 48 in fixture soon.

 

[fishie111]

BTW, if you call them, they will build a fixture to meet your needs (length, number of bulbs, etc.)- and the prices are no more than the ones listed on their website.

 

[angyles]

great to know! I think I will go ahead nad call them and get something jsut right.