Fluorescent bulb suggestion

[garciwl]

Hi, I'm looking for suggestions for fluorescent bulbs since I have had my tank for 10 months with dual 48" bulbs (Sun-Glo and Flora-Glo) and it looks like it might be time to change. My tank is a moderaly planted tank.

I'm not sure what is my best option in terms of lighting. Would anyone have a suggestion as to what bulb make I should try next (i.e Tropic Sun, Flora Sun, Nutri Grow, etc)?

Thanks.

 

[Struc]

Often the "plant" or even "aquarium" bulbs aren't the best. I've had great luck with the GE Eco-Lux F40SP65-ECO 40w T12 bulbs. You can get them (I believe) at Menards or Home Depot, or other hardware stores.

 

[Mgamer20o0]

i agree. i would go find some day light bulbs from home depot or lowes.

 

[garciwl]

Thanks Struc and Mgamer.

I wasn't expecting your responses as an answer because the 'flora' bulbs really try to make the point of using 'their' spectrum for photosynthesis assistance. Does that even really work?

I'll take a look at the GE ECO lux for sure.

 

[Mgamer20o0]

i had Philips daylight bulb from Home Depot going for a long time. never had a problem. for me i see it as cost vs reward. the extra amount those bulbs cost i am not sure is worth what little reward i would get. i saved money on the bulbs and put it to other use.

 

[kj5kb]

ditto MG...I bought a pair of the 6500K daylight T8s @ HD today...~$7 for 2! Cheap enough to try and see how well they work for ya.