So with my 72g bow front and pressurized Co2... Would it be better with 216w of T5HO (6500 bulbs) or something like http://www.aquatraders.com/LED-Freshwater-Bright-p/56205.htm ??? Im asking because I have read that LEDs are much better at keeping algae/cyano (BGA) at bay... and not having to replace the bulbs would be nice
T5HO vs LED for high tech planted
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Go T5HO, LED's can be good but most of the prebuilt fixtures aren't good for anything other then low light. If you want LED's you'll have to make a DIY fixture.
I think at this point in time most people will agree that when it comes to plants T5's are the best bang for your buck, unless you want to DIY for LED.
Which HO fixture were you looking at?
Which HO fixture were you looking at?
well see I already have 216w of T5HO i got back at Xmas. And it runs great! I was just looking into LEDs for either if I upgrade to a 125 or if this light does fail. I have a bit of algae problem right now but im positive it is because I have not dosed any ferts of any kind. (Not many plants and fish yet actually) Even with half the light and 1.5bps co2 and heard LED seems to help with algae problems
Led's are the future! The newer fixtures are being made with better dispersion and penetration. Research it first though. I have seen many tanks with Led's that do seem to have less of an algae issue. I have not personally used them, but I will next. Oh, I have a 150g heavily planted tank.
Happy hunting!
Happy hunting!
LEDs prevent algae? I dont buy it.
Whatever you do you want to make sure that the proper amount of light makes it to the bottom of your tank.
I personally will stick with T5HO and T5NO for many many years before I switch to LED.
Whatever you do you want to make sure that the proper amount of light makes it to the bottom of your tank.
I personally will stick with T5HO and T5NO for many many years before I switch to LED.