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05-13-2006, 05:15 AM
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Sure it will cool down some with an additional clip on fan over a sump, but it's still a concern. Especially having heat coming from a 250w MH bulb, over less than 46 gals. I know....... | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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05-13-2006, 01:00 PM
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| Hotwheels  Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bx, NY
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When considering lights the inhabitants and long term budget comes to play. halides are great, but one must way the scales. Will it be affordable long term vs. other lighting systems. T-5's will do well for your size tank and to not leave out PC; Current just came out w/ a 4x130w bulb system (520w), just to help you out: http://www.current-usa.com/orbit.html good luck w/ the choose, keep us posted w/ pics when u do decide Last edited by Hotwheels; 05-13-2006 at 01:02 PM. |
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