FYI lighting

[ambage]

After looking at Tek lighting on several aquaria websites I decided to google the name brand and found it MUCH CHEAPER on a website called horticulturesource.com. Maybe everyone already knows this but I thought I would share...

It was at least a hundred less than on marinedepot's site.

2 x POWER CHROME MIDDAY 54 WATT 48" T-5 HIGH OUTPUT FUORESCENT LAMP (531030) = $35.76
2 x POWER CHROME ACTINIC + 54 WATT 48" T-5 HIGH OUTPUT FUORESCENT L (531010) = $36.34
2 x 4FT T5 6500K LAMP/TL5HO/54W 865 - BLUE (901588) = $23.70
1 x SUN SYSTEM? TEK-LIGHT? T5 - 46 (4FT - 6 LAMP) (960105) = $323.98
1 x TEK-LIGHT T-5 FULL FIXTURE PROTECTIVE ACRYLIC LENS FOR 4' - 6 L (904225) = $26.98
1 x TEK-LIGHT T-5 TANK BRACKET KIT (960210) = $51.97

 

[cali_reef]

That price for Tek light is pretty good, make sure it has at least two switches and separate power cords so you can split up the lights. A lot of places selling plant growing TEK lights don't have those. Stay away from no name brand bulbs, they can really suck! D+D is the best I have used.

FWIW, I just sold a 6 bulb TEK light with acrylic cover, tank brackets and used bulbs for $250.

 

[ambage]

That is a good point, now I have to follow up! Wish I would have seen your posting...

 

[ambage]

The light has 2 switches! Whew!

 

[cali_reef]

Make sure it has two cords too.. Two switch on one cord will limit the ability to put on a second timer for dawn and dusk effect.

 

[masterswimmer]

Here is a quote from the Sunlight Supply representative:

What customers probably don’t know is the aquarium Tek’s have two power cords allowing them to simulate sunrise sunset. They also have a higher quality reflector which is a lot easier to clean. The horticulture Tek’s the lamps are all on or all off.

Hope this helps everyone else looking to buy this fixture.

Russ

 

[ambage]

Two cords and two switches...

Maybe so for some horticulture sites but this one's specs are listed below...

Aluminum body is lightweight, heavy duty and rust proof.
Accommodates ultra efficient, high output T5 lamps (sold separately).
95% reflective German aluminum reflectors increase output by over 300%.
Durable black powder coated finish.
Major brand electronic ballasts.
4, 6, & 8 lamp configurations.
Sleek profile only 2.5 inches high.
2 power switches and cords for better lighting control ''? allows independent use of timers.
Cool operation and NO noise.
Convection vents allows maximum air flow.
Two 8 foot power cords - 120 volt.
Optional protective acrylic lens''?s are available.
Compatible with both of our cable hanging kits (sold separately).
Patent Pending.
1 Year Warranty.

http://www.horticulturesource.com/p.../2018?osCsid=3e38322baf28dad16f405d068311c96d