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Reef Lighting?

Discussion in 'Saltwater Fish Forum' started by DarkDemolition, Sep 1, 2009.

  1. DarkDemolition

    DarkDemolition Thread Starter New Member

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    I'm using my fresh water tank light and I was wondering if I can remove the light bulb and replace with a marine light bulb? It's a Coralife Aqualight Single Compact Fluorescent Strip Lights .. thank you
     
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    yup, as long as you match the bulb length, type and wattage you can.
     
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  3. DarkDemolition

    DarkDemolition Thread Starter New Member

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    awesome thanks dawn [dancing]
     
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    your welcome!
     
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  5. kalebsdad21

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    you are going to want to upgrade your lighting. t-5 or mh will be your best choice.
     
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  6. DarkDemolition

    DarkDemolition Thread Starter New Member

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    do they have T-5 straight pin bulb... Mine light need 3 pin straight..how can I purchase one .. if the exist.. let me know
     
    DarkDemolition, Sep 1, 2009
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  8. DarkDemolition

    DarkDemolition Thread Starter New Member

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    cool thanks
     
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  9. kalebsdad21

    kalebsdad21 New Member

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    I used pc when I first started my tank then switched to t-5. Huge difference(much better) will let you have a much wider coral selection. pc will work but the others will be much better for you.
     
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  10. MOD_Dawn

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    I used power compact when I had mine...looked great!
    But now I've tried both on my freshy..and defin the t-5 is the way to go if you can afford it.
     
    MOD_Dawn, Sep 1, 2009
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