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May 22nd, 2008, 12:57 AM
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cfbs vs. MHs
all things being equal, do Halides provide any advantage over the same wattage of compact FBs?
Current Aquarium(s) Description: biocube 14 gallon Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 1 month Other Intrests: scuba 
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May 22nd, 2008, 05:33 AM
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Re: cfbs vs. MHs
Yea, they don't have to be replaced as often and they provide better light penetration.
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May 22nd, 2008, 11:51 AM
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Re: cfbs vs. MHs
Have you looked at the T5HO lights? I've heard good things about them and you can get a 30" T5s in 2x or 4x configurations. I ended up going with an MH, but have heard great things about the T5s.
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May 22nd, 2008, 11:06 PM
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Re: cfbs vs. MHs
Halides are miles ahead of compact fluorescents. If you're thinking about putting them over your 14 gallon tank, the downside would be that halides produce a lot of heat, making them impractical for small tanks.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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May 22nd, 2008, 11:42 PM
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Re: cfbs vs. MHs
Max for little tanks is the 70 watt HQI and that usually requires that the lid of the tank either not be used or hae additional slots or holes drilled in it to allow good air circulation and to allow for evaporation. The easiest, cheapest, way to cool an aquarium is through water evaporation.
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