Would it be possible?

[artoledo]

I have PC's in my current setup. Would it be possible to add T-6's to the current setup i have?

 

[artoledo]

Anyone?

 

[roka64]

T5s? I have not heard of T6s, I have heard of T5, T8 and T10s...

 

[artoledo]

I saw some bulbs labeled T-6 at my local HD. Either way, lets say i wanted to add T-5 to my current PC setup. What would be the effects of this if any?

 

[roka64]

I'm not sure if I understand the question, but here it goes.
You will have more wattage and you could have different spectrums of color, does that help?

 

[Devilishturtles]

I've never seen anyone use T6 over their aquarium either, but have noticed it becoming more popular on the net (and ebay) for aquarium lighting. Supposedly like a T5, but cheaper. I dunno. Regardless, T5's are more powerful than PC bulbs, so the added light would be great.

To get the full benefit of T5, look for a High Output ballast/system and a system with individual reflectors vs. the single reflector. Without a HO T5 system, I'd say the effect on your tank would be minimal. If you can find a T5 HO system to add to your tank, it would increase your coral options for sure I'd imagine. T5 also penetrates deeper than PC bulbs, which is nice.

HTH

 

[artoledo]

Ok. Maybe I will post my PC's on craigslist and maybe i will go for 4 T5's.

 

[Devilishturtles]

Cool. I have the 4x39 HO T5 Nova Extreme Fixture and am happily keeping sps under it.

I love T5.

 

[BillD]

PCFs are basically bent T5s, so swapping them for staright tubes may not have any benefit at all.

 

[SassyAngel111]

I have the 6 bulb T-5's over my 90gl and I love them.