Re: [GSAS-Member] Next Generation Lights

["Hostetter, Kypros" <hostetter2003@lawnet.ucla.edu>]

Wow, are they phasing out T5 too. As far as I know, the main other option is
Metal Halide, but that’s not practical (or necessary) for most people.  I
thought LED was in the future too.
You certainly dont have to buy Coralife bulbs though.  I have been happy
with my CFL bulbs from AH supply and have also used GE 9325k CPL bulbs (in
conjunction with another bulb, like a 6500 or 6700k).  Not all people like
the slightly pink hue of the 9325K but it makes my rainbow fish absolutely
glow.

On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Shango Los <shango@shangolos.com> wrote:

> Hello All,
>
> So all this research into lights and bulbs has alerted me to the
> existence of both T5 lights and HO lights by Coralife.  I have been
> told by two sources that the bulbs for my compact fluorescent lights
> are being phased out by Coralife.  They have already stopped making
> some sizes and pin styles.
>
> SO, I would like to know what the next generation of light is going to
> be because I may be needing to get something new soon and will
> obviously be going to a new technology.  I'm sure there are at least a
> few light geeks in the group who know where the hobby is headed and
> what has a good price/benefit ratio.  I love the idea of LED but that
> technology doesn't seem ready for a hobbyist yet who just wants to
> plug and play.  So what am I buying next and why?
>
> Please advise,
>
> Shango
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