Re: [GSAS-Member] CFL bulbs

[Kat Hentsch <swamp-rat@hotmail.com>]

I have a Coralife Deluxe Aqualight (4x65w bulbs) on my 90g that I've replaced 
bulbs on recently - Shango, you will be ecstatic to know I got my replacement, 
55w, 21" straight pin 6500K (same as original K) bulbs for $9-something each on 
elightbulbs.com.  They fit the fixture perfectly and were much more 
cost-effective than the Coralife brand.  So far no difference on plants so it 
seems the output is the same (though I certainly noticed the new bulbs were 
brighter than the old!)  As long as the wattage of the new bulb is <= the max 
wattage of the socket there shouldn't be an issue.  I spent months looking for 
the cheapest replacements out there, so trust me on this one!  They also have 
other K ratings available if you prefer cooler or warmer.  I got the 6500K 
because from everything I've read it is the most ideal for the plants.  Now, if 
they only had my 50-50 quad tube for the SW tank I'd be set!
Sad to miss so many meetings recently.  I keep forgetting they're coming.  Plus 
I don't need the temptation to take anyone new home since the 90g was diagnosed 
with TB.  I'm being good and letting the tank get empty so I can start over, 
but it's not easy.  On the plus side, no losses for over 2 months.
Kat Hentsch 

                                          
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