Bulb Fixture Plant
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4 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (2) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE |  |
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Plant Grow Light System, 4' long with adjustable stand, fixture and HO T5 bulb. | |
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8 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (4) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE | |
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US $72.99 | 12d 4h 37m |
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2 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (1) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE | |
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Plant Grow Light, High Output T5 Fluorescent 4ft x 6 Tube Fixture w/6 Bulbs | |
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US $195.00 | 5d 17h 2m |
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Bulb Fixture Plant
Does the watts per gallon rule applie to T-5 bulbs?
Okay, I have a 30 gallon aquarium with a hood that can fit one T-8 fluorescent bulb. Now I want live plants for it, low to medium light plants. So I ovioulsy need more watts. Now, I've heard the watts per gallon rule applies to T-8 fixture, but what about T-5 fixtures? I know T-5 lighting fixtures produce more Lumens per watt. So would a single 24 watt T-5 be better than a single T-8 20W? I'm going for mostly medium light plants... Would that do, a T-5 fixture for a 30 gallon aquarium, 24W?
Even for low light plants, you should aim for a minimum of 1.5W/gallon; if you are under 1W/gallon, just hope for the best but don't expect much. Some things like Java Moss and perhaps top-floating Hornwort might grow.
The T5 shape gives you SLIGHTLY more directed illumination per photon. I think I remember roughly +15% illumination compared to T8 at same lumen rating, in some person's photometer tests. The reflector, water clarity, and cleanliness of the bulbs / acrylic shield are just as important, though, as the choice of T5 vs T8. And T8 tends to be cheaper, for a low-light setup; it's just harder to pack much more than 2xT8 bulbs above a tank.
You really need a double-tube (whether T5 or T8), or power compact light, for even a low-light tank. For medium-light plants, I would suggest a minimum of 2.5W/gallon to try to grow a nice bed of whatever strikes your fancy.
New Light Fixture for the 30 Gallon Tank
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4 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (2) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE | |
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US $41.99 | 14d 12h 35m |
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Plant Grow Light System, 4' long with adjustable stand, fixture and HO T5 bulb. | |
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US $78.00 | 5d 17h 1m |
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8 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (4) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE | |
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US $72.99 | 12d 4h 37m |
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2 CFL PLANT GROWING BULBS & (1) CLAMP LIGHT FIXTURE | |
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US $28.99 | 12d 4h 32m |
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Plant Grow Light, High Output T5 Fluorescent 4ft x 6 Tube Fixture w/6 Bulbs | |
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US $195.00 | 5d 17h 2m |
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Full Spectrum Light Bulb - ALZO 27W Compact Fluorescent - Case of 4 - Daylight Balanced 5500K - Pure White Light
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DescriptionCase of 4 full spectrum light bulbs that imitate daylight, are energy star compliant, and have a long life at circa 10,000 hours with 1300 Lumens output; low energy consumption, good for treating Seasonal Affective Disorder S... |
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ALZO Digital Full Spectrum Light Bulb - ALZO 45W Photo CFL 5500K 91 CRI, Daylight balanced, pure white light, 2800 Lumens, Case of 4
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DescriptionCase of 4 full spectrum light bulbs for daylight balanced lighting, energy star compliant, long-lasting at cir. 10,000 hours with 2800 Lumens output; low energy consumption, good for treating S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective Disorder), photo studio lights, or starting plant growth... |
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ALZO 45-Watt Photo CFL Full Spectrum Light Bulb
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Description45W Full spectrum light bulb for daylight balanced lighting, energy star compliant, long-lasting at cir. 10,000 hours with 2800 Lumens output; low energy consumption, good for treating S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective Disorder), photo studio lights, or starting plant growth... |
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Bonsai Boy's Grow Light Bulb 60 Watt Replacement Bulb
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DescriptionFull spectrum 60 watt replacement bulb for use in our Grow Light Kit or any standard fixture. Lasts for 3000 hours. Great for bonsai, orchids or all houseplants. |
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Hydrofarm JSV4 4-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System
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DescriptionThe 2 ft wide Jump Start T5 Grow Light System is ideal for seedlings, cuttings, flowers and house plants. The super efficient T5 lights help you grow faster by providing 15-20% more lumens than traditional grow lights... |
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AgroBrite Full Spectrum Fluorescent Tube Grow Light
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DescriptionAdditional features: Small measures 24L x 2W x 2H inchesLarger measures 48L x 2W x 2H inches This low cost, 24-inch AgroBrite Full Spectrum Fluorescent Tube Grow Light is an ideal choice for low light requiring plants such as cuttings, seedlings and African violets... |
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1000w HPS Ultra Sun Bulb - High Pressure Sodium
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Sylvania 29490 23-Watt CFL Mini Twist Light Bulb, Soft White, 6 pack
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DescriptionSylvania 23-Watt Compact Fluorescent Mini Twist Soft White Light Bulbs are not only energy-efficient money savers, but they're also high-quality light producers. Unlike some CFLs that can be harsh and glaring, these bulbs provide a soft white light for a pleasant atmosphere... |
witch light fixture and bulb would be good for a 29 gallon fish tank ?
now i have live plants and want to breed fish so i would want to know
what type of bulb would be best to hold many plants for them to grow
plz include pricing and site if any thank you very much for your help
www.liveaquaria.com
if you search through the articles on lighting and such you will find way more detail than i could give. They make bulbs especially for plants such. Probably the more light the better in this case.
I would look into power compact lighting.
Its all there on the site.
