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  1. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 02:16 PM #1
    b5series
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    Default Help with choosing a HQI Bulb

    I just purchased a 24" Coralife HQI light. It is 150w 10,0000k. The light looks to yellow for my liking. I want to upgrade to 150w 20,000k. Please provide suggestions on good bulbs that will provide the blue color instead of yellow.
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  2. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 02:32 PM #2
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    I would strongly consider the Phoenix 14000K. I have a 150w on my frag tank. It is a little bluer than other 14000K (ushio or hamilton).
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  3. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 02:48 PM #3
    b5series
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    I have a 40 gallon tall tank. Is that bulb good for a tank with that much depth?
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  4. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 04:09 PM #4
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    It will be much better than a 20k bulb as far as par output.
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  5. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 05:43 PM #5
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    Ive had several and have to say my favorite is also the Phoenix 14k
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  6. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 07:15 PM #6
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    I went by Aquatek in Austin today. They have tanks set up with different lights and are labeled so you can see what each one looks like on a tank.

    I liked the looks of the Phoenix 14K best.
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  7. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 08:31 PM #7
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    thanks...ill go check it out tomorrow
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  8. Tue, 9th Dec 2008, 08:40 PM #8
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    I use XM 20ks and like them as well. I really like the phoenix bulbs as well.
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