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01-12-2007, 08:42 AM
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 Quartz Halogen Lights Could quartz halogen lights be used on a reef tank? I'm talking about the work lights you can get at your local hardware store for usually under $10. They are bright, considerably cheaper than the halogens offered on the market & bulb replacement is inexpensive as well.  |
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01-12-2007, 10:46 AM
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| Yes you can, but what kelvin rating are they? |
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01-12-2007, 11:14 AM
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| Not sure. I'll have to check the mfr. info |
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01-15-2007, 01:57 PM
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| Checked with Philips on their bulbs. The Kelvin rating is 3000. I'm guessing these could be supplemented with actinic. Any ideas? |
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01-15-2007, 03:35 PM
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| No, you need a Kelvin rating of at least 6500, but preferably 10,000K or higher. That's why marine bulbs are more expensive (usually), the Kelvin rating. |
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