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T5 lamps: Fiji Purple vs. ATI Procolor
Guys, I really screwed up on this. I had said they looked the same but after another reefer got a ProColor and said it didn't look like the Fiji Purple I rechecked my stuff and it turns out they are not the same, not even close. I must have put 2 ProColor lamps in my fixture by mistake. When I checked tonight my tank had a pro color lamp in it instead of the Fiji Purple. The lamp I pulled was also a pro color.
Sorry for the stupid mistake guys. I will do some PAR checks on the Pro Color. I was kinda liking the look with it in my mix but now I gotta try the Fiji and see which I like better. DAMN! I guess I gotta get some glasses.
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Is there a picture anywhere comparing the color of the ProColor lamp?
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I will try to get one. The Fiji Purple is more subtle. Just a hint of color to it. Might be interesting to use these and the Aquablues instead of daylights but I think I still prefer going with the more red lamp and washing out the color with blue and actinics.
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You'll get your beat down later - LOL!
Damn Grim, with the amount of work you do comparing T5's around here, I believe you're entitled to a mistake here and there. Don't take it so hard man. |
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This was a stupid one. I just can't believe I missed that
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Grim tells it like it is. Last year the SEC was the strongest conference but overrated. This year they were just overrated. |
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No worries Grim
![]() So far, I have been running a blue+ and a pro color on the same timer and I must say...this is the way to run these. The color is pretty sweet with the two and the purples are popping like crazy. Unfortunatley, my other four bulbs are 1 blue+, 2 aqua specials and another pro color. Looks washed out when all are on. I'd recommend using a ratio of 1:1 blue+ and pro color for a pretty unique, but nice color.
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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In this hypothetical combo;
ATI Blue plus ATI Aquablue UVL Super Actinic UVL Aquasun How would the par and "look" change compared to this combo; ATI Blue plus ATI Aqua blue UVL Super Actinic ATI Pro color |
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uno momento...
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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I originally ran 3 blue plus and 3 aquablue then switched out one of the aquablue for another blue plus, with the end result 4 blue plus and 2 aquablue. I am really curious to see what the 3 blue plus and 3 pro color look like. Would anybody be willing to post a pic?
Grim, everybody makes mistakes. I have always appreciated your help. |
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pro color & blue +
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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Fiji, you need some sps man, your tank looks bare! lol, looks great and thanks for the pics
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Thanks for posting that fijiblue! I like the look of the first photo but it is missing something, it is almost perfect. The first photo is much better that the second. It almost seems to me that one bulb added to that first photo would make it perfect I just don't know what! LOL
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Grim,
For as old as you are im surprised you don't make more mistakes. We still love you anyway.
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...with all on (2 blue+, 2 blue special, 2 pro color
![]() luke33 - I also thought 30 colonies wasn't enough ![]() Mark75 - Your welcome. I think a daylight (6500) or in my case special puts the finishing touch on.
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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I am thinking like 3 blue plus, 2 Procolors and a Actinic might be sweet.
That looks sweet Fiji, thanks for the pics. I will get some PAR numbers from these guys.
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Grim tells it like it is. Last year the SEC was the strongest conference but overrated. This year they were just overrated. |
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Okay guys how can I get this look with four bulbs?
Blue plus Super actinic Aquablue Pro color Will this be close? |
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Fijiblue, thanks for posting the different combinations! I think your overall color in the last picture looks awesome!
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Fiji, if you get the chance post some more pics of your full on configuration. That looks amazing considering there is no actinic in there.
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These colors are not exact (hard to get right color balance with 3 opposite colors, but this gives you an idea. The pro colors are not that purple ![]()
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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Crap, double post and i couldn't delete...such crap!
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I would totally agree that you don't need actinic's. There junk imo. I know i'll get alot of heat for that one but you can get the fiji's that are much better and you can supplement better than actinic. Bulbs that actually have par
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea.
im sorry but i just about peed my pants when i read that. |
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Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal experiences of Fijiblue. They are in no way intended as the only solution for your tank. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea. Call your doctor if you experience excitement lasting more than 4 hours. |
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