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11/28/2007, 03:39 PM
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Phoenix 14K versus Ushio 14K
Another light question for all of you.
Which bulb do you guys recommend between these two: Phoenix 14K Ushio 14K I know the Phoenix 14K bulbs are more on the blue side, and that people use them to eliminate (or minimize) the need to supplement actinic. Looking for some feedback regarding the DE Ushio 14K's though. Good, bad, yes, now? How does the color from the Ushio compare next to the Phoenix? TIA
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11/28/2007, 03:49 PM
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So...are you making the jump to MH's Ant? Haha! You won't be disappointed! I personally have the Phoenix 14K's and love them although I've never seen a first hand comparison with the Ushio's. You've seen my tank though so you know what Phoenix's look like.
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11/28/2007, 06:58 PM
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I've used both bulbs, and like the Phoenix's much, much better. The ushio was very flat bright white, no yellow or blue, but didn't really make anything stand out, and definitely would have needed supplementation. It was also visually much brighter than the phoenix, although IIRC, the PAR numbers weren't really that different.
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11/28/2007, 07:17 PM
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I've already ordered my 250Watt DE Phoenix for my 37build
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11/28/2007, 10:19 PM
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Haha, no I am sticking with my HO T-5's  I have a good friend who is getting into the hobby and he wanted to know which bulb he should use. Thanks for all the feedback everyone!
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11/28/2007, 11:10 PM
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The Ushio 14k is one of my favorite bulbs, appearance-wise. I appreciate it's full color representation, but I can see most wanting supplementation with it.
The color does seem to shift after 6 months, though.
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11/29/2007, 12:15 PM
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It was my understanding that Ushio/BLV bulbs are intended for use with high current ballasts, so I was hoping to get at least 9 months. I guessed wrong
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