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sharkdude
05/12/2006, 01:28 PM
anyone recommend good source for phoenix 150w DE HQI bulbs?
or others?
ScotchMaster
05/12/2006, 01:33 PM
Sent you a PM
pookstreet
05/12/2006, 01:33 PM
Try www.illuming.com. Not bad for $55. I think it includes shipping but don't quote me on that :D
sharkdude
05/12/2006, 01:36 PM
cool!
I see Marine Depot carries a few varieties as well...
http://www.marinedepot.com/aquarium_lighting_metal_halide_bulbs.asp

recoomendations of one over another?
hamilton vs ushio vs phoenix, etc?
pookstreet
05/12/2006, 01:44 PM
I personally don't care for the Hamilton as it was too white, almost yellowing, even tho it was a 14K bulb.

Haven't tried the Ushio 14K, but is currently running the Ushio 20K on my 16G nanocube and I love it. It's a little dimmer than the other 14K's I have used but it's perfect here b/c the tank is only LPS/softies.

I use the 250W Phoenix 14K at home, not the 150W, but I would expect them to be the same. Love that too, a nice ice white/blue. Just added some T5 HO's for some more blue spectrum.
ScotchMaster
05/12/2006, 02:15 PM
I use the Phoenix 14K (you have seen it) and love it....The color and PAR are awesome
sharkdude
05/12/2006, 02:25 PM
thanks guys. the illuming site does not include shipping.
I'll just go with marinedepot eventhough they are a couple of dollars more on price.

ScotchMaster: GG REEFERS WOOT!
therealw00
05/13/2006, 12:46 AM
I got a 250w phoenix from illuming for 55 shipped/paypalled and I am quite happy. I think they were offering free shipping before...I would buy again.