glo t5's

[BigBadBlenny]

anyone using these. they are selling 4 reflectors with clips for $40. the bulbs are usual price for t5. just wondered if anyone is using these guys. they are they only t5 i can get in my town

[BigBadBlenny]

i think they are made by hagen

[bower23]

do you have a link? I'm looking at replacing my t5's.

[BigBadBlenny]

http://www.aquatics-online.co.uk/catalogue/hagen_glo_high_performance_t5_tubes.asp

[BigBadBlenny]

i looked at the reflectors and they are very thin.

[Nanopodreefer]

I am currently looking at these aswell. Good price, good looks.

here is a link:
http://www.petsandponds.com/securestore/c293075.2.html

I really like these units, they exceed most industry standards for waterproofing. My only concern is that the double strip light fixtures have one reflector for two bulbs. I looked at the SLR retro kit but they are not nearly as shiny as the stip light units plus they are just as wide. Isn't it the reflector that gives the T5 all its power?

I sent an emial to Hagen as well, inquiring about possible triple strip light units, but they said the chances of producing these units is quite unlikely.

What are your thoughts?

ohh measurements on the units, for those that care, width wise, they all come in standard lengths 24" 36" and 48".
retro reflector - 5 inches wide
single strip light - 3.5 inches
double strip light - 5 inches

[The Grim Reefer]

You get what you pay for. Those may provide decent performance. I just wouldn't expect them to do what the Teks and Ice Caps do.