250W EVC 20K First impressions

[ssamick]

So it is that time of year again, you know replace the halide. Anyways I decided this year I was going to try the 20k spectrum. Just fired it up and it looks very similar in color to a 14k. I'm not sure how it will burn in, but am hoping for a little bit more blue. So far it is producing nice colors in the tank. I definitely see more fluorescence in the corals. If anyone has experience with these bulbs some feedback would be great.:)

[ssamick]

O.K. day two- The light is starting to blue up a little bit. If I had to compare it I would say it is slightly bluer then a phoenix 14k powered on a M80. But probably not blue enough for all the die hard bleed blue 20k lovers. If I could keep the color where it is right now that would be great.

[smariner]

GREAT! Glad you like the lamp... Let me know if you have any other questions... Glad you tried it, you'll receive great growth rates out of that lamp as well as great coloration.

Hope this helps,
Chad D. Bryant

[smariner]

Also, any photos of your tank? I'd love to see your setup?

Thanks,
Chad D. Bryant