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pbnj
09/02/2010, 02:11 PM
Just curious which of these two reflectors would provide the best PAR readings (24" depth):

1) Reef Optix 3 Plus HQI Pendant Reflector by Sunlight Supply
2) ReefStar HQI by Hamilton Technology

Not looking for other suggestions.

allsps40
09/02/2010, 02:55 PM
I would also like to know how goos the Reef Optics 3 is. IA m picking one up today with a Icecap ballast and Phoenix 14k 250 watt.

Stanley-Reefer
09/02/2010, 05:16 PM
3 250w reefstars with phoenix bulbs on the hammy m80s:thumbsup:

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sirreal63
09/02/2010, 08:43 PM
I have had them both, the ReefStar offers a little more coverage and the RO111 is more of a spot, both will be more than adequate of a 24" depth but I suspect the RO111 will give a little higher par because of the spotlight effect. I actually liked the ReefStar better but I needed to spread the light out more on the tank it was over. I still have the RO111 in a closet.

allsps40
09/02/2010, 10:40 PM
I just got my RO3 and it light up my 40 gallon pretty well. I like it.