Saltydrip
02/15/2012, 03:18 PM
I'm debating on upgrading to all LED or if I should just add another T5 to my fixture...
I already own what I would need to add a bulb. Including the build.
Or I can mod my hood to fit LEDs in there.
It's a 48" 55g that I don't plan to have any really difficult corals but if I see something that I like I have no restrictions. My hood currently only has 2 T5s. One 6500k and one actinic. I don't like the look and was thinking I could ad another actinic and change the 6500 to a 10000. I know that would be enough for most corals but for only $130 I can get 36 LEDs and sinks. I'm kinda torn. I really want to just order the LEDs but I'm unsure if it's better than T5s! I know I can adjust them and dial them in as far as blue and white balance.
Should I or shouldn't I???
I already own what I would need to add a bulb. Including the build.
Or I can mod my hood to fit LEDs in there.
It's a 48" 55g that I don't plan to have any really difficult corals but if I see something that I like I have no restrictions. My hood currently only has 2 T5s. One 6500k and one actinic. I don't like the look and was thinking I could ad another actinic and change the 6500 to a 10000. I know that would be enough for most corals but for only $130 I can get 36 LEDs and sinks. I'm kinda torn. I really want to just order the LEDs but I'm unsure if it's better than T5s! I know I can adjust them and dial them in as far as blue and white balance.
Should I or shouldn't I???