Anyone using these lights?

Itsmebro · 12/17/2004, 04:09 PM

I cant belive how cheap they are...

http://www.aquatraders.com/aquatrade...2eb56b50253fe3

IUnknown · 12/17/2004, 04:32 PM

And they have electronic ballast and built in timers, and even come with the bulbs. Going to check them out this weekend, since they are local.

Itsmebro · 12/17/2004, 04:40 PM

I know its crazy huh?

Let us know what you think about them..

Itsmebro · 12/17/2004, 05:38 PM

Check out the T5 unit they got too its only 40 bucks...

capt. insano · 12/17/2004, 05:51 PM

Their brand name used to be "jebo" and has now changed to "Oddysea"

I use two of the 48" PC's on my FOWLR. I like them, especially for what I paid for them. I have used them for over a year now, without incident and they have since made some improvements, such as cooling fans, a better housing (powder coated aluminum, instead of plastic)

I am considering trying out their T5's and their new line of Metal Halides

Mini4x · 12/17/2004, 06:33 PM

Hole cow.. their 24" is only $49!!

I wish I had seen this 2 weeks ago..

Mini4x · 12/17/2004, 06:34 PM

I have a Jebo inline haeter.. super nice thing.. not using it though..

DAVER · 12/17/2004, 07:49 PM

wow, did you see the 48" MH. 2x150 and 4x21w t5 for $329.00. there has to be a catch.

Maldivan · 12/17/2004, 08:09 PM

The catch is........

Its jebo?

DAVER · 12/17/2004, 08:12 PM

so what you are saying is jebo has a less than favorable track record?

Maldivan · 12/17/2004, 08:19 PM

Not at all. What Im saying is that Jebo equipment sells cheaper than the rest of its competitors. If what the above poster said is true that they have changed thier name it stands to reason thats why they are cheaper.

DAVER · 12/17/2004, 08:23 PM

it would be interesting to find out what brand ballast and bulb come with the fixture, i'm in the process of setting up another 72g bow that i was planning on using an old pc fixture for until i saved the money for another mh set up, but, this could be an answer, would love to find some one that is using the jebo mh

capt. insano · 12/17/2004, 08:45 PM

its all chinese made stuff.....bulbs, ballasts, fixture, etc

edwadd · 12/18/2004, 01:11 AM

So are xm and evc arent they? Any problems with either of these?

reef · 12/18/2004, 08:13 AM

It would be great if it came in a dual 250 watt hqi.

Mini4x · 12/18/2004, 08:37 AM

Should I upgrade to this?

Right now I have a AGA Dual Tube that I overdrove, but at best it's pushing 50w or so.. over my 25g.. I hope someday to get a few peices of coral and a BTA for some clowns.

Come both in 2x55w and 2x65w versions too..

Mini4x · 12/18/2004, 08:40 AM

This 'looks' real cool too.. only $25?? with digital controller?

DAVER · 12/18/2004, 10:15 AM

we all need someone with first hand experience. some of these deals are just too tempting to pass up, but, if its real junk its not a deal at all.

capt. insano · 12/18/2004, 10:30 AM

daver

as I posted above....have used some of their stuff for over a year now....works great

The only knocks seem to be that the bulbs may not be the exact color temperature that they claim to be, but they still work great and the bulbs, if you so choose, can be replaced

s1xtyfe3t · 12/18/2004, 12:12 PM

the 24" is now on sale for $39

I may try out on of their 520 skimmers. for only $50 if it works it's a deal.

DAVER · 12/18/2004, 12:26 PM

i was looking at the 2x150 hqi w/20k with the t5. i not concerned about the t5 bulbs, they are cheap enough to replace right off the bat if the color is bad, but, if the hqi's are of bad quality or not really 20k that would cost some money

tacocat · 12/18/2004, 12:39 PM

The only issue I can see is the reflectors on the MH setups. They are using the hammered reflector which negates the advantages of DE lighting to a degree. It will probably work fine, but it won't perform as well as a PFO mini or ROIII.

Itsmebro · 12/18/2004, 01:39 PM

Well I have one of the jebo skimmers I havent used it yet but its very heavy duty and well made..I also have used their 110 watt pc set ups, I ended up adding a fan to mine, about the only complaint I have is the reflectors suck on them..Other than that they are a good buy specialy for something like fuge lighting or a QT tank or hell even if your trying to set up a reef on a budget..

Those halides though wow you cant beat that deal even if the reflector isnt the greatest..

Im going to try out the T5 set up and the 24 inch halide set up..

DAVER · 12/18/2004, 01:51 PM

let us know about the 24" halide when you get it

Steel_Phoenix · 12/19/2004, 03:11 AM

I notice that their T5 are 21 watt. If I wanted to replace those with 54 watt T-5 HO bulbs would that work or would I need a different ballast?

12/17/2004, 04:09 PM	#1
Itsmebro Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Anyone using these lights? I cant belive how cheap they are... http://www.aquatraders.com/aquatrade...2eb56b50253fe3

12/17/2004, 05:51 PM	#5
capt. insano Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Whats the matter w/ KS? Posts: 1,280	Their brand name used to be "jebo" and has now changed to "Oddysea" I use two of the 48" PC's on my FOWLR. I like them, especially for what I paid for them. I have used them for over a year now, without incident and they have since made some improvements, such as cooling fans, a better housing (powder coated aluminum, instead of plastic) I am considering trying out their T5's and their new line of Metal Halides __________________ "I pity the fool" "You're talking a whole lotta Jibba-Jabba." Current Tank Info: 240 Gallon FOWLR

12/17/2004, 06:33 PM	#6
Mini4x Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Maskachuckset Posts: 74	Hole cow.. their 24" is only $49!! I wish I had seen this 2 weeks ago.. __________________ Your signature has been removed from your profile for violation of the users agreement. Current Tank Info: 25g Reef, one fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish..

12/17/2004, 06:34 PM	#7
Mini4x Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Maskachuckset Posts: 74	I have a Jebo inline haeter.. super nice thing.. not using it though.. __________________ Your signature has been removed from your profile for violation of the users agreement. Current Tank Info: 25g Reef, one fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish..

12/17/2004, 08:09 PM	#9
Maldivan Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Keller , Texas Posts: 507	The catch is........ Its jebo? __________________ Everyone is ignorant, only on different subjects. --Will Rogers Current Tank Info: 100 gal , 2x250W MH , 260W PC's, AquaC Remora Pro

12/17/2004, 04:32 PM	#2
IUnknown Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: san jose Posts: 102	And they have electronic ballast and built in timers, and even come with the bulbs. Going to check them out this weekend, since they are local.

12/17/2004, 04:40 PM	#3
Itsmebro Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	I know its crazy huh? Let us know what you think about them..

12/17/2004, 05:38 PM	#4
Itsmebro Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Check out the T5 unit they got too its only 40 bucks...

12/17/2004, 07:49 PM	#8
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	wow, did you see the 48" MH. 2x150 and 4x21w t5 for $329.00. there has to be a catch.

12/17/2004, 08:12 PM	#10
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	so what you are saying is jebo has a less than favorable track record?

12/17/2004, 08:19 PM	#11
Maldivan Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Keller , Texas Posts: 507	Not at all. What Im saying is that Jebo equipment sells cheaper than the rest of its competitors. If what the above poster said is true that they have changed thier name it stands to reason thats why they are cheaper. __________________ Everyone is ignorant, only on different subjects. --Will Rogers Current Tank Info: 100 gal , 2x250W MH , 260W PC's, AquaC Remora Pro

12/17/2004, 08:23 PM	#12
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	it would be interesting to find out what brand ballast and bulb come with the fixture, i'm in the process of setting up another 72g bow that i was planning on using an old pc fixture for until i saved the money for another mh set up, but, this could be an answer, would love to find some one that is using the jebo mh

12/17/2004, 08:45 PM	#13
capt. insano Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Whats the matter w/ KS? Posts: 1,280	its all chinese made stuff.....bulbs, ballasts, fixture, etc __________________ "I pity the fool" "You're talking a whole lotta Jibba-Jabba." Current Tank Info: 240 Gallon FOWLR

12/18/2004, 01:11 AM	#14
edwadd Registered Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Long Island Posts: 364	So are xm and evc arent they? Any problems with either of these?

12/18/2004, 08:13 AM	#15
reef Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Anthem, Az Posts: 293	It would be great if it came in a dual 250 watt hqi.

12/18/2004, 08:37 AM	#16
Mini4x Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Maskachuckset Posts: 74	Should I upgrade to this? Right now I have a AGA Dual Tube that I overdrove, but at best it's pushing 50w or so.. over my 25g.. I hope someday to get a few peices of coral and a BTA for some clowns. Come both in 2x55w and 2x65w versions too.. __________________ Your signature has been removed from your profile for violation of the users agreement. Current Tank Info: 25g Reef, one fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish..

12/18/2004, 08:40 AM	#17
Mini4x Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Maskachuckset Posts: 74	This 'looks' real cool too.. only $25?? with digital controller? __________________ Your signature has been removed from your profile for violation of the users agreement. Current Tank Info: 25g Reef, one fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish..

12/18/2004, 10:15 AM	#18
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	we all need someone with first hand experience. some of these deals are just too tempting to pass up, but, if its real junk its not a deal at all.

12/18/2004, 10:30 AM	#19
capt. insano Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Whats the matter w/ KS? Posts: 1,280	daver as I posted above....have used some of their stuff for over a year now....works great The only knocks seem to be that the bulbs may not be the exact color temperature that they claim to be, but they still work great and the bulbs, if you so choose, can be replaced __________________ "I pity the fool" "You're talking a whole lotta Jibba-Jabba." Current Tank Info: 240 Gallon FOWLR

12/18/2004, 12:12 PM	#20
s1xtyfe3t Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: santa monica Posts: 691	the 24" is now on sale for $39 I may try out on of their 520 skimmers. for only $50 if it works it's a deal. __________________ Oh my god they Killed NEMO! Current Tank Info: 60 gallon mixed reef

12/18/2004, 12:26 PM	#21
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	i was looking at the 2x150 hqi w/20k with the t5. i not concerned about the t5 bulbs, they are cheap enough to replace right off the bat if the color is bad, but, if the hqi's are of bad quality or not really 20k that would cost some money

12/18/2004, 12:39 PM	#22
tacocat Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,611	The only issue I can see is the reflectors on the MH setups. They are using the hammered reflector which negates the advantages of DE lighting to a degree. It will probably work fine, but it won't perform as well as a PFO mini or ROIII. __________________ Going to need a cleanup on aisle 3 Current Tank Info: 240g Starphire cube

12/18/2004, 01:39 PM	#23
Itsmebro Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Well I have one of the jebo skimmers I havent used it yet but its very heavy duty and well made..I also have used their 110 watt pc set ups, I ended up adding a fan to mine, about the only complaint I have is the reflectors suck on them..Other than that they are a good buy specialy for something like fuge lighting or a QT tank or hell even if your trying to set up a reef on a budget.. Those halides though wow you cant beat that deal even if the reflector isnt the greatest.. Im going to try out the T5 set up and the 24 inch halide set up..

12/18/2004, 01:51 PM	#24
DAVER Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: pipestem, wv Posts: 272	let us know about the 24" halide when you get it

12/19/2004, 03:11 AM	#25
Steel_Phoenix Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: far Northern California Posts: 269	I notice that their T5 are 21 watt. If I wanted to replace those with 54 watt T-5 HO bulbs would that work or would I need a different ballast?