Bulbs metal halide bulbs are still a favorite among reef enthusiasts because they are inexpensive and still allow for customizing the color spectrum you are seeking.
Metal halide aquarium bulbs.
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However a metal halide fixture has better light spread penetrates light deeper and supports fast coral growth.
Hamilton technology metal halide 400w 20 000k mogul base aquarium light bulb.
Both led and metal halide give great shimmer effect.
We carry a great selection of metal halide bulbs and components.
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Because metal halides produce more lumens per watt than other types of aquarium lighting this type of lighting is preferred by many reef aquarists.
Achieve beautiful near natural reef lighting and enhance coral growth with these high quality lighting options.
Double ended and mogul.
We have a variety of metal halide single end and double end bulbs from iwasaki xm radium ushio and hamilton technology.
Great prices and selection.
Make offer reeflux 12 000k 175 watt single ended metal halide aquarium bulb 175w se 12k.
14k is a bluish white with a blend of color and growth.
Coralvue 10 000k 150 watt double ended hqi metal halide reef bulb 150w de 10k.
Cbconcept double ended r7s 150watt 10000k hqi metal halide reef coral aquarium bulb.
Reeflux 12 000k 175 watt single ended metal halide aquarium bulb 175w se 12k.
A 20k metal halide reef tank bulb like the radium metal halide has a deeper blue with great color but slightly reduced coral growth over a 10k.
A white 10k metal halide bulb is the best for coral growth but looks drab without supplemental actinic lighting.
Metal halide bulbs fixtures and ballasts are a great option when you want strong lighting shimmer effects and light penetration into deeper saltwater tanks.