Yup another lighting question

[vinny]

On my 120 (4'x2'x2')I want to install 2 VHO actinics what size would fit in the canopy.Are the 48" really 48" because if they are I don't think that they will fit and I don't think the 36" is enuf blue with the 250 MH 10k.What do you guys think, thanks.

 

[MikeG]

URI has 2 different bulbs. The 48" are 48", they also sell shorty's that are 46.5" that will fit.

 

[vinny]

URI has 2 different bulbs. The 48" are 48", they also sell shorty's that are 46.5" that will fit.

who or what is uri thanks

 

[smcnally]

URI is a lighting manufacturer

 

[MikeG]

Ultraviolet Resources International (URI) is the manufacturer. They are the gold standard for VHO actinic bulbs.

http://www.marinedepot.com/aquarium_lighting_fluorescent_uri_bulbs.asp?CartId= you want super actinic.

Most LFS should carry them.

 

[Richard]

I shoe horned the 48" VHO in my 4' 120gal tank. But the shortys would made my life a lot easier

 

[MikeG]

I shoe horned the 48" VHO in my 4' 120gal tank. But the shortys would made my life a lot easier

Live and learn Richard!

 

[Richard]

I knew about the shortys but it's what I have on hand and didnt want to spend extra money.

do you still have millis that are growing out of controll?

 

[MikeG]

Sending pm.

 

[vinny]

Very good info. thanks guys .