WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF T5 LIGHTING?
LIGHT Output (PAR)
With the advent of T5 aquarium lighting and the correct phospher blends it has been possible to produce a flourescent tube, which can emit 10% more light than the equivalent wattage from a metal halide bulb. This is achieved with a 40% reduction in power consumption and reduced utility costs.
Another benefit is lamp life. Expect a 2 year lamp life on T5 lamps when run with a high quality electronic ballast.
T5 Lamps run much cooler than metal halide lamps and will have less impact on the heating of your aquarium water.
