Comment by Peter on October 27, 2012 at 12:50pm

Look. Up DIY lighting for aquariums it's really cost effective

Comment by LED on October 27, 2012 at 2:32pm

very true, best way is to research.  Odyssea products are far from great and maybe even good, but if you can find a kit or make them on your own its always best.  getting your own Parabolic reflectors on a t5 will aways  be better than this 

http://www.aquatraders.com/36-inch-2x39W-T5-Aquarium-Light-Fixture-...

Comment by LED on October 27, 2012 at 2:33pm

btw wpg is for when you're using t12 fixtures.  it doesnt apply to t5 fixtures, relatively not t8 and definately not t2 nor quality leds

Comment by Derick cotten on October 27, 2012 at 5:09pm

Ok so is my lighting fine then? Ive got two t8 10000k and 5000k.

Comment by DePreston on November 3, 2012 at 11:26am

I went to Lowes and bought a light fixture for about $30 and then purchased 2 48 inch 6500K T8 lights for it.  I have a planted tank and the plants seem to be doing great.  Total cost about $40 or so. 

Comment by Derick cotten on November 3, 2012 at 4:27pm

Fred i actually did the same thing! I bought a dual t8 fixture from lowes but the only plant that seem to be doing ok are the crypts.... My swords dont look to good and they are growing slow. And my jungle val arent looking to hot either.

Comment by Uncle Phil on November 5, 2012 at 1:58am

I went to walmart bought a shop light that can withhold t8 lighting and have 2 40watt bulbs currently in it.

Comment by Derick cotten on November 5, 2012 at 2:54am

A couple days ago i ordered dual t5ho its 108 watt. They are way better lights from what i have read . My two t8s arent really doing that much . Im definitely gona by more plants when the light comes in.

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