Review of the Odyssea HQI DE 2x250 W+4xT5+6x2 LED fixture

[RuGlu6]

Just an update.
I think i will be switching to 14K Pheinix DE bulbs.
It has been two month almost, i gave it a try but still OEM 15K is too white and have some small SPS frag bleached. reduced MH DE photoperioud down to 6 hrs.
Other that that the fixture is fantastic. as advertised.

[Foxface]

Originally Posted by RuGlu6

Just an update.
I think i will be switching to 14K Pheinix DE bulbs.
It has been two month almost, i gave it a try but still OEM 15K is too white and have some small SPS frag bleached. reduced MH DE photoperioud down to 6 hrs.
Other that that the fixture is fantastic. as advertised.

I'm thinking of ordering these lights. Did switching to the pheinix bulb make a difference. And are you still happy with these lights?
Thanks.

[cuz]

I have 2 of these fixtures, in the last year I've replaced..

-all bulbs T5 and Mh
- all ballasts T5 and MH
-Leds quit but not worth replacing

Doesn't leave you with much left besides sub par reflectors. After the cost of replacing all 4 MH ballasts and the 2 T5 ballasts I could have easily bought a quality fixture..

[RuGlu6]

Originally Posted by Foxface

I'm thinking of ordering these lights. Did switching to the pheinix bulb make a difference. And are you still happy with these lights?
Thanks.

Switching did make a difference in color, but that is personal choice.
I like this fixture so far (8 month) no issues. But i think its a bit too much light for my corals. Thinking about getting the same one but with 2x150W.
No issues at all everithng works fine.
Note:As you can see at the begining of this thread I did take apart all ballasts and checked all the wiring. Had to tighten some loose connections, and did one very basic soldering conection repair. Maybe that is why my ballasts are still working LOL.

[FMMreefer]

This brand is the only one I have used for years now. I have never had any issue with the fixtures, bulbs or ballasts and is wayyyy cheaper than other brands. I do recommend this brand.

[RuGlu6]

I also got Fresh Water LED from them very happy.
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/sho...light=led+cube