Well I think the main reason that I went with T5 is so i could control my spectrum in what I feel are better and more interesting ways. That was for both color and growth. Power savings would have been debatable (definitely some saved) depending on how many X Watt MH fixtures I would have needed to hang. I also felt like I didn't have to worry about modifying the HVAC for the room as my current AC to the room could keep it cool enough. That theory is holding up so far although it hasn't hit the 90's yet. I also have a shallow tank so it's not like depth penetration was a concern.
I have a lot of light and bulb options to work with. I also use my PAR meter for proper height and placement of items.
Eventually I'll have all LED over the tank. I want a nice sleek looking fixture though and nothing is really economical at this point in fixture form and DIY wouldn't be "pretty."
In the end, what am I missing, some shimmer? With the right bulb combo I actually get a tiny bit of shimmer from my surface agitation and PowerModules. I still feel I have more flexibility though.
I have a lot of light and bulb options to work with. I also use my PAR meter for proper height and placement of items.
Eventually I'll have all LED over the tank. I want a nice sleek looking fixture though and nothing is really economical at this point in fixture form and DIY wouldn't be "pretty."
In the end, what am I missing, some shimmer? With the right bulb combo I actually get a tiny bit of shimmer from my surface agitation and PowerModules. I still feel I have more flexibility though.