M MrHarris Candiru MFK Member May 9, 2005 342 5 48 feeder tank Mar 22, 2007 #1 Should I go 6700k or dual 6700k/10000k? This is for a planted tank, i'll have 3.25 wpg.
WyldFya Baryancistrus demantoides MFK Member Dec 23, 2005 20,794 69 132 Moscow, ID Mar 22, 2007 #2 6700K will yield better plant growth, 10,000K will have a more white or blue looking light, and will yield far less growth. I would recommend doing purely 6700K, but if the yellowish light isn't what you like, you can also try an 8,000K bulb.
6700K will yield better plant growth, 10,000K will have a more white or blue looking light, and will yield far less growth. I would recommend doing purely 6700K, but if the yellowish light isn't what you like, you can also try an 8,000K bulb.
mgamer20o0 Gambusia MFK Member Mar 28, 2007 957 1 16 so cali www.bobstropicalplants.com Mar 28, 2007 #3 i like to use combos of lights. i would go with the 6700/10000.
WeeNe858 Piranha MFK Member Dec 20, 2006 1,253 31 81 :] Mar 29, 2007 #4 why not 6500k and a 8000k the 1000k defeats the 6500k's job...