What 80 watt 60" T5 bulb to use?

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I am having problems finding the correct bulbs for my 80 watt (60") ATI 4 bulb fixture for a planted tank. I think the aquablue and/or aquablue special would work but not sure. Can anyone shed some light? Also if you could post a link to the actual bulb that would really be appreciated!
 
Well here's what I suggest for your lighting... The wavepoint ultra growth wave bulb is ruled out because it's only manufactured up to 48"... So with that bulb being ruled out I would go with the following from front to back...

6500k bulb
ati blue plus bulb
ati purple plus
giesemann aqua flora bulb

With this bulb selection you'll target both of the chlorophyll A&B peaks in live plants...


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6500k bulb - http://www.aquatraders.com/Odyssea-80W-T5-High-Output-Bulb-p/62611.htm

ATI Blue Plus - https://premiumaquatics.com/product...pUFljHiGf6rNiHLvOyG-fCEjKzUO4O70M4xoCAArw_wcB

ATI Purple Plus - http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/t5-ati-purple-plus.html

Aqua Flora - http://www.marinedepot.com/lighting_fluorescent_geisemann_powerchrome_t5_high_output_lamp-ap.html
 
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