WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF T5 LIGHTING?

LIGHT Output (PAR)

With the advent of T5 aquarium lighting and the correct phospher blends it has been possible to produce a flourescent tube, which can emit 10% more light than the equivalent wattage from a metal halide bulb.  This is achieved with a 40% reduction in power consumption and reduced utility costs.  

Another benefit is lamp life.  Expect a 1 year useable lamp life on T5 lamps when run with a high quality electronic ballast.

T5 Lamps run much cooler than metal halide lamps and will have less impact on the heating of your aquarium water.