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I went to fish street and tried to buy a TH5O light set for my 24 tank(length) x 19 (tall) x 15 (width), as i am currently only using the T5 light set (4 light tubes) .

I almost bought the BCD T5HO (x 6 light tubes) for about HK$7XX in one shop which has tons of branches....The sale first said the light tubes are 6,500 k, but when i confirmed further, the another sale said it is 10,000k, and can't change. I asked if you may change the Solar max light tubes (6500k) for me, and they said it no longer exists....then i didn't buy it ...Why all the BCD light tubes are 10,000 k?

Is that i have to buy a light set first, then buy all the T5HO light tubes outside, which is quite trouble/expensive...Any suggestion where to buy?? Another other choice, like SolarMax PL light set?

Besides, does my tank really need 6 T5HO light tubes, or only 4 ? (i would like to plant those which requires "light", like "sun" grass. Please advise and help. Thanks!!!!!!

We usually not recommend T5HO for 19" height tanks. You've got no choice but the HQI. Your tank is of more than 110L of water. You need a 150W HQI. But mind the burst of algae, in particular, during the beginning stage of the tank's setup. 'cos the wattage is on the high side

Let's go back to your questions. Normally, the original tubes are not 6500k (except reputable brands such as Solarmax, Arcadia). For FOT or sea water tanks, they're just fine; for aquatic plants, you have to purchase 6500k tubes separately. The fans here will suggest you to 科聯 in Shamshuip. But recently, they're out of stock. You may phone them to check. These are additional info we may give you, as you really do not need T5HO tubes. If you insist to buy, get the 6-tube model.

Hope this helps.

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24"x12"x14" w/ Eheim 2026+Arctica Mini
GLO T5HO 24Wx2
Lighting: 12:00pm-9:00pm
CO2: 2+ bubbles/sec
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Thanks for the advice! Fish Fan

I don't think i will get a HQI due to its size....as there are some limitation for my home..

I think i may get a X 6 T5HO,instead as there is no choicr. How about PL tube, do u recommand? I know Solarmax got a PL light set..

The lighting of PL tubes is worse than T5HO and cannot reach the bottom of your tank.

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24"x12"x14" w/ Eheim 2026+Arctica Mini
GLO T5HO 24Wx2
Lighting: 12:00pm-9:00pm
CO2: 2+ bubbles/sec
ADA Amazonia New

Also, you may consider this kind of compact HQI (hang-on type). Your choice.

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24"x12"x14" w/ Eheim 2026+Arctica Mini
GLO T5HO 24Wx2
Lighting: 12:00pm-9:00pm
CO2: 2+ bubbles/sec
ADA Amazonia New

I am using those "curve tank" ...do u think that tank is strong enough to take that (Hang on type) compact HQI?

I believe there should not be a problem as long as your tank is placed on a flat surface. I once had a SolarMax HQI hanging over my tank (curved Vivaria) for quite some time and everything was ok. Also, to play safe, just to make sure that the HQI is hanged on the flat surface glass, i.e. the piece of glass at the back of your tank, instead of the one at the front.

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24"x12"x14" w/ Eheim 2026+Arctica Mini
GLO T5HO 24Wx2
Lighting: 12:00pm-9:00pm
CO2: 2+ bubbles/sec
ADA Amazonia New