ATI T5 Fluorescent Light Bulb Comparison Part II: Combinations!

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ATI T5 Fluorescent Light Bulb Comparison Part II - A couple of weeks ago, we looked at a comparison of the five different t5 fluorescent bulbs made by the German company ATI. Going from left to right, they are Coral Plus, Blue Plus, AquaBlue Special, Actinic, and Purple Plus.
While that video was about the bulbs individually, this video is all about popular combinations of these t5 bulbs. Which was your favorite?
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@JimmyLager 9 жыл бұрын

2 & 6 was my favourites. :)

@potatohead3333 8 жыл бұрын

Would have loved to see Blue+ and Coral+ combo

@kimmykimmyquestionma 9 жыл бұрын

This was the best video I've ever watched on KZfaq I think. Mainly because it opens your eyes to everything that can go on in your tank by making minute changes!!! So neat : )

@kayakcarol 25 күн бұрын

This is still relevant and very helpful!! # 1 for me as I am a sun/white light gitl.

@Reefphreak 2 жыл бұрын

Since a lot of people have 4-8 bulb combos, it would be great to see what a mix might look like. Such as actinic, blue plus, and purple plus.

@DEAexotics 8 жыл бұрын

2 and 6

@fabiosouza5906 7 жыл бұрын

3 & 6 Again man what a great video, thanks for taking the time do show us. I really appreciate you doing this for us tank lovers.

@Cornet_Tooter 10 жыл бұрын

7 was my favourite. Keep the videos coming Than!

@MrJoeGecko 9 жыл бұрын

VERY helpful video!! Really helped me dial in my new bulb choices. I ended up going with the #1 choice of ab special and actinic instead of my usual b+ p+ c+ combo. I would not have done that without this video showing the differences. THANK YOU!!!

@jedgould5531 2 күн бұрын

4 & 7. I did not know this was just for fish tanks! That is coincidentally my application!

@taffishy848 9 жыл бұрын

Again, a really good video. I like the comparison without telling first so that the audience is encouraged to set aside preconceived notions about the bulbs and choose their favorite. I do kind of wish that the pictures for comparison were put on the same page for each coral like in the first video for easier comparison, but I see why they were separated, too. In both videos, I was thinking it would be nice if a plain white 10,000k bulb could be compared as well since it would give a nice reference point for how much these bulbs really help the corals shine. Thank you again! This is really helping me choose my bulbs... and my combination.

@nicoleoverbeeke6803 2 жыл бұрын

Going back from PCC to T5. and as always this is the best video to make choices. 5+7 are favorite

@adamjanssen9608 10 жыл бұрын

I liked number 6 the most. I wish you would have done blue plus and coral plus combo.

@michaelbalsley6041 6 жыл бұрын

Perfect just what I was looking for! Thank you so much!!

@bdom715 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, was looking for something like this to decide which color combos to try for new t5 fixture. Just wish you would have included a full tank photo with each combo as well.

@tomithy6047 4 жыл бұрын

Another Than gem. So helpful and informative.

@pyrogirl793 8 жыл бұрын

6 was my fave.

@joshsvlogsgaming7361 5 жыл бұрын

I love the actinic and blue plus combo, I know what I’m asking for for Christmas

@jamesbarker9895 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I like 2 and 6

@markablevideos 10 жыл бұрын

6 for me! Great comparison!

@chosenjacob4604 4 жыл бұрын

I ordered blue plus and purple plus 2 days ago, then came across this video. Good job I preferred number 6 (without cheating)

@thatReefGuy 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Videos Than. I watch all of them Including the Ones on your other KZfaq Channel (Tidal Gardens). Can't wait for an Update on the T5 Videos (Much Much better Choice for SPS than LED for sure).

@Orelam 10 жыл бұрын

it was 5 and 7 the ones i liked the most. the 1 selection wasnt bad either but i would appreciate an FTS contest of a mixed reef tank.Sometimes the whole picture is a lot different from coral snapshots.Anyway good work.

@raul253rmpr 2 жыл бұрын

6 definitely looks the best

@genealameda1163 10 жыл бұрын

Tough choice when you look at the different effects on each coral but overall I thought 6 was the best. Great video Than

@magwarblood 8 жыл бұрын

2 & 6

@jarrodsreef7559 8 жыл бұрын

Agreed 2 & 6 were my favorites

@dustinsheets6770 7 жыл бұрын

Agreed 2 an 6 were great. I just bought a 4 bulb an 8 bulb fixture.

@zygmuntwalczak3153 5 жыл бұрын

dziękuję za film . doskonała robota ! :)

@reefermadniss9453 10 жыл бұрын

6 and 7 are my favorites. My four bulb combo when I get my Coral + tomorrow will be as follows from front to back Blue + Coral + Purple + Blue +

@stevenpurnell3777 10 жыл бұрын

Personally, I liked the '6' combination the most. Watching the video this way I find that it brings out the colours on the corals in what is in my opinion the best. Highlighting the colours while allowing shadows and dark spots... but while being 'bright' enough that you don't end up with an over all 'dark' feel to the corals, like I felt was being produced in the first few colour combinations. Thanks for this video, Than. I'm a newbie aquarist, and I'm still learning about lights and such.

@johanhenrikson2866 3 жыл бұрын

2 was my favorite

@phillipj10 10 жыл бұрын

I would vote for 6. Love the colors and that's what I'm using in my tank

@Patjuhhh79 9 жыл бұрын

wow very useful! I'm very curious what you think or if you have video's of ATI Blue Plus and Blue Special combined.

@cablemike01 8 жыл бұрын

5 is the most natural and my pick.

@TexasRanchu 6 жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO 2 AND 6 FOR ME!!!

@TheAussieReefer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Than, what would your opinion be on doing a combination of all 5? Also which out of the 5 would you recommend doubling up on in my 6 bulb unit? Cheers.

@Cycnoches2012 10 жыл бұрын

I like 5 and 7 but it would help to know the true color of the corals under day light.

@davidg.3617 8 жыл бұрын

I wish you guys also took a full view of the tank. I am still indecisive.

@kurtscoville5324 7 жыл бұрын

5 & 7 look the most natural and pleasing to me.

@robsreef 9 жыл бұрын

What kind of chalice is that you use in the comparison? Awesome video like always!

@adianezhernandez5877 5 жыл бұрын

Quick question If I have a T5 with 6 output can I just place 4 bulbs and leave 2 empty? Thanks , great video.

@ScottM 10 жыл бұрын

6 was my favorite.

@rcabbie1 10 жыл бұрын

I like 2 and 5 but I was wondering what is a good bulb max growth

@Imabenzman 8 жыл бұрын

I use four different ATI bulbs on my quad T5 fixture. The first two bulbs to kick on in the morning are the blue plus and actinic. I use these two bulbs in my sunrise/sunset of my timing schedule. These two bulbs together really make all my soft corals pop. It's been my favorite color combination. After the first hour or so my next two bulbs come on, which are the coral plus and aqua blue special. These are definitely more of the whites/daylight. With all four bulbs on for most of the day I experience great light output as well as all around color. I also experience great growth. I have been using ATI bulbs for at least 18 months plus now. I use the same combination on my other tank with my rose bubble tip anemone's and have had great color and success.

@TheRealDrCube 8 жыл бұрын

How do you like the look of that combo, do you like having the aquablue special instead of two coral plus? I am trying to decide a 4-bulb setup as well. ATI suggests 2x coral plus and 2x blue plus. I was thinking of trying to incorporate an actinic in there as well. Do you have and pictures of your setup?

@ejl2008 2 жыл бұрын

Wondering how your tanks been with LightIng I’m thinking of going with your setup coloration in BTA are not so good running 3 b+ and one Purple + now any help would be great 👍 thanks in advance

@ejl2008 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheRealDrCube Wondering how your tanks been with LightIng I’m thinking of going with your setup coloration in BTA are not so good running 3 b+ and one Purple + now any help would be great 👍 thanks in advance

@Imabenzman 2 жыл бұрын

@@ejl2008 after 8 years and multiple tanks I just sold off my last tank recently to take a break for awhile. As far as the ATI T5 set up, that was a while ago. I do not know if they offer any newer type bulbs, but I can tell you this set up I had worked very well. Especially for the BTA’s. The 4 bulbs I used (mentioned in my comment above) worked great and are a great choice. I’ve had a few different tanks and eventually I went to all LEDs. No BTA. All soft coral. Pretty much all in the Euphyllia family. The leds worked great and are now what most people use these days.

@TheRealDrCube 2 жыл бұрын

@@ejl2008 Hey, the 2 Blue+ 2 Coral+ setup I have been runnings has worked out pretty well. My BTA is still going strong, though the clown died so I have been target feeding it every once in a while. Overall I do like the look as well. I feel like with a 4 bulb setup this is the closest to "natural" I could get without really doing some fancy combinations of more intense bulbs (like 6500+ and a bunch of blues etc...)

@TheNy615 8 жыл бұрын

I have a 150 g high tank with 2 ,51 led full spectrum lights I'm putting them in my canopy and I'm installing 2, single t5 reto kits I was wondering what t5 bulbs would you recommend?

@Mr_Tequila_Travels 5 жыл бұрын

How have the true Actinics worked out for you? Improved coral health in any way?

@joshp9964 8 жыл бұрын

#5. thanks for the video. I just ordered a AI prime. might ha e rethink that.

@ShrednESP 9 жыл бұрын

I like 7 p+ c+ What would be to use as the other 2 bulbs as i have a 4 bulb fixture for my 55 gallon.

@Boonieboy 9 жыл бұрын

I like #6 as well- I don't understand how to interpret this though. If I have a four bulb unit does that mean #6 would be two actinic, a purple boys and blue plus?

@danielp6629 10 жыл бұрын

Of your choice I like 6 and 7.. I think the main concept of choice nowadays relies on getting a full spectrum. And I think running a fixture with just the bulbs in your combo would be a little lacking especially just Actinic and purple+. I prefer to run blue + and coral + solely. In my 8 bulb I run 6 blue + and 2 coral +. Initially I used Actinic just to drop the par. I applaud your time and effort it was awesome to see the shots of the coral split up with the separate bulbs. I love your video updates and always watch them the day they come out =)

@kalyanlimo09 9 жыл бұрын

Using 6x24w dimmable.. I'm thinking about 4 blue plus and 2 either coral plus or ab special.. Still undecided about which 2 I'd go for.. Looking at colour graph of ati website they look pretty similar, both 15000k ish..but coral plus has blue plus,ab special & purple Plus.. 5:4:1 ratio.. What would you say about your choice going coral plus over ab special or any other standalones.. Cheers

@bettinaorevil5056 9 жыл бұрын

They are pretty!

@Gracjan1987 4 жыл бұрын

thak You Man for Your work its usefull :)

@jorge65tico 9 жыл бұрын

Hi what will you recommend on a 10 light fixtures t5 I have a Red Sea max 500 s 135 gallons what will be a good combination

@NeoStorm_401 4 жыл бұрын

3-5. On a 4 bulb. I would put Blue plus/ Actinic/Actinic/ Coral Plus. In that order.

@reeflagoon30 10 жыл бұрын

will you have good growth with just running the purple and blue plus alone ? #6

@reefchick8642 8 жыл бұрын

# 7 love purple plus and coral plus

@DaveJimenez1 9 жыл бұрын

like 5 most

@ReeferGil 10 жыл бұрын

I vote 3 and 7. 3 slightly more favorable. Nice video as usual.

@randykuipers4743 7 жыл бұрын

5 and 7. Wondering what a combination them would do

@shawncavan8295 2 жыл бұрын

Video is so detailed man. Weird question. Can you run this 5 bulb together?

@charlesSPLC 10 жыл бұрын

I liked 7 the best :)

@elroeanunciado7202 8 жыл бұрын

5 & 7

@3ktor123 7 жыл бұрын

5 and 6 for sure

@dragonshadow3707 4 жыл бұрын

I like 5 and 7 lol 😂 nice videos bud thanks for doing that ;)

@jestronixhanderson9898 3 жыл бұрын

I run 50:50 blue plus and actinic 8 bulb. also looks great when just running the two bulb sunrise and sunset.

@wakelust 10 жыл бұрын

5 all the way!

@BradleyTheExplorer 9 жыл бұрын

1 was my favorite.

@JP-xs5lo Жыл бұрын

It would be cool to compare to natural light color and artificial t5.

@squaregrouperx 5 жыл бұрын

5 had the best realistic + fluorescence combination.

@ricardoterra1021 3 жыл бұрын

7 is the best for me

@JImbo0662 10 жыл бұрын

I preferred #5 on all but the last coral

@KYfishguy 9 жыл бұрын

6 my fav

@benwan5425 4 жыл бұрын

256 were m,y favorite i think imma do a mike of them so actinic /blue plus/purp plus/ab spec/coral plus

@mathiasjohansen2051 3 жыл бұрын

I don´t understand. is he using only 2 different kinds of bulbs or theese two with others? Can someone please explain to me? Because i liked nr 5 best. and i want to know wich bulbs exept for ab special and purple plus. i have 8x54W

@ctm75 8 жыл бұрын

Ok I watched this 3 times...and personally I like 5

@matthewgordon904 6 жыл бұрын

2 and 4 but would love to see blue plus/ coral plus together

@mikerobling1056 9 жыл бұрын

5, 7

@kingeky 9 жыл бұрын

i am currently running coral plus, and blue plus but after seeing this video i think i am going to have to switch to #5 purple plus and AB special

@sunglow761 10 жыл бұрын

@earlharman2040 9 жыл бұрын

I liked 7.

@ysrfreak87 10 жыл бұрын

#6 definitely

@dustinsheets6770 7 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 4 bulb an 8 bulb fixture. I have a 55 gallon an will have mushrooms, frog spawn, pagoda cup an green sinularia this is same setup I had years ago. Should I use the 4 bulb or 8 bulb? I like number 2 an 6 in the video.

@volivier68 9 жыл бұрын

5 and 7

@coralinealgae 8 жыл бұрын

+Valerie Olivier Same here. 5 & 7

@jimbarden538 8 жыл бұрын

5&7 Look the best

@ryancycles8169 7 жыл бұрын

@52artigas 6 жыл бұрын

@sirruckus 9 жыл бұрын

combo 6 - purple plus / blue plus :)

@52artigas 6 жыл бұрын

Combination 5

@ZGADOW 9 жыл бұрын

Than , I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS they're very informative and the camera work is truly exceptional. However, It's my opinion that the volume and tone of the narration is very uniform and it's hard to pay attention to with all the pretty pictures. Maybe get a little more animated with the narration? even if nothing changes these vidoes are awesome. Thank you!!

@enrikvalle9670 Жыл бұрын

Your combinations were only 2 bulbs, what if you have a 6 bulb fixture? Are there any other combinations or just get 3 of one bulb and 3 of the other?

@jonmurph589 4 жыл бұрын

2 and 6 here. But I’d like to see actinic + blue plus + coral plus + purple plus in a 4 bulb fixture.

@antsetr 9 жыл бұрын

I use #6, 4 Blue plus and 2 coral plus or 3/3

@jna1316 5 жыл бұрын

I go number 3 👌😍

@stetsonbarkes1012 8 ай бұрын

My question is what combination gives the best growth

@kestboeim 5 жыл бұрын

5 and 7, mostly 7. The purple plus shows beautiful coloration to the coral but it's just the optical and i think it don't helps much with coral growth