Looking for a T5 fixture

[Halal Hotdog]

Hey guys, currently I have 3 -165w galaxyhydro LEDs on my 6' tank. I want to add a single bulb 60" t5 HO fixture to supplement my LEDs. I don't have a ton of room available. Problem is I can't find a fixture that meets that criteria. Does anyone know where I can find one?

 

[Diesel]

I would recommend the DIY t5 packages from BRS.

https://aquarium.bulkreefsupply.com/search?w=T5+lights&ts=custom

 

[Halal Hotdog]

$150 for a DIY kit seems a little steep, but worth keeping in mind. Hoping to find an assembled fixture. For some reason doesn't seem like a lot of companies make a 60" single bulb fixture.

 

[Jet915]

Sunblaster makes a 48 inch, u can find those on Amazon. Im using 2 of those for my tank.

 

[ZaneTer]

Just go to your local hardware store and purchase 5ft T5. Single or double as per your needs. Perhaps look for a good replacement reflector.

 

[Halal Hotdog]

Just go to your local hardware store and purchase 5ft T5. Single or double as per your needs. Perhaps look for a good replacement reflector.

Checked online both Home Depot and Lowes, neither showed 5ft T5 fixtures. Certain store you recommend?

 

[ZaneTer]

I will have a look for you now

 

[ZaneTer]

You are right, it’s not so easily available in the US.
Readily available throughout Europe though.

 

[Halal Hotdog]

Just in case anyone is curious I purchased this kit off eBay. Their different ballasts have mixed reviews, will try it out and leave a review in this thread. Helios 80w T5 kit. At 20 bucks it's not really much of a gamble. Biggest thing I want to verify is it is wired correctly and safe.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/T5-HO-24-39-54-80W-High-Output-Ballast-Retrofit-Kit-Light-Aquarium-Hydroponics/123105740951?hash=item1ca9ac8897:m:mgMkaJIUF0j2b5eKvYG_Mfw&var=423520741699&_sop=15&_sacat=0&_nkw=t5+80w&_from=R40&rt=nc&LH_TitleDesc=0

 

[EW_Fish]

Sunblaster makes a 48 inch, u can find those on Amazon. Im using 2 of those for my tank.

What bulbs are you running out of these? I have some ballast laying around but was looking for something that was more AIO type deal to add to my leds. I've built plenty of DIY lights and just dont feel like messing with that this build. Pros and cons?

 

[Jet915]

What bulbs are you running out of these? I have some ballast laying around but was looking for something that was more AIO type deal to add to my leds. I've built plenty of DIY lights and just dont feel like messing with that this build. Pros and cons?

I run ATI blue plus bulbs. Ive had them for about 6 months so far, no issues so far.