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BigHaig
October 8th 03, 03:44 AM
Can I use compact Fluorescent Bulbs?
Can I use the below kind of Compact fluorescent bulbs for a mini-reef
(mostly LRWF and some easy corals like Mushrooms). It is a ton cheaper to
buy these bulbs and create a hood with say 6 of them, than to buy an
aquarium made hood.

http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDU...compact%20light


http://www.homedepot.com/cmc_upload...us/313968_2.jpg

Product Description
Warm White. Replaces 100W Incandescent Bulb. 1,750 Lumens. 10,000 Average
Hour Life. Mfg #18927.