Best T5 Reflectors

[primetime]

Its almost time to replace my Single Lense Reflectors for my retrofit Icecap T5 lights. What, in your opinion, are the best reflectors to get for 48" bulbs? I currently have IceCap reflectors but want to make sure that I have the best available.

Thank you for your recommendations.

 

[wishntoboutside]

TEK T5 reflectors work pretty well

 

[dc_909]

I am happy with my Icecap ones, but there might be newer/nicer ones on the market now.

 

[jlt23]

I have Icecaps and happy with them. Just curious why are you replacing them? Are you supposed to replace them at regular intervals or did they get damaged by sw?

 

[ASommers]

As far as I've heard icecap SLR are still the best retro reflectors. I try to wipe mine down about once a week to remove any salt

 

[primetime]

Not damaged, but They are starting to get sw stains that I can not remove. Also has what appears to be coraline stains as well. I have had them for over a year and just dont want to wait till the last minute to replace them. I usually try to wipe them down weekly, but sometimes I just plain forget.
Richard, I will check/research the TEK relectors.

 

[TheJedi]

When I had T5 I would remove the bulb as well as the reflector for cleaning. Do you remove them? You can add more force when its off the tank, easier to clean.

 

[Nanoreefbro]

I've only used Icecap and I haven't had any issues with them at all..

 

[primetime]

When I had T5 I would remove the bulb as well as the reflector for cleaning. Do you remove them? You can add more force when its off the tank, easier to clean.

I remove them most of the time.

Nothing is really wrong with them just want to make sure that I have the best available or when ordering more that there is nothing better out there.:top:

 

[Bebo77]

if you can afford it... ATI power module..

 

[Mac Inger]

Ati powermodule,....love it. Have one but but selling it (already have a buyer,..so im not advertising),...but i miss it already

 

[SavetheReef]

Hey primetime i am on the same boat right now. I just got my Icecap 660.
I already have some T-5s but running off a hamilton ballast but now i can run more bulbs. My question to you is with those Icecap t-5 reflectors do you need to mount the t5 into your canopy then clip on the reflector or can i just put some small chains on the reflector and just clip it on the bulb with the endcaps. or do the endcaps need to be fastened into the canopy securely. I am a little confussed on that. if possible can you explain or show me a pictures of your setup thanks.

 

[primetime]

I have the the risers mounted/screwed into the canopy. The endcaps then "snap" into the risers. The reflectors clip onto the bulbs themselves. I can post pictures later if you need more clarification. I am at work now so let me know via pm or post. By the way.. I am staying with IceCap reflectors.

Brock

 

[SavetheReef]

if you dont mind i would love to see a couple pics to get an idea on how to do mine since i cant get a mental picture on how to set them up thanks

 

[crazydante23]

Hey Brock, How many bulbs you running. Thinking about going t-5 with my new 90g. Your light setup is awesome and super bright.

 

[primetime]

I am only runnnig six bulbs. I wanted to go with 8 but my canopy was not built to fit 8. Hopefully by next year I will have another canopy built.

 

[primetime]

Robert, I will get a pic this weekend

 

[SavetheReef]

well i got mine setup and i would highly recommend the TEK light single T-5 reflector from Marine Depot.

 

[mikedege]

Are you talking about the TEK II or just the regular TEK? The Icecap is better than regular Tek. But TEKII and IC are pretty close.

good luck, Mikeroud:

 

[SavetheReef]

The TEK II it has more bends than the ICE CAP one and reflects of more light