Metal Halide lights have rapidly become the fixture of choice for many SW reefers. Their relatively small size for the amount of light provided has made these fixtures very popular. Many of these new fixtures are well designed, add a stylish look to any aquarium and even include Lunar Lights.
1. Aqualight Pro HQI/Compact Fluorescent/Lunar Light Fixture
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This space saving unit performs the job of three different fixtures. It combines a 10000°K HQI double ended metal halide, an
actinic blue compact fluorescent, and a 1 watt Lunar Blue-Moon-Glow LED lamps in a black anodized aluminum housing. It
features an external remote magnetic HQI ballast and internal compact fluorescent electronic ballast(s) with independent on/off
switches for 24 hour day and night lighting conditions.
2. Ocean Light HQI Metal Halide Pendant Lights
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This hanging HQI metal halide fixture is 2-1/2" high in an anodized aluminum housing, glass UV lens, high-quality reflector, external remote ballast with fan, and steel wire hanging suspension system kit to mount the lighting system from the ceiling. 10000°K HQI double-ended bulb included. 9-3/4" x 9-1/2" x 2-1/2" high. Magnetic ballast.
3. Outer Orbit HQI/Compact Fluorescent/Lunar Fixture
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This microprocessor controlled internal electronic ballast unit provides the combined light output of metal halide and compact fluorescent bulbs, plus lunar lights. It features integrated cooling fans, parabolic reflector, protective splash lens, two timers, two independent on/off switches, and two 72" power cords. It can be set atop canopy or hung from the ceiling. It includes 150 watt PowerPaq 10000°K HQI and Dual 460nm/420nm Actinic square pin compact fluorescent bulbs.
4. Outer Orbit HQI/PC Combinations
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Outer Orbit's line of HQI/Compact Fluorescent lights offer a lot of features. Most of them include a number of Lunar Lights for viewing your nocturnal reef creatures. Available in a number of configurations in lengths from 24" to 72".
5. SunPod HQI Metal Halide Fixtures with Lunar Lights
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These metal halide units work for even the smallest aquariums. Mount on your aquarium, above a glass canopy, or use as a pendant light for custom lighting options. Compact fixtures house independently controlled 14000°K HQI double ended lamp(s) and LED Lunar Lights to simulate 24-hour day and night light cycle. Features hammer tone reflector, powerful cooling fans, and internal electronic ballast for efficient operation. 8-1/4" x 4-1/2" high.
