Shines brighter than incandescent with less wattage
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Fits into standard medium-based lamp sockets
Energy efficient compact fluorescent bulbs offer more intensity and longer life than incandescent bulbs while saving space and generating less heat. Each 10W compact fluorescent bulb shines as bright as a 50W incandescent for an easy way to upgrade lighting conditions. Helps promote plant growth in small aquariums. Each bulb screws into standard sockets. Self-ballasted. 6,000-hour bulb life.
Coralife 50/50
50% 10,000°K daylight and 50% Actinic 03 blue. Great for fresh and saltwater aquariums.
Coralife Colormax
6,700°K full spectrum lamps with color-enhancing phosphors. Ideal for freshwater aquariums.
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The All-Glass 10 watt Mini Compact is an efficient replacement bulb for the small aquarium. This bulb features more natural aquarium lighting and easily screws into many aquarium hoods. This bulb provides 6,500°K color temperature light that promotes live aquatic plant growth for your fresh and saltwater aquariums. Mini Compact Bulbs also feature the equivalent light output of 50 watts of light and run cooler. Longer 6,000-hour life replaces 6 tubular incandescent bulbs and the Mini Compact uses less energy to operate. All-Glass Mini Compact aquarium bulbs are C UL US listed and operate in 110-130V AC.
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Testimonial:
Amanda Adamczyk [City Not Selected], IL
The Coralife Colormax bulb is great for my 2.5 nano planted aquarium. It really does make the plants grow and it makes clear water actually look clear, while incandescent makes it look yellow.
I switched out my incandescent bulbs for these and WOW! This light shines so much brighter and cleaner. No more of that yellow look to the aquarium. I would recommend this to anyone that doesn't want to replace their hood.
Love these bulbs, wanted to put 2X48" T5's, but I tried these for my 55 gallon reef tank, wow they work just as good as any of the T8, T12,T5's. I have 4 of these installed in the canopy, with 50W output (10W usage) total 200W output saves me money on electric bill. You don't even need to have a fan because they barely produce any heat. I can touch and hold the bulbs after having them on all day. You can't go wrong with these, all you need are base sockets and some wiring and you can make your own lighting fixture for under $60 (for a 55 gallon reef tank).
I recently purchased the 50/50 bulb from Drs. Foster and Smith thinking that it would simply add a bit of blue to my tank but was surprised how nice it is. It is a true 50/50 spectrum and am very happy with it.
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Please note: Return of lightbulbs to Foster & Smith Aquatics for exchange or refund is limited to 60 days from the date of purchase. Beyond 60 days, please contact the manufacturer for repair or replacement as covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
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