noobie question about light tube

[freshfish]

just want to check with you all ...

i'm currently using a fl light ...

if i want a T5 , do i need to change the whole lighting or can i just change the bulb ?

thanks guys

[freshfish]

anyone knows ?

[ghim]

The e-ballast for T5 and PL lights are different. Plus the clips size are different. You can do the following:

1. Change the e-ballast and clips - you need to DIY or get the lighting/LFS shop to help you.

2. Change the whole set.

And please be reminded that T5 starts from 2ft.

[stonespot]

I have a 2ft tank but the lighting fixture in the tank is only 1.5ft long. To what i know i'm using T8 tubes. Is there any way to upgrade or have to remove the whole fixture? Last question heat generated is it mostly based on wattage?