axokeeper Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Brought a 2nd hand Aqua One tank today and the lights seem to be on the blink? One side doesnt go at all and the other one just flashes. Not tank savvy, but thru reading some threads on here I am wondering if the starter could be the issue on the flashing side? But not sure about the other? There are four bulbs in all (two each side for each switch) and two starters (one per two bulbs). Any ideas?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinkles Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 you found your way here then have you checked the bulbs to make sure they're not blown? Beyond that, wait for the experts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 first change the starters, cause they are cheap as. get them from mitre 10 or an electronic store instead of your LFS and you will save a fair bit. if your tubes are a very dark grey/black at the ends, you may need to change the tubes too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axokeeper Posted September 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 If I have to change the tubes, what would you suggest for an axolotl tank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 cheapest ones would be fine then. no plants I take it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axokeeper Posted September 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 None... only plastic! Axos like to toss there plants around and they all die! So only plastic here. WHat kind thou? I see there are blue, red, purple, daylight, moonlight..the list seems endless! Help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 go to a normal non fishy shop and buy $5 tubes. they will suffice. i don't think axy's need UV? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamH Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Bunnings is good. I was waiting for Phoenix to give his lecture about how he's trying all these different tubes to grow plants every which way only to tell you that you need the basic ones. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axokeeper Posted September 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Thanks! So, basically just take one out and take it to the shop (bunnings etc) and get one to fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Bunnings is good. I was waiting for Phoenix to give his lecture about how he's trying all these different tubes to grow plants every which way only to tell you that you need the basic ones. :lol: Noooo!! I personally like the 18000K tubes. make the tank look nicer, plants grow really well, but they are expensive. the 6500K and 10000K tubes are the most commonly used ones, but i personally don't like that colour much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morcs Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Noooo!! I personally like the 18000K tubes. make the tank look nicer, plants grow really well, but they are expensive. the 6500K and 10000K tubes are the most commonly used ones, but i personally don't like that colour much. 18000k *yuk* I have an 18000k 2ft tube sitting around, its done about 5 hours of use... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 yes but is it a powerglo? those are the best for plants and visual impact Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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