But after some reading at this group and other places, it seems most
plant people think normal fluoros are better than the cf's.

You've got to be kidding.

Normal flourescents are cheaper and more widely available than PCFs. That's
the main thing to recommend them. Few people go from PCFs to ordinary
flourescents.

However, what really matters is wattage. A lot of the PCF bulbs meant to
replace incandescent lights are very low wattage. (That's not the case with
PCF bulbs meant for fishtanks.)

Sounds like yours were perfect for your tank, though.


Leigh

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