Good or bad T5HO fixture?

[kimle]

I found this 6 bulb T5HO output fixture on ebay for $154. Is this worth it? Or am I getting what I pay for? I have no clue of the brand or model, but their description...

"This is a brand new latest 36" 234W Aquarium Light with LCD Timer is perfect for fresh or saltwater use. It features with 6 x T5 Lamps, which include 3 x 39W T5 HO 12,000K Fluorescent Lamps and 3 x 39W T5 HO Actinic Blue Lamps in an ultra-sleek unit. These professional fixtures which boast high light output that measure up to metal halide fixtures but with reduced heat and energy consumption. Its durable German Anodized Aluminum Reflectors engineered to intensify light output.Surely to provide perfect spectrum for the aquarium species!
12,000K Fluorescent Lamps provide high-intensity, super-daylight that simulates the sun. Actinic Blue Lamps provide a blue light that simulates the blue hue of deeper water. Lunar Blue LEDs can offer nocturnal viewing and gives more attractive to the tank.It surely offers and replicates the natural conditions of light in natural habitats."


LCD Timer 36" 234W 6x39 Fluorescent Actinic T5 HO Aquarium Light Fixture Marine | eBay

Any advice on good or bad T5 fixtures?

 

[NanoNathan]

its a low quality t5 fixture. I know many people that have used these with great success, but on the other hand they are not built to last many years. They start with the LEDS burning out then maybe in a year or so a ballast goes out. Or maybe you never have an issue and are lucky. you get what you pay for is very important in keeping live stock if your equipment fails your "life system" for your livestock fails. hope this helped you some how.

 

[NanaReefer]

From what I've read they don't seem much different from the AquaticLife fixtures. Which I use and love!
Read the sellers feed back! Look at warranty. I say go for it! Nice unit for a great price