T5 Retrofit suggestions

[RTab619]

Going to be building a canopy to retrofit some T5s to my existing 2x Kessil AP 700s.

1) Any suggestions for the best dimmable ballast?
2) For SPS dominant tank, what bulbs would you recommend? (going to run 4 I think)
3) And what is everything I need to get, just want to make sure I have everything covered?

 

[Drauka99]

#1 I'm not familiar with brands, mine are just standard electronic start, so no comment

#2 - 3x ATI Blue + and 1 ATI Coral + would be my recommendation. I started with more of a mix of bulbs and i seem to be shifting more and more to those 2 bulbs. A purple plus is also nice to have in the mix to make reds come out more.

#3- ballast, wiring harness, end caps, standoffs, reflectors

 

[DLuce510]

These are the ones I used. Sorry I'm sure it's hard to see. Ive been lovin on ATI bulbs.

 

[RTab619]

Are there any good dimmable ones? Or is that not even worth the extra price?

 

[DLuce510]

I haven't seen dimmable retrofit kits but I'm sure you could swap the ballast out, but then you just paid for something your not going to use. That's why I built mine.