iQuatics 30000k 250w
Metal Halide Aquarium Bulb

Double ended | FC2 ends/base.

Halide lamps are required as the best source of artificial sunlight which most accurately and efficiently replicate natural sunlight conditions giving the natural ingredients for a healthy tank.

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Halides are a compact source of light which emit the high output light from a single focus point just like the natural sun itself, thus successfully reproduces the natural ripple effect of sunlight.
This rippling effect isn’t possible with t5 lighting as the light is coming from a more spread source.
Double ended- Aquarium metal halide. FC2 ends/base.

A higher abundance of blue in the spectrum highlights vibrant green and blue colours in the corals
Under our 3000k halide you will get the appearance of a tropical reef with a clinical blue colour and feel.
Not only is it necessary for growth, also make a more enjoyable viewing pleasure.

The ideal depth of tank that you should use 250w halides with is a maximum of 3ft. If your tank is any deeper than this you should consider increasing to 400w for deeper penetration.

Our bulbs fit any brand of aquarium light fitting that takes a 250w double ended lamp, i.e Arcadia, Giesemann, Aqua Medic etc. We recommend you replace your bulb promptly with the correct type and wattage. It is advisable to keep spare bulbs in readiness.