CFL Aquarium Lighting
Express Light Bulbs has an extensive selection of Aquarium Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs. Standard Aquarium CFL's fit ALL incandescent fixtures, converting your incandescent bulb to a HO Daylight aquarium bulb. Our Aquarium light bulbs have a 75 to 90 lumens per watt, these lamps are very energy efficient and promote strong growth for your Aquarium plants. Fluorescent Aquarium lamps have much stronger color (6500K) rendering properties (most of the lumens emitted will be used by the aquatic plant) and CFL bulbs will not produce as much heat as standard incandescent and Metal Halide Lamps.
Aquarium Reef CFL Quick Chart
| Wattage |
Length (in) |
Diameter (in) |
Life Hours |
Volt |
CRI |
Warranty |
Color |
Equivalent Wattage |
| 13 Watt |
3.75 |
1.625 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
60 Watt |
| 20 Watt |
4.375 |
2.125 |
12,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
75 Watt |
| 23 Watt |
4.375 |
2.125 |
12,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
100 Watt |
| 32 Watt |
6.10 |
2.70 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
125 Watt |
| 42 Watt |
7.30 |
2.80 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
150 Watt |
| 65 Watt |
9.50 |
3.75 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
300 Watt |
| 85 Watt |
10.50 |
3.75 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
400 Watt |
| 105 Watt |
13.50 |
3.75 |
10,000 |
120V |
82 |
1 year |
65K |
500 Watt |
Lighting will make or break your aquarium. Here are some commonly ask questions:
Can I buy Standard Fluorescent Tubes?
Don't buy standard cool white fluorescent tubes or horticulture lights tubes. They will make your tank look yellow and not very visually appealing.
What is Kelvin Temperature and what Kelvin is right for my fluorescent aquarium bulb?
Kelvin is a measurement of temperature, and is often referenced as a "K" at the end of a lamp model. The higher the Kelvin temperature gets, the bluer the bulb is. Always choose compact fluorescent lamps with a kelvin rating that is at least 6500K for reef or planted aquariums. Bulbs with a Kelvin rating lower
6500K are going to emit a yellow light that will not look good. 6500K Aquarium bulbs seem more like that of sunlight.
How can I make an inexpensive Aquarium Light?
We do not recommend making your own light for your own safety but you can find an inexpensive incandescent light and you can simply screw in the energy saving Aquarium CFL. This will cost you usually less than $30.00
A Real Guarantee
Our policy is simple. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we promise a refund, credit or exchange minus our actual freight and handling charges incurred on the original order. The product must be in a resalable
condition If the product is defective, the restocking charge will be waived. If defective, you may choose between a refund, credit or exchange.
Purchase Returns and Exchanges
Important Return Policy News: Beginning March 2008, we initiated a change to our return policy. ExpressLightBulbs.com will accept merchandise returns for Standard Delivery items within 30 days of purchase and issue a credit or refund at the time of return only with a valid packing slip. We appreciate your understanding that ExpressLightBulbs.com merchandise may only be
returned by mail or ground service (UPS or Fed Ex). Upon return, your merchandise will be inspected. Credits or refunds issued will be for the item value. Any taxes charged will be refunded in accordance with state laws. Shipping and handling charges are nonrefundable.To return an item by mail, follow the instructions on the packing slip enclosed in your order,
insure the package, and mail it to the ExpressLightBulbs.com address on your packing slip. If you do not have a packing slip, please call us at 888.553.5655 and we will gladly assist you.
