ATI T5 Aquablue Special Tube

ATI Aquablue Special provides high-output reef illumination without the yellow appearance associated with ordinary daylight tubes. Its full-spectrum output maintains natural colour rendition, while the elevated blue component enhances the fresh, clear appearance expected from marine lighting.

The tube is suitable for SPS, LPS, soft-coral and mixed-reef aquariums. It may also be used alongside LED lighting to increase coverage, fill shadows and provide a broad-spectrum white component.

Key features

• Broad-spectrum T5 HO fluorescent tube
• Designed for marine and reef aquariums
• Full-spectrum output with an elevated blue peak
• Approximate colour temperature of 15,000 K
• Bright cool-white appearance
• Distinct but controlled blue undertone
• High light output
• Supports coral growth and coloration
• Enhances fluorescent pigments
• Suitable for SPS and LPS corals
• Suitable for soft corals and mixed reefs
• Suitable as a stand-alone general-purpose tube
• Combines well with ATI Blue Plus
• Combines well with Purple Plus and True Actinic
• Suitable for T5-LED hybrid fixtures
• Provides broad and even illumination
• Helps reduce LED shadowing
• G5 base
• Approximately 16 mm tube diameter
• Available in 24, 39, 54 and 80 W versions

Sizes

• 24 W: nominal 24″, actual length approximately 564 mm
• 39 W: nominal 36″, actual length approximately 864 mm
• 54 W: nominal 48″, actual length approximately 1,163 mm
• 80 W: nominal 60″, actual length approximately 1,463 mm

Always confirm the fixture wattage, G5 socket and specified physical tube length before ordering.

Installation and replacement

1. Disconnect the fixture from power.
2. Allow the existing tube to cool.
3. Remove the splash guard where applicable.
4. Remove the old tube according to the fixture instructions.
5. Inspect the sockets, seals and reflectors.
6. Install the Aquablue Special tube evenly at both ends.
7. Refit all splash-protection components.
8. Reconnect the fixture and confirm normal operation.
9. Acclimate corals if total light intensity increases.
10. Replace the tube approximately every 8–12 months in demanding reef use.