The Zoo Med ReptiSun T5 HO Hood is a versatile and efficient single-bulb lighting fixture designed to provide high-output illumination. While originally intended for terrariums, this 36-inch hood is perfectly suited for various saltwater aquarium applications by simply swapping the included bulb for a reef-specific 34-inch T5 HO lamp. Its low-profile design makes it an excellent choice for lighting refugiums to drive macroalgae growth, illuminating quarantine or frag tanks, or adding supplemental lighting over a larger display.

This fixture features a highly polished, curved internal reflector that maximizes light output, ensuring that the energy from your chosen T5 bulb is directed down into the aquarium where it's needed most. The T5 High-Output technology provides powerful and consistent light coverage, which is essential for photosynthetic organisms. The 36-inch hood is built to accommodate a standard 34-inch T5 HO bulb, giving you the flexibility to select the exact spectrum your system requires, from actinic blue to full-spectrum white.

This lighting hood is an ideal solution for the saltwater hobbyist seeking a cost-effective and powerful lighting system for a dedicated purpose. It is perfect for aquarists who need to cultivate chaetomorpha or other macroalgae in a sump, maintain a shallow coral fragging system, or supplement an existing LED or metal halide setup with the unique spectral benefits of T5 lighting. Its simple, effective design delivers proven performance for specialized aquatic needs.