Chinese LED Lights - Page 74

BigRedNole · 01/06/2013, 03:23 PM

OK, this is just the first pic of the IT2040 over my new tank. It was taken with an android phone which is not great. The water is cloudy because it was just filled about 10 minutes before the pic. The rock is just tossed in and not aquascaped yet.

bhazard451 · 01/06/2013, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by arw547

My lights are about 3 inches from the surface of the water. I wanted them higher to reduce the disco ball effect but my wife didn't like the light spillage when she was sitting near the tank. I may take off the optics to see if that helps but I'm not sure if that would void the warranty. There are two stickers on the screws that say void if removed so I'm not sure.

Removing the optics would make the light spillage worse.

BigRedNole · 01/06/2013, 04:06 PM

OK, this is just the first pic of the IT2040 over my new tank. It was taken with an android phone which is not great. The water is cloudy because it was just filled about 10 minutes before the pic. The rock is just tossed in and not aquascaped yet.

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offroadr · 01/06/2013, 04:27 PM

Sorry guys I am wrong, its 72in wide, I was a little brain dead there. Looks like I would need 3 D120s or a couple 2080s

Indiereefer · 01/06/2013, 04:51 PM

Hello all, been researching for a light for my 40B I'm piecing together. I've read through a good portion of the thread, but before I place an order I want to double check.
I was looking to get the reefbreeder it2060. I'll be keeping mostly lps with with some sps up top. But I am concerned that 1.) the 24" fixture won't be enough spread and my new concern after reading through the post 2.) the more spaced LEDs on the 24" will cause spotlighting and the reds and greens not blending with the whites and blues. Really didn't want to spend the extra $ for the it2080 but its an option. If the24" will work, what is the recommendation on the optics? Any input is appreciated

Ron Reefman · 01/06/2013, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by offroadr

Sorry guys I am wrong, its 72in wide, I was a little brain dead there. Looks like I would need 3 D120s or a couple 2080s

At 6' either 3 D120s or 2 IT2080 will do the job. I did the IT2080s and I'm lovin it.

EZTimes · 01/07/2013, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Indiereefer

....2.) the more spaced LEDs on the 24" will cause spotlighting and the reds and greens not blending with the whites and blues. Really didn't want to spend the extra $ for the it2080 but its an option. If the24" will work, what is the recommendation on the optics? Any input is appreciated

See if reefbreeders will install 120* optics on the red and green LED's or no optics on those colors. Assume you are going with 90* optics on fixture. EverGrow 's Sunny sugested that approach to spread those colors out. And, if no optics on the R & G LED's have them send you the extra 90* optics seperate so if you ever need them you can install them yourself.

bhazard451 · 01/07/2013, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by EZTimes

See if reefbreeders will install 120* optics on the red and green LED's or no optics on those colors. Assume you are going with 90* optics on fixture. EverGrow 's Sunny sugested that approach to spread those colors out. And, if no optics on the R & G LED's have them send you the extra 90* optics seperate so if you ever need them you can install them yourself.

No need. The optics twist off very easily. Just order the fixture as normal and remove them.

willj · 01/07/2013, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Travis1787

One it2080 would be beautiful but if you need to be cheap two d120s will be plenty but for a a little more I'd do one it2080

How high would I have to hang this? I'd like them to be relatively low, maybe canopy low.

Travis1787 · 01/07/2013, 04:55 PM

Depends if it has optics or not and if you will have it in a canopy or exposed

willj · 01/07/2013, 09:11 PM

How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at aliexpress wants 519.

willj · 01/07/2013, 09:12 PM

How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at ali's wants 519.

offroadr · 01/07/2013, 10:18 PM

I saw on one of the Alis sites (don't understand why there is several) that there was a minimum purchase. Thats not good.

bhazard451 · 01/07/2013, 10:37 PM

I just installed my new Maxspect Razors today. I was anxious to get them up to compare...

It turns out, one unit is DOA. The other unit has a bad power supply.

I took the good power supply and good light, hooked them up, and it looks... good. That's the thing though, for $494, it should look awesome. I think it needs time to break in, but I'm sorely missing having a few reds right now. Personally, I like the look from my custom IT light better. I like the controller on the IT lights better too, aside from its inability to smoothly ramp up/down like the Razor. The included leg mounts sit way too low to the tank too, causing spotlighting.

Luckily I can return the doa unit and power supply, but I'm disappointed right now. IT lights all the way until something better and just as affordable comes along.

KindCorals · 01/07/2013, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by latinyoungn

The default reefbreeder layout is supposed to be 14k at 100% brightness

Anyone know what this layout is?

willj · 01/07/2013, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by KindCorals

Anyone know what this layout is?

channel 1; 16 7500k cool whites, 8 3500k warm whites 4 480nm blues, 4 520nm greens, 4 630nm red, 4 660nm reds, and 4 410-420nm violets. Channel 2; 48 450nm royal blue, Channel 3; 3 480nm blue moonlights, for a total of 99 3 watt LEDs

Lots of blue

monkiboy · 01/07/2013, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by willj

How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at aliexpress wants 519.

through a GB you can get them at around 350 shipped.

wright4941 · 01/08/2013, 01:05 AM

Just got my new IT2080. Will try to post some pics tomorrow. Im loving it so far but a bit confused on how to program the timers and sunrise sunset effects. Wish the manual made more sense to me. Was anyone else confused? Any help would be helpful

Bengt · 01/08/2013, 06:57 AM

Hi

Question from Norway. Can someone tell me how the fans are on the 2080? I have had some Kina LED before and the noice from the fans was so loud that i couldnt use them in my livingrom.

Considering some 2060 for my 150cm tank.

KindCorals · 01/08/2013, 07:11 AM

bhazard451 looking back through the thread, I see you've answered a few of my questions and I dont think I said thanks, so thanks man!

I dont remember seeing many people using 60 degree optics, how deep would a tank need to be to warrant these? Wont these optics give a lot of spotlighting?

Quote:

Originally Posted by willj

channel 1; 16 7500k cool whites, 8 3500k warm whites 4 480nm blues, 4 520nm greens, 4 630nm red, 4 660nm reds, and 4 410-420nm violets. Channel 2; 48 450nm royal blue, Channel 3; 3 480nm blue moonlights, for a total of 99 3 watt LEDs

Lots of blue

thanks for this. would you agree that this is close to 14K when both channels are at 100%?

Is this the hanging kit that comes with the IT lights or know where to find these?

Ron Reefman · 01/08/2013, 08:49 AM

willj, I got mine for $340 delivered in a group buy of 24 fixtures.

offroadr, EverGrow has minimum orders listed as well, but they don't really seem to apply. They were willing to sell me 2 when the site said minimum of 10.

wright4941, it is a bit confusing. If you are still having issues, send me a PM and I'll try to help you out. Once you understand the process it isn't hard at all, it just takes time to scroll thru 24 or 48 time segments and set the power % for each channel.

BigRedNole · 01/08/2013, 10:38 AM

OK, my tank is clear, but no pic of that yet. The light is the right color for my tastes, but nothing is in the tank. I may have to design something else for the light so it is attached at the rim of the tank. Hanging the way I have it is blinding and I cannot afford my daughter to look up at it. I know I can tell her "no", but a 7 year old will still do it.I am thinking I need to get it to about 3-4" above the rim of the tank at most. Right now, it is about 8-12". If I hang it that low, it is better to mount to the tank.

Any ideas on mounting options?

lbannie · 01/08/2013, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willj

How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at ali's wants 519.

$449 Including shipping! From ReefBreeders which also includes an American warranty And your own custom layout if you want. Logan is very helpful! Mine should be here any day now! I can't wait!

latinyoungn · 01/08/2013, 11:03 AM

got my IT2080 from reefbreeders last night. I too had a cracked remote. but the unit looks good. all leds work but I did not get a chance to put it over my tank yet. I will try tonight.

I attached the default layout. hope that helps

Sweatervest13 · 01/08/2013, 12:20 PM

I received my 2 IT2080's yesterday. All I can say is WOW!!

I replaced some cheapo MH fixtures and went from 12 plugs to 2 plugs. I am so happy.

Still need to figure out the programming but I am very impressed so far with the controllability of the unit. Pics tonight!!

01/06/2013, 04:51 PM	#1830
Indiereefer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 1	Hello all, been researching for a light for my 40B I'm piecing together. I've read through a good portion of the thread, but before I place an order I want to double check. I was looking to get the reefbreeder it2060. I'll be keeping mostly lps with with some sps up top. But I am concerned that 1.) the 24" fixture won't be enough spread and my new concern after reading through the post 2.) the more spaced LEDs on the 24" will cause spotlighting and the reds and greens not blending with the whites and blues. Really didn't want to spend the extra $ for the it2080 but its an option. If the24" will work, what is the recommendation on the optics? Any input is appreciated Last edited by Indiereefer; 01/06/2013 at 05:00 PM.

01/08/2013, 01:05 AM	#1843
wright4941 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 260	Just got my new IT2080. Will try to post some pics tomorrow. Im loving it so far but a bit confused on how to program the timers and sunrise sunset effects. Wish the manual made more sense to me. Was anyone else confused? Any help would be helpful __________________ Julie 46G Bow Front, softies, LPS Current Tank Info: 46 G BF Mixed

01/08/2013, 08:49 AM	#1846
Ron Reefman Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cape Coral, FL Posts: 10,431	willj, I got mine for $340 delivered in a group buy of 24 fixtures. offroadr, EverGrow has minimum orders listed as well, but they don't really seem to apply. They were willing to sell me 2 when the site said minimum of 10. wright4941, it is a bit confusing. If you are still having issues, send me a PM and I'll try to help you out. Once you understand the process it isn't hard at all, it just takes time to scroll thru 24 or 48 time segments and set the power % for each channel. __________________ The good thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it. (Neil deGrasse Tyson) Visit my build thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2593017

01/08/2013, 12:20 PM	#1850
Sweatervest13 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: The Mitten Posts: 23	I received my 2 IT2080's yesterday. All I can say is WOW!! I replaced some cheapo MH fixtures and went from 12 plugs to 2 plugs. I am so happy. Still need to figure out the programming but I am very impressed so far with the controllability of the unit. Pics tonight!! __________________ 125g tank. 65g sump Current Tank Info: 125g DT, 65g Sump, Reef

01/06/2013, 03:23 PM	#1826
BigRedNole Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 161	OK, this is just the first pic of the IT2040 over my new tank. It was taken with an android phone which is not great. The water is cloudy because it was just filled about 10 minutes before the pic. The rock is just tossed in and not aquascaped yet.

01/06/2013, 04:27 PM	#1829
offroadr Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Central IL Posts: 307	Sorry guys I am wrong, its 72in wide, I was a little brain dead there. Looks like I would need 3 D120s or a couple 2080s

01/07/2013, 04:55 PM	#1835
Travis1787 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Port Richey, FL Posts: 2,646	Depends if it has optics or not and if you will have it in a canopy or exposed

01/07/2013, 09:11 PM	#1836
willj Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 29	How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at aliexpress wants 519.

01/07/2013, 09:12 PM	#1837
willj Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 29	How much did y'all pay for the IT2080 including shipping? The girl at ali's wants 519.

01/07/2013, 10:18 PM	#1838
offroadr Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Central IL Posts: 307	I saw on one of the Alis sites (don't understand why there is several) that there was a minimum purchase. Thats not good.

01/07/2013, 10:37 PM	#1839
bhazard451 Registered Member. Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,900	I just installed my new Maxspect Razors today. I was anxious to get them up to compare... It turns out, one unit is DOA. The other unit has a bad power supply. I took the good power supply and good light, hooked them up, and it looks... good. That's the thing though, for $494, it should look awesome. I think it needs time to break in, but I'm sorely missing having a few reds right now. Personally, I like the look from my custom IT light better. I like the controller on the IT lights better too, aside from its inability to smoothly ramp up/down like the Razor. The included leg mounts sit way too low to the tank too, causing spotlighting. Luckily I can return the doa unit and power supply, but I'm disappointed right now. IT lights all the way until something better and just as affordable comes along.

01/08/2013, 06:57 AM	#1844
Bengt Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1	Hi Question from Norway. Can someone tell me how the fans are on the 2080? I have had some Kina LED before and the noice from the fans was so loud that i couldnt use them in my livingrom. Considering some 2060 for my 150cm tank.

01/08/2013, 10:38 AM	#1847
BigRedNole Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 161	OK, my tank is clear, but no pic of that yet. The light is the right color for my tastes, but nothing is in the tank. I may have to design something else for the light so it is attached at the rim of the tank. Hanging the way I have it is blinding and I cannot afford my daughter to look up at it. I know I can tell her "no", but a 7 year old will still do it.I am thinking I need to get it to about 3-4" above the rim of the tank at most. Right now, it is about 8-12". If I hang it that low, it is better to mount to the tank. Any ideas on mounting options?