Chinese LED Lights - Page 85

bhazard451 · 01/24/2013, 07:59 PM

Another unrelated thing I noticed tonight. I bought a green/orange chalice from a reefer who had them under AI Sols. Within a week, it has colored up to a nice green/red under the IT light.

Barro777 · 01/24/2013, 09:53 PM

Just got my IT 2060. Haven't suspended it yet, just messed around a bit with settings and menus. Man it burns my laps when at full force! A powerful and wonderful fixture. I love it already. I can already tell my 4 x T5's are a very far cry from it. Anyways, on a negative side, the owner's manual is something else. Minimum information and difficult to understand.

Barro777 · 01/24/2013, 10:03 PM

Oh and suspension cords are kind of short. Ceilings in China that low? Gotta think how to extend them.

1Sik1500 · 01/25/2013, 08:04 AM

Here is what I used to run 2x175 Watt 20k MH 4x65 Watt VHO Actinics

My first mount. Flat a little far apart. Left a small shadow in the center

Blue Channel on 100% Right and White/Red/Green/UV Channel 100% Left

100% whites, no Blues

How I left them at this point.

First thoughts. Build quality great, Brightness great, Mounting is not bad. I had to buy a new timer to get all four channels on a schedule. Overall very happy. Cleaned up alot of stuff under my stand. My Tank averaged 85*. I also removed both Fans from my canopy. I will see where the temperature falls after a few days.

KindCorals · 01/25/2013, 08:27 AM

Anyone with an IT2040 have a power meter? I'm just curious how much electricity they use when running at about 10% and 50%. Hopefully it would be just about 10 or 50% of 120W

Travis1787 · 01/25/2013, 08:33 AM

What did you use to hang those its hard to tell in the pic

1Sik1500 · 01/25/2013, 09:09 AM

Travis I used the Factory cables ran pushed through Eyelets.
Like this...

ganjero · 01/25/2013, 09:12 AM

Do any of these lights have a real heatsink (spoecially the d120 and ITXXX that are becoming very popular)? or do they rely only on the fans for temperature management?

bhazard451 · 01/25/2013, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ganjero

Do any of these lights have a real heatsink (spoecially the d120 and ITXXX that are becoming very popular)? or do they rely only on the fans for temperature management?

The older d120s didn't have a heatsink, and I'm not sure if they do now. The IT lights have aluminum heatsinks, and are cool to the touch. In comparison, the Radion Pro gets hot to the touch.

1Sik1500 · 01/25/2013, 09:38 AM

The D120s i just got in do not have Heatsinks either. After mine have been running for a few hours. They are still cool to the touch. They each have 3 Fans running at all times when on.

SNAKEMANVET · 01/25/2013, 10:28 AM

I may try a d120 over my 28 nano and a it2080 over the 75.The pics of a it2080 next to the radion was enough to convince me.

bhazard451 · 01/25/2013, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNAKEMANVET

I may try a d120 over my 28 nano and a it2080 over the 75.The pics of a it2080 next to the radion was enough to convince me.

It's not just the look, as cameras don't always capture everything correctly, it's the fact that the PAR numbers are similar, and in fact, slightly better. That's a big deal.

SNAKEMANVET · 01/25/2013, 10:43 AM

I forgot about the par numbers,that was also another reason.

frank11 · 01/26/2013, 06:06 AM

I have mine it2080 also for 2weeks running now and they are great!

Saratj1 · 01/26/2013, 08:12 AM

Check out twilight, I prefer them to the d120's because , they are a little cheaper, and have all the features the evergrows have. I feel the evergrows have been over hyped in this thread. They have had issues with the timer resetting everyday. Now you guys are saying they don't have heatsinks? Check out twilight group. I bought one with the built in timer, optics ect. It has one plug, three fans that are nearly silent, a heatsink. It works and looks great and an added bonus it was $190 shipped.

cec09 · 01/26/2013, 08:53 AM

I got in the new 420nm violets to put in my NOVA A4 fixture. I replaced 4 405nm violets and 4 395 violets. All of the lenses turned black and they eventually burned out. The new violets have a different optic bubble on the LED itself. It is almost a silicone rather than the hard plastic as before. The PAR numbers actually went up as well with these 8 new LEDs. This is after the switch. Before the switch they were aprox. 100 PAR lower in all areas. This is with the light hung 10" over the tank and all on 100%

doakota1 · 01/26/2013, 08:54 AM

Please help, here are a few pics of my tank, its 48x24x18tall
I have a dozen more sps arriving Tuesday 1/29/13. I am currently running a 36" ATI Power module 8x39watt. I am thinking about switching over to these units. what would be good for a 48" tank for color and growth, and LED layout. I am new to the LED and would like to get it right the first time. any help would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

Travis1787 · 01/26/2013, 10:24 AM

I have heard nothing but bad things about the twlight units ...

The d120s never had heat sinks so that's nothing new

The timer issue on the ITSERIES (totally different unit) was fixed along time ago ... the timers no longer do that and mine never have... and the IT UNITS have heat sinks ... both units are far from over hyped I've owned 3 now and couldn't be more impressed

Krazy · 01/26/2013, 11:00 AM

I didnt go through this whole post but where can one obtain these LED lights ?

I'd love to replace my 48" 6x54 watt T5 System in the near future or tax return...

bdevillier · 01/26/2013, 11:06 AM

i'm looking for some suggestions from those that have experience with the chinese leds. i'm building a sumped 20 gallon long and i'm looking at going with LED instead of doing t5. the 2 popular fixtures here seem to be the d120 and the "IT" series from RB/EG. i came across the 4G pro model from eshine that has a full spectrum array. for $200 shipped, the size and price it seems like a good deal especially for a 3 ch. dimmable fixture. what is the general consensus on eshine systems? which of the RB/EG fixtures would be good for 30" long tank with the light about 8" above the water? any suggestions would be really appreciated. i would love to be able to read through the last thread as well as this one but my 4 month old little girl has other plans for me. thanks again.

bhazard451 · 01/26/2013, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saratj1

Check out twilight, I prefer them to the d120's because , they are a little cheaper, and have all the features the evergrows have. I feel the evergrows have been over hyped in this thread. They have had issues with the timer resetting everyday. Now you guys are saying they don't have heatsinks? Check out twilight group. I bought one with the built in timer, optics ect. It has one plug, three fans that are nearly silent, a heatsink. It works and looks great and an added bonus it was $190 shipped.

The first run of those twilight lights weren't very good. The one I originally had, had very weak white leds, and leds were placed in a terrible layout that made my tank look like a pair of red/blue 3d glasses. They have since been fixed. They are also working on a smartphone controllable light too.

The newest Evergrow lights have firmware 1.6 on the lcd, and no longer have timer issues. If you have anything lower than that, you can have it replaced by whoever you bought it from.

bhazard451 · 01/26/2013, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdevillier

i'm looking for some suggestions from those that have experience with the chinese leds. i'm building a sumped 20 gallon long and i'm looking at going with LED instead of doing t5. the 2 popular fixtures here seem to be the d120 and the "IT" series from RB/EG. i came across the 4G pro model from eshine that has a full spectrum array. for $200 shipped, the size and price it seems like a good deal especially for a 3 ch. dimmable fixture. what is the general consensus on eshine systems? which of the RB/EG fixtures would be good for 30" long tank with the light about 8" above the water? any suggestions would be really appreciated. i would love to be able to read through the last thread as well as this one but my 4 month old little girl has other plans for me. thanks again.

EShine is decent, until you have a warranty problem. Multiple people have said that they will ignore you if something fails on the light.

bhazard451 · 01/26/2013, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cec09

I got in the new 420nm violets to put in my NOVA A4 fixture. I replaced 4 405nm violets and 4 395 violets. All of the lenses turned black and they eventually burned out. The new violets have a different optic bubble on the LED itself. It is almost a silicone rather than the hard plastic as before. The PAR numbers actually went up as well with these 8 new LEDs. This is after the switch. Before the switch they were aprox. 100 PAR lower in all areas. This is with the light hung 10" over the tank and all on 100%

Thanks for the PAR numbers. Love the tank! You've been running that Nova for awhile now right? Looks like its been working out great.

bhazard451 · 01/26/2013, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krazy

I didnt go through this whole post but where can one obtain these LED lights ?

I'd love to replace my 48" 6x54 watt T5 System in the near future or tax return...

Reefbreeders is a RC sponsor that sells these. They are in the sponsor forum, or you can go to their website.

bdevillier · 01/26/2013, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhazard451

EShine is decent, until you have a warranty problem. Multiple people have said that they will ignore you if something fails on the light.

what light would you recommend for a 20 gallon long then? i would like to put the light in a canopy if possible but i'm concerned that i wont get the coverage i need without going higher than the canopy will allow. will the D120 cover a 30" tank and 6-8" above the water?

01/25/2013, 08:04 AM	#2104
1Sik1500 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 480	Here is what I used to run 2x175 Watt 20k MH 4x65 Watt VHO Actinics My first mount. Flat a little far apart. Left a small shadow in the center Blue Channel on 100% Right and White/Red/Green/UV Channel 100% Left 100% whites, no Blues How I left them at this point. First thoughts. Build quality great, Brightness great, Mounting is not bad. I had to buy a new timer to get all four channels on a schedule. Overall very happy. Cleaned up alot of stuff under my stand. My Tank averaged 85*. I also removed both Fans from my canopy. I will see where the temperature falls after a few days. __________________ 60g Cube Simplicity is Key!

01/25/2013, 09:09 AM	#2107
1Sik1500 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 480	Travis I used the Factory cables ran pushed through Eyelets. Like this... __________________ 60g Cube Simplicity is Key!

01/25/2013, 09:38 AM	#2110
1Sik1500 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 480	The D120s i just got in do not have Heatsinks either. After mine have been running for a few hours. They are still cool to the touch. They each have 3 Fans running at all times when on. __________________ 60g Cube Simplicity is Key!

01/26/2013, 08:12 AM	#2115
Saratj1 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Columbia, TN Posts: 23	Check out twilight, I prefer them to the d120's because , they are a little cheaper, and have all the features the evergrows have. I feel the evergrows have been over hyped in this thread. They have had issues with the timer resetting everyday. Now you guys are saying they don't have heatsinks? Check out twilight group. I bought one with the built in timer, optics ect. It has one plug, three fans that are nearly silent, a heatsink. It works and looks great and an added bonus it was $190 shipped. Last edited by Saratj1; 01/26/2013 at 08:20 AM. Reason: Misspelling

01/26/2013, 08:54 AM	#2117
doakota1 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: upstate n.y. Posts: 329	Please help, here are a few pics of my tank, its 48x24x18tall I have a dozen more sps arriving Tuesday 1/29/13. I am currently running a 36" ATI Power module 8x39watt. I am thinking about switching over to these units. what would be good for a 48" tank for color and growth, and LED layout. I am new to the LED and would like to get it right the first time. any help would be greatly appreciated Thanks __________________ The Bitterness of poor quality lingers long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten current tank info 48x24x18 starphire rimless from miracles swc 160 extreme : marc melev m style sump 36x22x16 ATI 8x39 power module :Ecotech Marine Vortech MP40w ES pump Apex controller Current Tank Info: new 90 gal build

01/24/2013, 07:59 PM	#2101
bhazard451 Registered Member. Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,900	Another unrelated thing I noticed tonight. I bought a green/orange chalice from a reefer who had them under AI Sols. Within a week, it has colored up to a nice green/red under the IT light.

01/24/2013, 09:53 PM	#2102
Barro777 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 173	Just got my IT 2060. Haven't suspended it yet, just messed around a bit with settings and menus. Man it burns my laps when at full force! A powerful and wonderful fixture. I love it already. I can already tell my 4 x T5's are a very far cry from it. Anyways, on a negative side, the owner's manual is something else. Minimum information and difficult to understand.

01/24/2013, 10:03 PM	#2103
Barro777 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 173	Oh and suspension cords are kind of short. Ceilings in China that low? Gotta think how to extend them.

01/25/2013, 08:27 AM	#2105
KindCorals Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Surfers Paradise, Australia Posts: 568	Anyone with an IT2040 have a power meter? I'm just curious how much electricity they use when running at about 10% and 50%. Hopefully it would be just about 10 or 50% of 120W

01/25/2013, 08:33 AM	#2106
Travis1787 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Port Richey, FL Posts: 2,646	What did you use to hang those its hard to tell in the pic

01/25/2013, 09:12 AM	#2108
ganjero saiperchémibatteilcorazon Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 4,027	Do any of these lights have a real heatsink (spoecially the d120 and ITXXX that are becoming very popular)? or do they rely only on the fans for temperature management?

01/25/2013, 10:28 AM	#2111
SNAKEMANVET PREMIUM MEMBER Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: TRENTON Tn Posts: 4,486	I may try a d120 over my 28 nano and a it2080 over the 75.The pics of a it2080 next to the radion was enough to convince me.

01/25/2013, 10:43 AM	#2113
SNAKEMANVET PREMIUM MEMBER Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: TRENTON Tn Posts: 4,486	I forgot about the par numbers,that was also another reason.

01/26/2013, 06:06 AM	#2114
frank11 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 21	I have mine it2080 also for 2weeks running now and they are great!

01/26/2013, 08:53 AM	#2116
cec09 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: columbus ohio Posts: 413	I got in the new 420nm violets to put in my NOVA A4 fixture. I replaced 4 405nm violets and 4 395 violets. All of the lenses turned black and they eventually burned out. The new violets have a different optic bubble on the LED itself. It is almost a silicone rather than the hard plastic as before. The PAR numbers actually went up as well with these 8 new LEDs. This is after the switch. Before the switch they were aprox. 100 PAR lower in all areas. This is with the light hung 10" over the tank and all on 100%

01/26/2013, 10:24 AM	#2118
Travis1787 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Port Richey, FL Posts: 2,646	I have heard nothing but bad things about the twlight units ... The d120s never had heat sinks so that's nothing new The timer issue on the ITSERIES (totally different unit) was fixed along time ago ... the timers no longer do that and mine never have... and the IT UNITS have heat sinks ... both units are far from over hyped I've owned 3 now and couldn't be more impressed

01/26/2013, 11:00 AM	#2119
Krazy Registered Member. Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 2,941	I didnt go through this whole post but where can one obtain these LED lights ? I'd love to replace my 48" 6x54 watt T5 System in the near future or tax return...

01/26/2013, 11:06 AM	#2120
bdevillier Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tempe, az Posts: 538	i'm looking for some suggestions from those that have experience with the chinese leds. i'm building a sumped 20 gallon long and i'm looking at going with LED instead of doing t5. the 2 popular fixtures here seem to be the d120 and the "IT" series from RB/EG. i came across the 4G pro model from eshine that has a full spectrum array. for $200 shipped, the size and price it seems like a good deal especially for a 3 ch. dimmable fixture. what is the general consensus on eshine systems? which of the RB/EG fixtures would be good for 30" long tank with the light about 8" above the water? any suggestions would be really appreciated. i would love to be able to read through the last thread as well as this one but my 4 month old little girl has other plans for me. thanks again.