Radion LEDs

[bushnell]

Hey i'm kinda confused. The write up on these lights are comparable to a MH 250W but yet you need 1 for a 40G. So with my 144G do I need 3 or can I get by with just 2?

[EcoTech Marine]

We try to be very conservative with any rating that we provide. Check out this video below for a direct comparison between the Radion and 250w halides:

http://www.mrsaltwatertank.com/pumps-glue-and-now-leds/

[bushnell]

Thanks Tim. I have already watched that vid. I'm reaaly impressed with the product but the question is "will 2 fixtures be enough on a 144G half circle tank that is 48" long 29" wide and 29"deep with SPS or do I need 3 fixtures?"
Thanks

[asonitez]

I'm wondering the same thing. I have a 48" 30 Deep 24" wide starphire tank that I'm looking to go to LED's around feb..

[Bobbofin]

I'm thinking of buying two AI Sol Blue since the price drop to $399. I'll be doing a 50 gallon 36x18x18 in my den. Two of the Sol's will probably do a better job of lighting it than a single Radion. Two Radions at $1500 is a bit much. People with three foot 40, 50 or 65 gallon tanks are kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place.

[rtparty]

Originally Posted by Bobbofin

I'm thinking of buying two AI Sol Blue since the price drop to $399. I'll be doing a 50 gallon 36x18x18 in my den. Two of the Sol's will probably do a better job of lighting it than a single Radion. Two Radions at $1500 is a bit much. People with three foot 40, 50 or 65 gallon tanks are kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Not really. Do you want the full spectrum or half the spectrum?

[BrklynArch]

also curious to the recommended # of units? 48x24x20 mixed reef
2 units or 3?

[Firefighter-rn]

Originally Posted by Bobbofin

I'm thinking of buying two AI Sol Blue since the price drop to $399. I'll be doing a 50 gallon 36x18x18 in my den. Two of the Sol's will probably do a better job of lighting it than a single Radion. Two Radions at $1500 is a bit much. People with three foot 40, 50 or 65 gallon tanks are kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Price drop? Where did you see that? Are you sure your not talking about the sol nano.

[this is me]

Originally Posted by Bobbofin

I'm thinking of buying two AI Sol Blue since the price drop to $399. I'll be doing a 50 gallon 36x18x18 in my den. Two of the Sol's will probably do a better job of lighting it than a single Radion. Two Radions at $1500 is a bit much. People with three foot 40, 50 or 65 gallon tanks are kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Wahh wahhh wahhh.
The Radion, IMO, is well priced compare to other highend LED fixtures.

[Bobbofin]

Originally Posted by Bobbofin

I'm thinking of buying two AI Sol Blue since the price drop to $399. I'll be doing a 50 gallon 36x18x18 in my den. Two of the Sol's will probably do a better job of lighting it than a single Radion. Two Radions at $1500 is a bit much. People with three foot 40, 50 or 65 gallon tanks are kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Okay, do you think a single Radion could light a 36 x 18 tank?

[olemiss reb]

Originally Posted by Bobbofin

Okay, do you think a single Radion could light a 36 x 18 tank?

I ordered two for my 36x18x24, figuring overkill is better than not having enough.

[madweazl]

I really like this setup but my tank is only 36x12 (26g flat back hex). Doesnt look like this is the right choice for me Is there a way to get this setup to compliment my tank?

[bushnell]

Wow no honest reply or even a reply at all from Ecotech. Can someone from Ecotech answer these questions please. Not trying to be a jerk but i'm ready for LEDs but want to make sure that these will be the right choice for my tank.

[SkullV]

Originally Posted by bushnell

Wow no honest reply or even a reply at all from Ecotech. Can someone from Ecotech answer these questions please. Not trying to be a jerk but i'm ready for LEDs but want to make sure that these will be the right choice for my tank.

They were at MACNA, you may also deduce if you looked at their post times that they generally answer during weekday mornings and early afternoon.

[Bruce Leroy]

Same Question:
I have a 65. Will one work?

[EcoTech Marine]

bushnell-

We've been away at MACNA since last Wednesday arriving back at the office directly from the airport yesterday morning. We're doing our best to respond to everything as this week starts but we're going to need some patience while we get caught up.

For your tank I would recommend three lights.

For those asking about 36" tanks -

You'll definitely need to decide between one and two units. Two units will offer more flexibility, more PAR, less shadows and more even distribution over the whole tank. However with one unit mounted sufficiently high over the tank you could be OK too. At this point I would err on the side that better to have more and turn it down to suit your needs.

for a 48x20x24" tank

I would go with two to start out, this should be fine for the long term. www.mrsaltwatertank.com's aquarium is the same size.

[loweryster]

Would I be safe with just one over a 30 x 30 x 24 cube with SPS?

[Texsun]

Originally Posted by loweryster

Would I be safe with just one over a 30 x 30 x 24 cube with SPS?

I'd like to know as well. i assume we'd need to mount them higher than 8".

[EcoTech Service]

Although it's not impossible to light a 30x30x24'' cube with just (1) XR-30, raising it to fully spread that footprint would cause a decrease in PAR. For some it might be an option, but for an SPS-dominated aquarium we'd feel much more comfortable recommending two fixtures.