Maxspect Razor LED, or something comparable?

Meglovin · 01/27/2014, 11:40 PM

I'm looking for lighting for our new 30 gallon rimless JBJ (dimensions are 23.6"x19.7"x16.5".) I saw the nano Maxspect Razor 60w 16000k and fell in LOVE with the colors; I have never loved a light as much as this one. However, it was over a 6 gallon tank and was using about 30% for each channel.

I was interested in purchasing the same one for my new tank. Would the nano light work? Do I need to upgrade to a larger model? How does this light do with coral growth? I am interested mostly in LPS and softies. Are there any other comparable lights that produce the same crisp, beautiful look that are cheaper? (I'm a broke college kid that tries to save money wherever I can.)

mcgyvr · 01/28/2014, 06:36 AM

save the extra money for more beer and get this
http://www.oceanrevivellc.com/goods.php?id=18
Doesn't do anything "fancy" though..

agranoff · 01/28/2014, 08:29 AM

The 60w is probably not going to be enough for a 30g tank, especially for full coverage of the entire tank. As a reference point, I run the 120w on a 16 gallon at 65% max on either channel and my LPS are doing good. You may want to go with a cheaper option to get more coverage.

foundnemo11 · 01/28/2014, 09:33 AM

Reef breeders photon series?

I hear good things about these inexpensive lights that have many features. They also have 2 year warranty so if something breaks at least your covered

Meglovin · 01/28/2014, 03:38 PM

Thank you all immensely for the suggestions; I was afraid that the 60w wouldn't have adequate coverage. I'm afraid of purchasing a set of LEDs without seeing them in person, though, since the only LED light I've ever absolutely loved was with the Razor.

postie1686 · 02/02/2014, 07:28 PM

this one might work well for you! i love mine so far

http://www.ocreef.com/optimaxx_led_a...rt_system_120w

01/27/2014, 11:40 PM	#1
Meglovin Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 48	Maxspect Razor LED, or something comparable? I'm looking for lighting for our new 30 gallon rimless JBJ (dimensions are 23.6"x19.7"x16.5".) I saw the nano Maxspect Razor 60w 16000k and fell in LOVE with the colors; I have never loved a light as much as this one. However, it was over a 6 gallon tank and was using about 30% for each channel. I was interested in purchasing the same one for my new tank. Would the nano light work? Do I need to upgrade to a larger model? How does this light do with coral growth? I am interested mostly in LPS and softies. Are there any other comparable lights that produce the same crisp, beautiful look that are cheaper? (I'm a broke college kid that tries to save money wherever I can.)

01/28/2014, 06:36 AM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	save the extra money for more beer and get this http://www.oceanrevivellc.com/goods.php?id=18 Doesn't do anything "fancy" though.. __________________ Who me?

01/28/2014, 08:29 AM	#3
agranoff Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 174	The 60w is probably not going to be enough for a 30g tank, especially for full coverage of the entire tank. As a reference point, I run the 120w on a 16 gallon at 65% max on either channel and my LPS are doing good. You may want to go with a cheaper option to get more coverage. __________________ Fusion 40, Neptune Apex, Maxspect Razor 120w, Tunze ATO & Skimmer, IM Reactor, Arctica Chiller 1/10HP, BRS Dosers (Alk&Cal), MP10. Clownfish, Coral, 2 PJ Cardinals & Royal Gramma

01/28/2014, 09:33 AM	#4
foundnemo11 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 839	Reef breeders photon series? I hear good things about these inexpensive lights that have many features. They also have 2 year warranty so if something breaks at least your covered __________________ I am a compulsive liar, and a millionaire. Current Tank Info: 75 gallon mixed reef, mostly sps, bubble magnus skimmer nac5, Reefbreeders Photon48, hippo tang, kole tang, 2 clownfish, 3 chromis, 1 cleaner wrasse, 1 cleaner shrimp, crabs/snails

01/28/2014, 03:38 PM	#5
Meglovin Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 48	Thank you all immensely for the suggestions; I was afraid that the 60w wouldn't have adequate coverage. I'm afraid of purchasing a set of LEDs without seeing them in person, though, since the only LED light I've ever absolutely loved was with the Razor.

02/02/2014, 07:28 PM	#6
postie1686 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 191	this one might work well for you! i love mine so far http://www.ocreef.com/optimaxx_led_a...rt_system_120w