Chinese LED lightning...

WhiteTang · 05/11/2014, 07:30 AM

Hi!

Im looking into this LED lightning so I can grow SPS in the future. Is this a good option for a nano tank? What do you guys think?

Dmorty217 · 05/11/2014, 07:42 AM

Not really, you will want Cree LEDs for Sps. So basically that means nothing Chinese made. Look into a RapidLED build for your nano

Mazzy · 05/11/2014, 07:43 AM

What I like about it
- it has more blues than whites (though I would prefer a 2 to 1 ratio instead of the 1.5 to 1 that this light has, but I think that ratio will be fine)
- I can't really tell, but since it lists a remote, I'm assuming it's programmable? I like that too. I have a manually dimmable one and that is pointless.

What I don't like
- I like to actually see the layout of the bulbs but there is no pic of that
- I would like a few more bulbs. There's only 35; most have 55, but as it's going on a nano that probably doesn't matter
- And I would like to know FOR SURE if it's programmable, instead of just assuming due to the remote.
- it also doesn't list any optics so the light is going to spread outward more than downward to where you need it most.

Otherwise, I think it's a fine light for your nano. I don't see the big issue with the Chinese lights. I have one; many people have them; and for all of us that use them you only hear a handful of bad experiences with them relative to the plethora of them flooding the market.

mlott132 · 05/11/2014, 11:46 AM

Not a big fan of the Chinese lights. While the initial cost may be low good luck getting any support from them if something goes wrong. I had a set of Chinese lights over my tank and within six months one of them started acting up. Tried to get the parts sent, but they were only interested in selling me new lights. Ended up replacing all my lights with AI Vega's and could not be happier. Good luck.

alf1096 · 05/11/2014, 01:11 PM

Reefbreeders best of both worlds.

mlsund · 05/11/2014, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by mlott132

Not a big fan of the Chinese lights. While the initial cost may be low good luck getting any support from them if something goes wrong. I had a set of Chinese lights over my tank and within six months one of them started acting up. Tried to get the parts sent, but they were only interested in selling me new lights. Ended up replacing all my lights with AI Vega's and could not be happier. Good luck.

This would be the biggest reason in my book.. if i spend money i want to have a company that will respond to my technical problems should they occur..
In this economy i'm worried more and more about customer service and what i can do when things go wrong, things always go wrong.. who's gonna fix or replace it?

WhiteTang · 05/11/2014, 01:21 PM

I dont have any experience so I hope I will not find out the hard way. They do provide a 2 year warranty. Anyhow I changed my mind and I think will go for this one. It looks to be of better quality and the design is defo much nicer.

mlsund · 05/11/2014, 01:41 PM

how big is your tank?

rromans88 · 05/11/2014, 02:23 PM

I have 3 of the evergrow d120s (reef breeder value fixtures) for 5 almost 6 months. I moved them from my 125 to my 30" deep 220 gallon tank. I keep sps on the sand with excellent growth and color. I have my blue set on 65% and my whites on 35%. They have bridgelux LEDs. I get excellent performance and a 3 year warranty. Reef breeders handles all their own warranty claims right here in the USA. These is a forum here some where where some one compare a it2080 to a radion pro and they have very very similar par ratings at all depths.

WhiteTang · 05/11/2014, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mlsund

how big is your tank?

My tank is a IM Nuvo 16G. Its a nano tank

WhiteTang · 05/11/2014, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rromans88

I have 3 of the evergrow d120s (reef breeder value fixtures) for 5 almost 6 months. I moved them from my 125 to my 30" deep 220 gallon tank. I keep sps on the sand with excellent growth and color. I have my blue set on 65% and my whites on 35%. They have bridgelux LEDs. I get excellent performance and a 3 year warranty. Reef breeders handles all their own warranty claims right here in the USA. These is a forum here some where where some one compare a it2080 to a radion pro and they have very very similar par ratings at all depths.

the one I want to buy uses bridgelux/cree LED. I might have a nano but I would love to grow some SPS

mlsund · 05/11/2014, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by WhiteTang

My tank is a IM Nuvo 16G. Its a nano tank

I would really consider Aqua Illumination the extra cost may be worth it..

05/11/2014, 07:30 AM	#1
WhiteTang Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 435	Chinese LED lightning... Hi! Im looking into this LED lightning so I can grow SPS in the future. Is this a good option for a nano tank? What do you guys think?

05/11/2014, 07:42 AM	#2
Dmorty217 Saltwater Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vandalia OHIO Posts: 11,624	Not really, you will want Cree LEDs for Sps. So basically that means nothing Chinese made. Look into a RapidLED build for your nano __________________ Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs

05/11/2014, 11:46 AM	#4
mlott132 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NWI Posts: 697	Not a big fan of the Chinese lights. While the initial cost may be low good luck getting any support from them if something goes wrong. I had a set of Chinese lights over my tank and within six months one of them started acting up. Tried to get the parts sent, but they were only interested in selling me new lights. Ended up replacing all my lights with AI Vega's and could not be happier. Good luck. __________________ 75 Gallon mixed reef, Trigger Systems Ruby 30S, Lifereef SVS3-24 Skimmer, Eheim 1262, 2x AI Vega LED Lights, 1x Jebao RW-8 powerhead, 1x Ecotech MP-40 powerhead

05/11/2014, 01:11 PM	#5
alf1096 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 399	Reefbreeders best of both worlds. __________________ 125 gal DT with 30 Sump, ReefBreeders LEDs, Mixed Reef

05/11/2014, 01:41 PM	#8
mlsund Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 88	how big is your tank? __________________ Here we are again...

05/11/2014, 07:43 AM	#3
Mazzy Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Michigan! GO BLUE!! Posts: 172	What I like about it - it has more blues than whites (though I would prefer a 2 to 1 ratio instead of the 1.5 to 1 that this light has, but I think that ratio will be fine) - I can't really tell, but since it lists a remote, I'm assuming it's programmable? I like that too. I have a manually dimmable one and that is pointless. What I don't like - I like to actually see the layout of the bulbs but there is no pic of that - I would like a few more bulbs. There's only 35; most have 55, but as it's going on a nano that probably doesn't matter - And I would like to know FOR SURE if it's programmable, instead of just assuming due to the remote. - it also doesn't list any optics so the light is going to spread outward more than downward to where you need it most. Otherwise, I think it's a fine light for your nano. I don't see the big issue with the Chinese lights. I have one; many people have them; and for all of us that use them you only hear a handful of bad experiences with them relative to the plethora of them flooding the market.

05/11/2014, 01:21 PM	#7
WhiteTang Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 435	I dont have any experience so I hope I will not find out the hard way. They do provide a 2 year warranty. Anyhow I changed my mind and I think will go for this one. It looks to be of better quality and the design is defo much nicer.

05/11/2014, 02:23 PM	#9
rromans88 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 64	I have 3 of the evergrow d120s (reef breeder value fixtures) for 5 almost 6 months. I moved them from my 125 to my 30" deep 220 gallon tank. I keep sps on the sand with excellent growth and color. I have my blue set on 65% and my whites on 35%. They have bridgelux LEDs. I get excellent performance and a 3 year warranty. Reef breeders handles all their own warranty claims right here in the USA. These is a forum here some where where some one compare a it2080 to a radion pro and they have very very similar par ratings at all depths.