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10/26/2015, 02:09 PM | #1 |
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Changing to LED...? Help please!
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I got questions! How many LED? What kind of LED? How many Watts? What I need to buy? What does the box with holes on the front where the wires from the LED strip goes in is? This is the 30 gallons tank... Pics: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2533058 Well is about 23" wide by 31" height... Not sure about the distance from the back to the front... About 15" I just want a bubble tip anemone and I have some soft corals (Mushroom corals? (Actinodiscus?)) and a... Star? Polip?* (Clavularia) There's no other corals available on the city anyway... So my objective is to keep the anemone happy! (Entacmaea?) I'm totally unaware of light instalation, please tell me if it is possible and how should I do it... If someone would assist me over a video call would be amazing. By now... I got youtube lol Thanks a lot for reading and double thanks to anyone who reply! |
10/26/2015, 02:16 PM | #2 |
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Radion xr30w G3 Pro if you got cash
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10/26/2015, 02:43 PM | #4 |
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I wanted to add that... I was thinking to buy normal LED like the ones at Lowes...
They work? |
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if you're on a budget, look into the AI prime. It should be ok to keep more light demanding things on the upper half of your tank. |
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10/26/2015, 03:06 PM | #6 |
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If you get an LED like they sell at the hardware store, you'll have the same issue as buying an MH/HPS light from the hardware store, or any other light. Usually a lot less output, and definitely in the wrong spectrum for growing corals.
Hardware store lights generally are designed to mimic sunlight, and if you apply those spectrums to an aquarium, it will promote algae growth over coral growth. It's not cut and dry like I'm making it out to be, but it's a general rule. |
10/26/2015, 03:20 PM | #7 |
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Okay guys... So...
What about Hamilton Technology 30 LED stip? |
10/27/2015, 06:53 AM | #8 |
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Led strips are useless
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10/27/2015, 07:27 AM | #9 |
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First... What is your budget for this light? There are hundreds of options out there, but without knowing what your range is, this will take a very long time.
Here are some recommendations I can make based on my budget and taking into account what you are looking to keep in your tank. Full-Spectrum-Dimmable-165w-LED-Aquarium-Grow-Lights-55x3w WIFI-Dimmable-Full-Spectrum-165W-LED-Aquarium-Light 120W-LED-Aquarium-Light-Dimmable-Full-Spectrum Kessil-A150W-10000K-Special-Blend-LED-Aquarium-Light Kessil-led-A350-Aquarium-light
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10/28/2015, 04:01 AM | #10 |
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Well... I guess then LED strips are not a good idea...
I have some sort of budget for it, the ones you post are on range! Thanks for the recommendations I will check them out, I hope they ship to Mexico. |
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Good luck. I hope you get something that works for your budget and your corals.
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10/28/2015, 07:25 AM | #12 |
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RGB LED units are not suitable for reef aquariums. You get white light, but there are lots of gaps in the spectrum. What ever LED unit you choose make sure it has a broad spectrum white included.
You might want to consider something like a reef breeders photon or the mars aqua. They are full spectrum with some control. They have gotten good reviews.
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10/29/2015, 11:43 AM | #13 |
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Hey guys! Thanks a lot for the replies, I will look for those ASAP!
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Look for manufacturers recommendations on depth of water vs what can grow.
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