LEDs for Refugium

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  1. jerseyreefer

    jerseyreefer Bristle Worm

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    Is any one using LEDs for their refugium? It sounds like the way to go since I run the light 24 / 7. And the size is small enough (30gal) that the purchase price should be reasonable.
     
    jerseyreefer, May 21, 2010
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    If you go that way get them in 6500K spectrum only. That seems to be the best for growing macro algae.
     
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  3. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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    nope, I run a $5 clip on reflector from HomeDepot and a $6 CFL 6500k bulb rated at 24watts with a 125watt equivalence
     
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  4. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    you can try it if they are made specifically for plants(usually expensive). If its just a regular light I think it wouldn't support growth very well because leds have a narrow spectrum I believe.
     
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  5. jerseyreefer

    jerseyreefer Bristle Worm

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    Thanks, Looks like I will stay with my clamp on CPF.
     
    jerseyreefer, May 22, 2010
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