Lighting for SPS

Discussion in 'SPS Corals' started by Ryan Duchatel, Aug 9, 2012.

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  1. Camkha1234

    Camkha1234 Great Blue Whale

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    No problem :)

    Are there any other light fixtures that would fit the tank?
     
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  2. Ryan Duchatel

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    Ryan Duchatel, Aug 12, 2012
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    Camkha1234 Great Blue Whale

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    Do you know how high it would raise the fixture?
     
    Camkha1234, Aug 13, 2012
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  4. Ryan Duchatel

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    Im not to sure. I think about 6".

    I think I have decided on what I am going to get. Considering the fact that metal halides will chew the electricity I am going to go with CREE LED.

    Im going to get a MarineTech 48" 3W CREE LED, with 48 3W LED's. I think that will be heaps better, for both the coral and the electricity bill :). -> But not for the bank account hahahaha.
     
    Ryan Duchatel, Aug 13, 2012
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    Camkha1234 Great Blue Whale

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    Good choice. Trust me, it will save you lots of money in the long run because of the power consumption and the fact that you don't have to change the bulbs every 6 months. Let us know how it goes :)
     
    Camkha1234, Aug 14, 2012
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  6. Ryan Duchatel

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    The light has 48 x 3W CREE LED, LED Combination: 24 white (14000K), 16 blue (460nm) and 8 moonlight blue (453nm).

    I have heard that red LED are good for SPS corals. Since this light is completely customizable before purchase, should I swap out 2 white and 2 blue for 4 red LED?
     
    Ryan Duchatel, Aug 16, 2012
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    4 x t5ho or high quality led. I will post some tomarrow...
     
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    You could do that. I'll create a bigger color spectrum.
     
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    We're actually talking about both ;) I'm explaining how a fuller spectrum helps with coral color and growth. You really need to relax. There's no reason to get mad :)
     
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    Were you able to buy the lights?
     
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