DIY EcoPico LED Lighting!

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by KDtrey5, Feb 18, 2013.

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  1. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Here is what I currently have on my eco pico reef tank.
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    This is decent lighting; however, I would love to do a simple, cheap upgrade with a couple rapid LEDs. I don't want this to be expensive at all!!!
    I am all for growth and color. What are some good color combos. Also what do I need to buy and do to connect/use these???!! Thanks!
     
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    1.0reef Giant Squid

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    NW:RB 1:2, one 3UP and one TV will work, and you won't need the current lights.
     
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    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    If only I knew what that all meant. I'm not that educated on these leds
     
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    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Can anyone explain to me how this works
     
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    insanespain Ocellaris Clown

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    I don't even know what 3up and TV means.

    What are your questions? The basic short version is, you buy a heat sink, some leds, and an led driver to power the leds.

    1.0 is saying do a ratio of 1 white led to 2 royal blue leds.
     
  7. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    K. Do you think the 3 strips I have on my tank currently is enough. It would be cool to have an easy sps
     
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    1 4.5K white to 2 455nm (approx.) royal blues on 1 star to reduce disco, 1-2 of those and a TV (True Violet 405-430nm) will work fine.