Marineland Reef Capable LED

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by mdlinkous, Jan 20, 2011.

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  1. mdlinkous

    mdlinkous Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Was wondering if the Marineland Reef capable LED's systems are sufficient for my aquarium. It has 1670 lumens.....

    Does anyone know how that compares to watts....
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Watts and lumens are bad measures for how effective lighting is. You will need to find out what the PAR or PUR for the unit is. A 4X24W T5HO unit puts out 10000 lumen BTW. I don't believe the LED fixture is good enough for a reef tank. Fish only it would be fine.
     
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  3. mdlinkous

    mdlinkous Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    What about fish only and anomones? No corals
     
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  4. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    What kind of nem? There are some exceptions, but most like a good amount of light.
     
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  5. mike007

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    Anemones need a lot of light and an established, stable tank.

    I don't think that light is enough for an anemone. I'd go with a DIY led project. :)
     
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