needing a custom built led fixture

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by 1fishyguy, Feb 4, 2012.

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  1. 1fishyguy

    1fishyguy Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I have no experience on building leds. If someone is interested in making some cash on a simple 48in long 12 bulb cree system of just royal blues let me know ;D
     
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  3. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    Didn't you just add a Phoenix 14000K? The peak spectrum of the phoenix is 450nm, and the peak spectrum of the royal blues is 450nm. So, it really isn't much for supplementation. Or am I thinking of someone else?

    If you want to supplement a phoenix, go with 420nm LEDs, or maybe a mix of 420s and CREE blue (not royal blue), as the Phoenix lacks more in these areas.
     
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    1fishyguy Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I did. And I didn't know this thanks for the input :) where can I find 420nm?
    And I just added 2 14k 250w
     
  5. tom.n.day

    tom.n.day Eyelash Blennie

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    for what size tank? I didn't have any experience before my recent build but was able to pull it off after a couple of posts!

    If you are trying to make an "accent light" I would suggest getting a few UV's to add too the Blue maybe, 6/6 for your tank? they have them at Rapidled
     
  6. redfishsc

    redfishsc Feather Duster

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    Nano-box-reef.com builds custom stuff using Rebel LEDs.


    I do know this guy from our local aquarium forum (carolinafishtalk.com) and I've bought individual LEDs (for my own DIY stuff) and he's a good guy. He's not the cheapest, for sure, but his LEDs are very comparable to the stuff produced by the big-box companies.
     
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    1fishyguy Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Thanks ill look into it