Who is using LED lighting

fragit
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Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 8:29:02 GMT -5

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Post by fragit on Nov 20, 2012 8:29:02 GMT -5

Just wondering who is using LEDs on their tanks, what kinds, and PAR readings if they have them. Also wondering if there is a PAR meter out there that I could use to see what I'm getting.

I will start. I got a diy kit from rapidled.com they have great customer service for all your possible needs. Price seemed very reasonable. I am running 36 bulbs 1/2 with 80 degree optics, and 3 moonlights. I have a dimmable controller that has a sunrise/sunset control on it. The shimmer effect is fantastic!!! I built the enclosure out of clear finish mahogony. Materials cost about 400 all together. My time was priceless, because of the amount of fun I had building it. Well worth the time and money!!!

gotareef
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Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 10:03:17 GMT -5

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Post by gotareef on Nov 20, 2012 10:03:17 GMT -5

I have $220 invested so far for the 2 lights, the 3 will cost me around $270-$280

I bought a 48"x 11 1/2" heatsink from an air conditioning unit and cut it into 3-16" pieces $90, (price went to $140 the day after I bought it)
led= 40- royal blue, 10- blue, 30- 14k $86,
75v drivers cost $7 each, quick silver thermal adhesive $6, wire $8

I still have to order the led to finish my last light, another $43 for the led and $14 for drivers

"you make a living by what you get,you make a life by what you give"(churchill)
----my fishies----
lightning maroon clown pair,onyx clown pair,blizzard clown/onyx clown pair,phantom clown/darwin clown pair
gold assessor,pink streak wrasse,blue mandarin,starry blenny

oceangirl2009
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Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 10:19:17 GMT -5

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Post by oceangirl2009 on Nov 20, 2012 10:19:17 GMT -5

I am! I went the lazy man's route and ordered mine from Reef Breeders for $234. I don't have a par meter so I can't give you those figures. But I have been using them for 3 months and I have seen my electric bill go down and growth increase, so I guess you can say that I'm very happy I made the switch

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Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 11:30:54 GMT -5

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Nov 20, 2012 10:19:17 GMT -5 oceangirl2009 said:

I am! I went the lazy man's route and ordered mine from Reef Breeders for $234. I don't have a par meter so I can't give you those figures. But I have been using them for 3 months and I have seen my electric bill go down and growth increase, so I guess you can say that I'm very happy I made the switch

oceangirl, is that what you bought?

www.ebay.com/itm/Reef-Aquarium-LED-Light-Controllable-And-Full-Spectrum-120watts-/110970537179?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19d65c04db

how big is your tank and what kind of tank do you have (sps, lps, softies, mix, etc)??

gotareef Senior Member Posts: 3,364	Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 12:15:58 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by gotareef on Nov 20, 2012 12:15:58 GMT -5 pretty sure this is what she has www.reef2reef.com/forums/reef-breeders/86786-photosynthetic-active-radiation-readings-our-leds.html these lights are very nice and for the $$ its a steal
	"you make a living by what you get,you make a life by what you give"(churchill) ----my fishies---- lightning maroon clown pair,onyx clown pair,blizzard clown/onyx clown pair,phantom clown/darwin clown pair gold assessor,pink streak wrasse,blue mandarin,starry blenny

oceangirl2009
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Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 16:25:45 GMT -5

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Post by oceangirl2009 on Nov 20, 2012 16:25:45 GMT -5

I have this one: www.reef2reef.com/forums/reef-breeders/94725-96watt-value-fixtures-now-linkable.html

I have it on my 36" long 35 gal with softies and lps and a maxima clam but I only run it on 50% power so I'm positive it will support SPS as well. It also comes with a 2 year warranty that is hard to find anywhere else for that price. They also have some new ones that are worth a look as well.

scoobnoob Senior Member Old Town Posts: 1,893	Who is using LED lighting Nov 20, 2012 20:26:33 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by scoobnoob on Nov 20, 2012 20:26:33 GMT -5 I have a kessil on my 24 cube love it and zoas are especially happy

maineultraclassic
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Who is using LED lighting Nov 23, 2012 21:11:33 GMT -5

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Post by maineultraclassic on Nov 23, 2012 21:11:33 GMT -5

TruLumen Pro here
4 - 12" Marine Fusion
2 - 12" Sunlight

They work and look great on my 35 hex, corals are growing like crazy and the colors are great.

Total of about $250 invested, found a seller on Ebay that took care of me at very discounted prices and free shipping.

Steve

Steve

54gal RR Corner Bowfront with 30gal breeder basement sump

Who is using LED lighting

Post by fragit on Nov 20, 2012 8:29:02 GMT -5

Post by gotareef on Nov 20, 2012 10:03:17 GMT -5

Post by oceangirl2009 on Nov 20, 2012 10:19:17 GMT -5

Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2012 11:30:54 GMT -5

Post by gotareef on Nov 20, 2012 12:15:58 GMT -5

Post by oceangirl2009 on Nov 20, 2012 16:25:45 GMT -5

Post by scoobnoob on Nov 20, 2012 20:26:33 GMT -5

Post by maineultraclassic on Nov 23, 2012 21:11:33 GMT -5