best LED for 300 wide??

rhyno · Jul 3, 2016

looking for some input on LED lighting with mounting kept in mind. keeping tank open top, no canopy and trying to avoid hanging lights from ceiling. I purchased Radion xr30 pro Gen3 (4) but was worried i may not get coverage to front of tank or full 36". i planned to use mounting arms and have changed to the multi light bracket.. considering adding more radions or just going with another option completely. maybe orphek atlantik 3, geisemann vervve but I'm open to suggestions. any input is appreciated. thanks

jsker · Jul 3, 2016

Have you looked at the Hydra 26 hd's?

scardall · Jul 3, 2016

Kessil AP700 may be an option.

rhyno · Jul 3, 2016

someone recommended the kessils. I've pretty much looked into just about every led option. i just want to make sure I'm getting the coverage i need. i think the openings are 36 x 21 with the braces separating into 3 sections

rhyno · Jul 3, 2016

the kessils look like a nice option, its the mounting arm thats got me questioning if it will reach the front of the tank. I'm trying desperately not to hang a mount from the ceiling.

rhyno · Jul 3, 2016

jsker said:
Have you looked at the Hydra 26 hd's?

the 52s look awesome too. and i like that they have the mount to run side to side across the tank as one continuous light bar

jsker · Jul 3, 2016

I really like my 26's, I thought I would suggest looking at these lights

Bearded Fish Man · Jul 3, 2016

Radion XR30 pro's or AP700. Either one is a good option.

sawdonkey · Jul 4, 2016

Those reef breeder Photon 2s look dope. Put two of those side by side. You get the length and the width. You get a lot of lights for a Big Bang for your buck. Plus the light source would be very spread out, minimizing the LED shadow effect.

scardall · Jul 4, 2016

http://www.marinedepot.com/Kessil_Mounting_Arm_for_AP700_A360_and_A160_LED_Light_Aquarium_LED_Light_Fixture_Accessoreis-Kessil-YH34032-FILTFILDAC-vi.html
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/ap700-canopy-mounting-system-kessil.html?gclid=CLOW0cGc2s0CFdgQgQodzRcNWw
http://www.marinedepot.com/Kessil_E...Accessoreis-Kessil-YH34033-FILTFILDAC-vi.html

These links should give you 2 options that will satisfy your requirements for mounting your AP700.
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/ap700-led-lighting-panel-kessil.html

rhyno · Jul 4, 2016

planning to use the AI 72" mounting rails. so def smthg that works with that set up.
so far i like the hydra 26/52, kessil, orphek v3 & radions. seems like the kessil offers the most coverage. the v3 is nice but most expensive option.. radion was initial choice but i think id need at least 5... the hydras or kessils are my top options rt now

scardall · Jul 4, 2016

rhyno said:
planning to use the AI 72" mounting rails. so def smthg that works with that set up.
so far i like the hydra 26/52, kessil, orphek v3 & radions. seems like the kessil offers the most coverage. the v3 is nice but most expensive option.. radion was initial choice but i think id need at least 5... the hydras or kessils are my top options rt now

IMO Kessil AP700 Is much better than Hydra's hands down. Better PUR, of which is more important than PAR. High Quality and cost effective with excellent flexibility. My choice would be 1) Orphek 2) Kessil 3) Radion Pro
4) Ecotech 5) AquaRay

ReefLEDLights · Jul 4, 2016

Dont forget the Sirius XTC

Bill

rhyno · Jul 6, 2016

this is easily one of my favorite setups! wow

rhyno · Jul 6, 2016

by the way, i appreciate everyones input! thanks

domination2580 · Jul 6, 2016

Sbreeflights

ReefLEDLights · Jul 6, 2016

Even if they are 3 watt knockoffs...You have the PAR for SPS...PUR for those able to measure easily...

Well Done...Just be careful to keep the flow up as those colonies grow.

Also not knowing your specific light be prepared if one goes out.

Bill

scardall · Jul 6, 2016

rhyno said:
this is easily one of my favorite setups! wow

Who's lights are those that you used there for your final decisions?

Reef Breeders · Jul 6, 2016

sawdonkey said:
Those reef breeder Photon 2s look dope. Put two of those side by side. You get the length and the width. You get a lot of lights for a Big Bang for your buck. Plus the light source would be very spread out, minimizing the LED shadow effect.

3 of the Photon 32-V2s would cover that tank well for around $1,7125, and you can sit them right on the rim of the tank with the included mounting legs. All 3 will program on the same wireless remote. They use Cree LEDs and have 6 dimming channels with sunrise and sunset simulation, and built in mounting legs as well.

ReefLEDLights · Jul 6, 2016

Reef Breeders said:
3 of the Photon 32-V2s would cover that tank well for around $1,7125, and you can sit them right on the rim of the tank with the included mounting legs. All 3 will program on the same wireless remote. They use Cree LEDs and have 6 dimming channels with sunrise and sunset simulation, and built in mounting legs as well.

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