Blades with Mobius or AI?

[Peluche]

I will be programming my three Blades tommorrow, and I am wondering what application I should use. Should I use Mobius or AI? What are the pros and cons of each?

I have two Grows, and one Glow.

 

[rtparty]

If you use Apex and plan to get an MXM, go with Mobius from the start.

I never tried Mobius with mine and just used MyAI. It’s been great and super easy. Now I have an MXM coming and have to set them up with Mobius. So we will see which is “better”

 

[Peluche]

Somebody else?

 

[spsick]

Mobius user here, found the programming to be easier and more intuitive on the AI app.

 

[Peluche]

Mobius user here, found the programming to be easier and more intuitive on the AI app.

Does one or the other offer exactly the same possibilities?

 

[spsick]

Does one or the other offer exactly the same possibilities?

I have no idea but trying to program a basic schedule on Mobius was maddening.

 

[jneu82]

If you use Apex and plan to get an MXM, go with Mobius from the start.

I never tried Mobius with mine and just used MyAI. It’s been great and super easy. Now I have an MXM coming and have to set them up with Mobius. So we will see which is “better”

Just curious of your thoughts on the blade grow. I have a 32 gallon fluval I've been upgrading and thinking about going with x2 30" blade grow lights. Any info is truly appreciated

 

[Peluche]

Just curious of your thoughts on the blade grow. I have a 32 gallon fluval I've been upgrading and thinking about going with x2 30" blade grow lights. Any info is truly appreciated

I tested those Blades with a Par meter, and dang they are bright. One Blade will be enough for your 32 gallons.

 

[jimsreef]

I tested those Blades with a Par meter, and dang they are bright. One Blade will be enough for your 32 gallons.

What was the par levels?

 

[Peluche]

What was the par levels?

I have a Waterbox AIO 65.4 gallons. I have two Grows and one Glow resting on the tank. Total intensity peaking at only 30% of possible total capacity. I get around 200 Par on the sand, and up to 380 Par on the higher rocks. Middle rocks yield around 260 Par. Darkest area on my sand is 175 Par.

 

[jimsreef]

I have a waterbox cube 20. Would one blade 12 grow be enough?

 

[Peluche]

I have a waterbox cube 20. Would one blade 12 grow be enough?

I should think so. In terms of intensity. But you would not benefit from the purple wavelengths the Glow can provide.

 

[twentyleagues]

I have a waterbox cube 20. Would one blade 12 grow be enough?

id say yes i have 1 o my current tank that measures just under 20" square and like 18" deep. I have the 21" model. its set at about 40% intensity. dont have a par meter yet so no idea what the par actually is. my lps and softies are happy.

I use the My AI app for programming mobius wouldnt work. I find the MY AI app works but its kind of finicky to adjust.

 

[Northern Flicker]

I have a Waterbox AIO 65.4 gallons. I have two Grows and one Glow resting on the tank. Total intensity peaking at only 30% of possible total capacity. I get around 200 Par on the sand, and up to 380 Par on the higher rocks. Middle rocks yield around 260 Par. Darkest area on my sand is 175 Par.

Holy, those things are beasts. Going to sell 1 Glow, or keep 2 for coverage?

 

[kiddiosky]

I have 32gal Fiji Cube AIO with 1 21" Grow.
I'm using Mobius app with SAXBY setting.
I have my intensity set at 60%
I'm planning to add a Glow in the future.

 

[kLoRRn]

Mobius might be the way to go if youre getting a grow and a glow. They have a preset built in for combining the two types of lights. Might give you a good idea on how to set the combination of lights instead of starting from the beginning

 

[blaxsun]

+1 for Mobius. While it's not the greatest app, they have made numerous improvements and it's far superior to the MyAI app.