Good light to grow chaeto?

[tmccaff]

I was wondering what kind of light should be used to grow Chaeto? Thanks

 

[Lavey29]

I'm using neptune gro light. So far seems excellent but pricey.

 

[Dan_P]

I was wondering what kind of light should be used to grow Chaeto? Thanks

Macro algae are not not fussy like coral. An LED spotlight 100 watt equivalent 5500-6500 K and a cheap clap on fixture is enough. It is not pretty. You will need to spend more for an attractive solution.

 

[TastyScrants]

Tunze eco chic purple/pink. It’s waterproof so you can stick it where you like it.

 

[tmccaff]

I like the Tunze one.

 

[chadfish]

I use the Inkbird with success

 

[Wasabiroot]

Any fixture putting out the correct spectrum with sufficient lighting period and proper acclimation should grow chaeto. I use a 50w led light from Amazon. It was 30 bucks.

 

[Pistondog]

Waterproof 100W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum, New Technology COB LED Grow Light, Natural Heat Dissipation Without Noise, Suitable for Plants All Growing Stage Indoor or Outdoor.

 

[Camaro Show Corals]

Kessil 360x fuge

 

[WheatToast]

Macro algae are not not fussy like coral…

Sargassum begs to differ… it seems incredibly picky about high lighting and flow and I have only had limited success with it.
https://www.live-plants.com/sargassum.htm

I was wondering what kind of light should be used to grow Chaeto? Thanks

I have have had immense success with the following light on my Ulva, and I would assume it could grow Chaetomorpha as well. Note that it is not adjustable and does not come with a timer or E26 socket.

 

[mackbamf]

Neptune Gro has worked great for me.

 

[dvgyfresh]

UFO grow light on Amazon grows coraline algae and macro like crazy

 

[Zach B]

There are so many lights that will grow chaeto, I suppose it comes down to the company you like or size & compatibility. I chose the neptune gro as well, for I am an easy sell and I already had the system Its working great so far. Best of luck to you

 

[Lavey29]

It really has to do with the space you are trying to light also. This is where the neptune gro has a nice approach allowing mounting close to the water to prevent light spillage into other chambers.

 

[BanZI29]

I have this light, and for 25 bucks, it really grows out my Chaeto.

 

[Schraufabagel]

The Innovative Marine AquaGadget light has worked well for me