is this a decent led light

heaven425 · Sep 8, 2012

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[FONT=&amp]131W (Both On)[/FONT]

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Would 2 of these over a 75 gallon 48"x18"x20" work for all corals? Is the PAR and PUR good? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated, thanks

Reef Breeders · Sep 8, 2012

No, you will need about twice the power, you could keep some softies with 2 of these lights.

bige · Sep 8, 2012

How much are they asking for that light? I think you could do better.

heaven425 · Sep 9, 2012

they are $160.00 each

heaven425 · Sep 9, 2012

anything in this price range out there for LEDs that are better? If not what about this?

Non-corrosive Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
Durable German Aluminum Reflector for Maximum and Optimal Lighting Effect
A Single Power Cord To Power All Lamps for Making It Easy to Mount On The Aquarium
LCD Panel with Timer Controls T5 Lamps and Lunar LEDs Independently
Well-ventilated Design with Thermovents on Top and Both Ends of the Fixture
Acrylic Shield to Protect the Light from Splashing
Standard T5 Sockets
Mounting Legs to Jack Up the Light & Keep Safe Distance from Water
CE Certificated

Specifications:

Voltage: 110V
Power: 324W
Dimension: 48"L x 13"W x 3"H
Dimension with Legs: 49"L x 15"W x 7"H
Power Cord: Approx. 90"

Package Content:

1 x 48"Aquarium Light Fixture
3 x 54W T5 HO 12,000K Fluorescent Lamps
3 x 54W T5 HO Actinic Blue Lamps
10 x Dual Bluemoon LEDs
4 x Mounting Legs

heaven425 · Sep 9, 2012

anemonekeeper said:
No, you will need about twice the power, you could keep some softies with 2 of these lights.

would they be ok for LPS corals?

Poseidon · Sep 9, 2012

I'd stop shopping E-Bay, and check out some of the sponsors here. We have more then a couple top notch LED vendors that can get you set up with what you need. I have a light from a sponsor here myself.

impur · Sep 10, 2012

The aquastyle kits are pretty good, and are at a great price point.

shrimplet · Sep 10, 2012

reefkoi.com on here has some great led light from evolution led in that price range i have a few of them and they are great for almost everything

majicmike · Sep 10, 2012

heaven425 said:
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448x285x110mm

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AC85~264V

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Working current

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630ma

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63W

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(Blue on, white off)

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66W

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(White On, blue off)

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Power consumption

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131W (Both On)

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50/60 Hz

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Inner box

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455Ã—275Ã—110mm/1PCS

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Power

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120W (55x3W)

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Lumens

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≥5500LM(all)

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Lifespan

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50,000 Hours

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Blue

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25*3W LED

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30*3W LED

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Blue & White

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White: 12,000-14,000 K

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Lighting area

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78㎡/3m (840ft²/10ft)

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Would 2 of these over a 75 gallon 48"x18"x20" work for all corals? Is the PAR and PUR good? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated, thanks

Are these tio tronics off e-bay?

If so I run 6 of these on my 300 and they are more than capable lights I have over 200 par at the sand bed in a 24" tall tank. I have sps the grow and have great color

heaven425 · Sep 11, 2012

yes they are, thanks for replying great to hear that. How long have u had them and do you think 2 would work on my 75g 48x18x20 tank?

heaven425 · Sep 14, 2012

majicmike said:
Are these tio tronics off e-bay?

If so I run 6 of these on my 300 and they are more than capable lights I have over 200 par at the sand bed in a 24" tall tank. I have sps the grow and have great color

Thanks they are tio tronics it's good to hear from someone that is using them. Do you think 2 are enough for my tank? How high off the water do you have yours? Thanks again for the positive reply

saratj1 · Oct 21, 2012

I ordered some of these for my sister, and now just ordered some for myself. I built my own led and my led driver died so I bought one of the taotronics lights, for the money you can't beat them. You can't build your own 120w light for the price of the "Chinese black box light" there are several out there with different features. I would spent a little more and get a dimmable model.
I bought my sisters light from eBay , for my light I went with ordering from the manufacturer in china, so for the same price as the eBay light I got optics and a built in timer. I would post a link but I believe that's frowned upon. Also I haven't received the light yet so I can't recommend the place I got them from yet.

heaven425 · Oct 22, 2012

Thanks for your reply I have gotten the lights and have had them running for about 10 days now, I did get the dimmable ones to slowly acclimate my coral to the new light. I have them at about 30% white and 55% blue. So far I am enjoying the light it is nice to fine tune to my liking as far as color ratio, corals seem to be doing great and I now have clams in my tank, love them, and they are doing good with the lights too. I will let everyone know how it's going in a few weeks.

chansman · Nov 15, 2012

heaven425 said:
Thanks for your reply I have gotten the lights and have had them running for about 10 days now, I did get the dimmable ones to slowly acclimate my coral to the new light. I have them at about 30% white and 55% blue. So far I am enjoying the light it is nice to fine tune to my liking as far as color ratio, corals seem to be doing great and I now have clams in my tank, love them, and they are doing good with the lights too. I will let everyone know how it's going in a few weeks.

Do these need to be hung or can they be mounted some other way? I have limited space in my canopy.

Dsdaley77 · Nov 15, 2012

I for one am avoiding the Tao's and waiting til the new reef breaders 32/36 in unit (can't remember now) come's out, better spectrum/visual color than the Tao's and may be controllable/ dimmable. I think you can do better..... If you decide to go that route, (Tao) try and find someone local to you so you can see the light in person. I saw it and didnt like the visual color.

heaven425 · Nov 16, 2012

here is an update so far so good corals and clams are doing awesome, still very happy with the lights. Thanks for all the comments and info will update in the near future.

heaven425 · Nov 16, 2012

chansman said:
Do these need to be hung or can they be mounted some other way? I have limited space in my canopy.

not real sure I first had mine hanging and now I have them sitting on my glass because I changed aquariums but I think you wouldn't have a problem figuring something out. Maybe someone else can answer that question that has mounted them in a canopy. Good luck