Need help with Lighting and Fixture...? Is this Lighting Good?

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/prime-hd-led-module-black-body-aqua-illumination.html One of these? and this mount arm right? http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/ai-prime-tank-mount-black.html ?

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

is this one the same too? http://www.aquacave.com/aquaillumin...1rgSCSasTMxOLIV-0V9qvq6QqMhMRGe1YAhoC9kbw_wcB

Bpb · Jul 23, 2016

That would be the one. Two of those would be great

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

Hey would the reef breeders photon V2 24' do the trick? https://www.reefbreeders.com/shop/photon-24-v2/#reviews It said on there for 24' - 36' tank

Bpb · Jul 23, 2016

I'm not as big a fan of spotlighting the center of tanks. I like light spanning both ends. So that would kind of be up to you on that. It would fit though

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

http://www.aquacave.com/aquaillumination-ai-prime-led-fixture-white.html is this the same one you talked about? The AI Prime? There is a new one called the AI Prime HD, is it way better than its previous model? I was just to make sure before making any purchases because I don't want to mess up for the second time.

Bpb · Jul 23, 2016

The HD has more power but is more expensive yes?

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

Yeah, ok ill just get the 2 white AI Prime one, it's on sale anyway.

Bpb · Jul 23, 2016

I think you'll really enjoy those

InDahOcean · Jul 23, 2016

ok thx man. Appreciate the help

InDahOcean · Jul 24, 2016

Hey, I ended up buying 2 AI prime HD LED, instead of the AI Prime regular LED. Does the extra watts or voltages (lights) affect my reef? I'm kinda scared.

InDahOcean · Jul 24, 2016

Also, I have a question about these? Does benefit corals in my tank?

Bpb · Jul 24, 2016

The extra power isn't going to hurt anything unless you're careless. These lights will grow any coral in the tank you desire. But you have to set them correctly. Any lights can negatively effect a reef if you over do it. Do some research and use some known settings and intensities that work, don't just set them how you feel they look best. When using LEDs that's the best way to cook a tank.

Shep · Jul 24, 2016

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The videos are a little long but really good, hope they help.

Bpb · Jul 24, 2016

Thanks for posting those. I feel like this BRS lighting series is the most concise and easy to understand explanation of the benefits and ability (and setbacks) of the three popular light sources. InDahOcean you should definitely watch these.

http://ecotechmarine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Ecotech_CoralLab_WP1.pdf

I also recommend reading this. This study suggests some known color settings that work very well for various types of corals.

The key with LEDs is pick the correct setting, and just don't overdo it on intensity.