looking for a light for a reef tank

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by Pariah, Sep 29, 2012.

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  1. N00ZE

    N00ZE Eyelash Blennie

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    I'd go IMO would go to Rapid LED and go the solder less route and its pretty easy to DIY.
     
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  2. oyf709

    oyf709 Bristle Worm

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    How tall is your tank? I wouldn't go for the 1w LED if you have a tank that is taller than 18". and agree to Reef Breeder, $400+ can give you lots options. DIY is a way to go and if you are like me that not good at fitting the light into a canopy, then I would search around those Chinese brand LED which comes with a complete casing for the light, some of them even give you some cool functionality as well. I think for $400. I can get enough to lite a 60g-80g tank
     
    oyf709, Oct 2, 2012
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  3. elwolfe

    elwolfe Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Whether you buy a fixture or go DIY, modularity/expandability should be a consideration, IMO. It'll be worth spending a few extra bucks now so you can transfer your lights to your new tank when the inevitable urge to upgrade hits.
     
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