chinese led lights

[downbeach]

My original LED's were Blue Line with 35white/20blue Bridgelux emitters. Originally I bought two for use on a 72" tank, here is a FTS:

Under the hood:

With the shadow in between them it was obvious that three would have been better. I replaced a 72" MH/PC fixture, and the LED's still have me good PE and growth.

I tried an AI Sol in the center, but didn't feel it gave me the penetration and spread I was looking for. Ultimately I sold all of these units.

I just bought 5 new e.shine fixtures and installed three of them. Here are some pic's

FTS: Blues are about 90% and whites about 80%

Under the hood:

 

[bhazard451]

Ok , Guys and gals I just got through skimming over this monster thread.It has been up for a while . I have already purchased mine but , have not received yet . I was hoping to get a consensus of every one on these lights.

Is every one still happy with their's? How long have you had them? Would you purchase again?

This is what I got

120 Watt DIMMABLE coral reef LED fixture 120w white blue grow light

http://www.ebay.com/itm/120-Watt-DI...245?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f167ed03d

I started with a 1:1 blue white fixture and liked it. Over time, I found that using violets, some reds, and multiple color whites provided much better color than just blue/white.

 

[jfeva0049]

downbeach, great looking tank.

 

[bhazard451]

downbeach, great looking tank.

I agree, beautiful tank.

 

[downbeach]

Thank you for the kind words, it's still a work in progress.

 

[jwoyshnar]

My original LED's were Blue Line with 35white/20blue Bridgelux emitters. Originally I bought two for use on a 72" tank, here is a FTS:

Under the hood:

With the shadow in between them it was obvious that three would have been better. I replaced a 72" MH/PC fixture, and the LED's still have me good PE and growth.

I tried an AI Sol in the center, but didn't feel it gave me the penetration and spread I was looking for. Ultimately I sold all of these units.

I just bought 5 new e.shine fixtures and installed three of them. Here are some pic's

FTS: Blues are about 90% and whites about 80%

Under the hood:

Do you have a link for the eshine lights?

 

[downbeach]

Do you have a link for the eshine lights?

I have a link for the two I didn't install in the Drygoods and selling forum:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2194935

I that's what you are referring to.

 

[terancevan88]

I just ordered 2 of the d120 same set up as cmantis got I'll post pics as they go

Color popping

 

[tomgndallas]

:beer:

Same here. Visa was worried it was over seas. I decided to stick with halides the nxt day so it worked out ok

I just recently had this problem, last night actually while placing an order. I had to call in and they had to add some information to a database, wait 10 minutes then I was good to go. VISA security was asking me to validate some info, I would, but it would still decline the charge.

 

[jwoyshnar]

I have a link for the two I didn't install in the Drygoods and selling forum:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2194935

I that's what you are referring to.

No I was looking for a link where you bought them from

 

[tomgndallas]

I was looking into ordering one of the d120's for my 40 breeder. The product site says that only one is needed for a 36 inch tank. Is that true or will I end up needing two of them?

I think that others have said that running a 55x3 120w light without optics will work, but I think it is really pushing it. I have the same tank I am putting together and I am strongly thinking of running two of those bad boys.

 

[ac0go]

I wish I could see that link you posted downbeach! I cant see those forums yet! Ill probably be purchasing something like that or the d120 in the next week or less.

 

[mlott132]

Can I get some opinions on this light fixture? Lyn from Twilight sent me a quote and I was wondering if the color ratio seems good to you.

http://www.aliexpress.com/product-g...d-dimmer-LED-aquarium-lights-wholesalers.html

Product Description

1.2pcs 120W(55*3W) LCD controller with internal timer and dimmer LED aquarium lights,
2.One USA Power Cord, LED beam angle:60 degree
3.3w Epistar LEDs,Blue:White=2:1,

Dimmer 1:Blue 450~460nm=31pcs,Red 630nm=1pcs,Green 515nm=2pcs, orange 610nm=2pcs,Violet 400nm=1pcs,

Dimmer 2:White 14000K=15pcs,

Dimmer 3:moonlight 450~460nm=3pcs,

4.2 lights with Aluminum case,color:Black
5.all lights enjoy 3 yeasr warranty
6.Delivery with DHL
7.Produce time 9 working days
8.The light details is decided by the PI.

9.Buyer undertake the 3% service cost to Aliexpress:506*(1+3%)=521.18USD Total

This is the one I have on order. They are the same lights that bhazard bought except they are aluminum case. The lights came in today unfortunately there was a mixup in shipping and I received one of my fixtures and one of someone elses. So now I have to wait for the other person to receive my light and send it to me. I hope to have them setup on the tank this weekend so I will post pics/review then.

 

[ac0go]

The controller is a nice addition to the light. I would be worried about the controller going out though. I'm sure they could be wired up direct inside, but I would be concerned about dimming manually.

 

[KindCorals]

Ok , Guys and gals I just got through skimming over this monster thread.It has been up for a while . I have already purchased mine but , have not received yet . I was hoping to get a consensus of every one on these lights.

Is every one still happy with their's? How long have you had them? Would you purchase again?

This is what I got

120 Watt DIMMABLE coral reef LED fixture 120w white blue grow light

http://www.ebay.com/itm/120-Watt-DI...245?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f167ed03d

+1 for an update on past purchases. I am considering these for an anemone tank and am curious on how well these have worked out.

 

[mehaffydr]

Ok after about a week of on and off reading I am finally at the end of this awsome thread and ready to get new lights. I have just moved from St. Louis Mo. to Northern Alabama and am in the process of rebuilding my tank, I had to build a tank room in my extra detached garage because the new house has no basement and no good spot for my tank and equipment It is approx 225 Gal. mesuring 36" x 60" x 24" deep. I had 4 250 MH and 14 t5 39w for lighting. I should be setting up my tank this weekend and need to order lights so I dont have to hang the old ones. Right now fish and corals are in temporay housing.
I am thinking of 4 of the D120 fixtures with 90 deg optics. will this get me complete coverage on this tank?

 

[biecacka]

I too used PayPal tp buy mine. I had credit card issues and after phone calls still didn't work. I tried PayPal instead. There was no way I was passing up free shipping.
I needed 3 new 250w bulbs and 4 96w pc bulbs. Not to mention my fixture is old and in need of some wiring work
:lol:
Corey

 

[Aaron77]

Wow, what an awesome thread. I am looking to upgrade my MH's on my 120 but want to make sure I will not have to buy something else for some time. I also do not want to be limited on what I can put in the tank, well coral wise.

Downbeach: Is there anyway you could send me a PM with the price you are asking for the 2 remaining lights you have?

Thank you all for the pictures and info on these lights.

 

[chlwodud85]

Ok, im about to pull the trigger on the A8 lights on my 225g tank (84" x 24 x 24). I think two of these lights should be good but I also want to know if its worth the pricing. It looks like the total cost will be almost $750 for two of these lights if not more and that seems alot for aftermarket lights. Any thoughts?

 

[chlwodud85]

Also has anyone purchase these lights, they have a timer and dimmer and also a remote control as a controller

http://houyi.en.alibaba.com/product...via_sd_card_set_automatic_operation_mode.html