Don't speak too soon, the Android app is objectively crap. The less you have to use it, the better
well so far so good. i also have it on my ipad. So i dont see any future issues as well.
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well so far so good. i also have it on my ipad. So i dont see any future issues as well.
Yes. This question was answered like 10 posts earlier lol
reefer31
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The only reason I have 2-ap700 over my 120 (4ft) is because I wanted dominant sps. I'm having some troubles with acans on the sand bed because I have the light intensity too high. I have to find shaded spots for them. I'm sure 1 ap 700 will be just fine for mixed reef over 4 ft tank. Just raise it up to whatever kessil recomends.
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EleganceMan
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I’ve been out of the game for a while I’m just curious how come I can’t find lumens ratings on these lights?
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LQT
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BRS did a pretty in depth par measurement video for the AP700s recently...
https://youtu.be/_vTaYLC9oBk
frogspawn74
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How do I get Kessil to send me 3 more ap700 for better testing lol.
The growth I get with running a ap700 combo plus t5's is amazing. I do wonder though what doubling the ap700's and ditching the T5's would do.
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The growth I get with running a ap700 combo plus t5's is amazing. I do wonder though what doubling the ap700's and ditching the T5's would do.
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ElementalJ
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Finally my lights are all set with diy mounting arms
Looking really good!
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New Owner
New Owner
Currently have a 4 bulb T5 fixture. AP700 should be arriving soon to replace. I read all of the guides online but truly have no clue how to get started.
Mixed reef tank, 65 gal display (36 wide, 18 deep, 30 tall I think!). Having problems with Zoas thinning out and reaching for light which is reason for change.
Any help on how to go about getting started would be greatly appreciated. I've heard things like "never go above 40%" and all sorts of advice that seems like nonsense. Looking for some solid advice on things like times, ramping, lunar cycle, etc. My lights now are on a simple timer.
Thanks in Advance!
Dan
New Owner
Currently have a 4 bulb T5 fixture. AP700 should be arriving soon to replace. I read all of the guides online but truly have no clue how to get started.
Mixed reef tank, 65 gal display (36 wide, 18 deep, 30 tall I think!). Having problems with Zoas thinning out and reaching for light which is reason for change.
Any help on how to go about getting started would be greatly appreciated. I've heard things like "never go above 40%" and all sorts of advice that seems like nonsense. Looking for some solid advice on things like times, ramping, lunar cycle, etc. My lights now are on a simple timer.
Thanks in Advance!
Dan
vhuang168
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Start at 20%, leave it and don't touch it for a few weeks. Monitor how your corals are doing. Then start moving up a few % every 2 weeks or so until you reach your desired light level.
They will looks super dim compared to your T5s but don't be in a hurry to bump them up. Your corals will give you plenty of notice if they need more light. It is easier to kill corals with too much light than with too little.
WarfReefer
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Low Clearance Canopy
Low Clearance Canopy
Hey Guys,
Totally new to the reefing game. I'm trying to decide between the Radion G4 XR's and the Kessils AP700s for my first set up and due to return policies I have until Dec 30th to decide. I literally read through this entire thread. I've seen all the BRS vids.
Tank is 48Lx18Wx24H. It's a 90g aqueon with the center brace about 3" wide. I have a matching flip-top canopy with my stand that I spent a good deal of time refurbishing that only has 6" of clearance to the top of the tank and 8" to the top of the water. No good options for drilling the canopy.
Started looking at the AP700s since they are rated for the 5-7" off the water. In my case they'd be at 6" if mounted within .5 inches of canopy roof. I could go lower for more airflow but I do plan on using a few fans and the entire back of the canopy is open.
Since I have the middle brace and the low clearance I'd need two, but I don't plan on starting with a majority of SPS. Mostly LPS, Softies and some SPS. Though things can change. My questions:
- Could these be turned down enough to support a mixed reef with 2 on a 48" tank mounted 5-6" above the water level? Two LFSs I talked to seem very biased against them and potentially frying everything.
- If these could be turned down enough at this height. Will I have enough for a very slow ramp up/down so I can see my tank late at night? Will turning them down cause dim parts of the tank?
- What's the minimum clearance you'd recommend? BRS said I could do within .5 inches from the top. I also think I need to consider clearance on the sides. even with the fans, the side exhausts will be maybe 2.5" from the side of the canopy and 4" from the other units exhaust.
I think with the spacing of the pucks about 12" apart I'd have 4 pucks, each 12" away from each other and 6" from sides. 6" away from middle so with the spread I could get some light under that middle bracket. I thought this might be a better setup than 2 XR30 G4s which are a bit closer together and may cause shadowing in the center of the tank with my clearance.
Thanks for your help!
Low Clearance Canopy
Hey Guys,
Totally new to the reefing game. I'm trying to decide between the Radion G4 XR's and the Kessils AP700s for my first set up and due to return policies I have until Dec 30th to decide. I literally read through this entire thread. I've seen all the BRS vids.
Tank is 48Lx18Wx24H. It's a 90g aqueon with the center brace about 3" wide. I have a matching flip-top canopy with my stand that I spent a good deal of time refurbishing that only has 6" of clearance to the top of the tank and 8" to the top of the water. No good options for drilling the canopy.
Started looking at the AP700s since they are rated for the 5-7" off the water. In my case they'd be at 6" if mounted within .5 inches of canopy roof. I could go lower for more airflow but I do plan on using a few fans and the entire back of the canopy is open.
Since I have the middle brace and the low clearance I'd need two, but I don't plan on starting with a majority of SPS. Mostly LPS, Softies and some SPS. Though things can change. My questions:
- Could these be turned down enough to support a mixed reef with 2 on a 48" tank mounted 5-6" above the water level? Two LFSs I talked to seem very biased against them and potentially frying everything.
- If these could be turned down enough at this height. Will I have enough for a very slow ramp up/down so I can see my tank late at night? Will turning them down cause dim parts of the tank?
- What's the minimum clearance you'd recommend? BRS said I could do within .5 inches from the top. I also think I need to consider clearance on the sides. even with the fans, the side exhausts will be maybe 2.5" from the side of the canopy and 4" from the other units exhaust.
I think with the spacing of the pucks about 12" apart I'd have 4 pucks, each 12" away from each other and 6" from sides. 6" away from middle so with the spread I could get some light under that middle bracket. I thought this might be a better setup than 2 XR30 G4s which are a bit closer together and may cause shadowing in the center of the tank with my clearance.
Thanks for your help!
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