LED lighting

[Will C]

Hi All - I am contemplating upgrading to a all LED light t replace my 250x2 mh / t5 light. If anyone has done this or any advice I would certainly appreciate it -
Thanks in advance

 

[Will C]

please help!

 

[grigsy]

Any reason why you want to ditch your current set up? It is great for reef IMO.

With MH + T5, you can keep basically anything in your tank.

You should have a great ripple effect, keep more SPS than you could under all LED and not have to spend any more money.

 

[reefdude135]

What LED system are you considering?

 

[Will C]

Grigsy, I've had good luck w/ my existing light fixture but am considering LED bec of its long bulb life, it will make my corals look better, extraodinary programability, heat and (I believe) lower maintenance.

Reefdude135 - I am still looking around - either a custom made unit or a manufactured one

 

[jimnrose]

If you are inclined to build your own there are some great threads on the 'do it yourself' forum. Jim

 

[Will C]

thanks Jim, I will look at those - but only to build some knowledge!

 

[Rusalka]

Check out the LED DIY setup that Soundwave built. If only i could afford it.