Leds

[jake175]

Considering leds, looking for pros /cons and sources.

 

[ghellin]

Read post # 4994 by "thefishman" this should answer most questions and help you design your build. I built a 24 led array for my aquapod and I am seeing great results let me know if you need any help!

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1678127&page=200

 

[rhoades]

i am running a led system that i got through eco lighting i bought the waterproof rgb led strip that has 90 led on it about .40 watts each and they do well for low light stuff i am going to be adding a super nova light module even with adding lights i am still way under the cost of what most spend on there salt tanks here is the link to the website and they do have a adobe file attached to tell you all the info on spectrum and par

http://www.ecolightled.com/category/led_products_eco-light

you can see a pic on my picture album

 

[abigdog1976]

We are running an old PFO system (old LED technology) and the system is doing great. Its a 36 inch deep tank with acros, chalices and clams at the sand bed. Par at the sand bed is around 200 in some spots and as low as 50 in others (depends on overhangs from other corals. We are seeing many of our acros growing in a flat pattern rather than growing to the light if that tells you anything.