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  1. YNSL

    Optimal Lighting solution

    Hi everyone, I am asking for your help today, so I have a red sea reefer 350 120cm long, 50 cm width and 50 cm deep. I had a good deal on photon v2 but it’s the 80cm version so I am using it but I have some dark zone on each side of my tank. The system is mainly LPS but I would like to have...
  2. PinkyDinkyDoo

    Kessil A360X on 6ft 125

    I have a 125 gallon 6 ft long tank and am wondering if 3 Kessil A360X lights would be enough to start getting into corals?
  3. Michael-JT

    Aquatic Life DX18 72 Inch Custom with Triple Kessil AP9x

    Welcome to another installment of "how come you've never been married"? With your host, Michael. Before we begin, let's lower our heads in prayer. "forgive me father, for I have sinned. It's been two weeks since my own account put a hit out on me.." Now, let's follow along as we turn this...
  4. mbmiche

    Kessil Dongle and 2.4 ghz vs. 5 ghz workaround?

    I tried setting up the Kessil App and connecting it to the wi-fi dongle last night. The Dongle turns purple when I connect it to the A360x unit, and then turns orange after a short wait. However, I can't move beyond this step. When I scan the QR sticker, no device is found. When I try to...
  5. polyppal

    AIO Build PolypPal's Ultra-Custom 68g Acrylic AIO

    This thread is for my new 'big' tank, a custom 68g build I commissioned through John at Advanced Acrylics. It is roughly 60% larger in its dimensions than my other custom acrylic Zoa Garden tank. Tank is 30x26x20 and it holds approx 68g at water level. Tank: Custom Advanced Acrylics AIO...
  6. M

    Kessil Ap9x - height on IM 60gal 36"L shallow reef

    Im trying to determine the best height for my Ap9x on a 36" shallow reef 36L x24W x16 Deep. Just softs and eventually a clam. I currently have the light mounted in the center at 12" high but i feel like the edges dont get the light they need. Also with the light at 30% intensity this seems to be...
  7. Salina

    Glad covered tank --> LED

    Hi everyone, Does anyone run successfully a glass covered tank, using clear glass and LED lighting hanging over the glass? I run a tank with little over 4 foot with 3 Kessil A360X and tank is covered with Opti white glass. I have a few SPS but growth is not optimal. I was wondering if this...
  8. S

    HELP, Kessil a80 or Kessil 160?

    Hey everyone, I need some help and was hoping someone can help me out. I have a 10 gallon aqueon tank (from petco) and I intend to make that an anemone tank, my struggle is deciding which light is best, would a Kessil a80 be enough or should I go with a Kessil 160? I’m unsure if the Kessil a80...
  9. Alex's Nano Reef

    Build Thread Alex's Truly Mixed 20g Reef

    Today i am offically starting my Nuvo 20 Build thread. i have been waiting to start this tank for about a two years and the time has finally come. The goal of this tank is to be a mixed reef tank catering to multiple types of coral and about 3-4 fish. As you can see we are rocking a ton of...
  10. H

    Kessil H80 vs H180 Tuna Florafor New Refugium

    I am wanting to start my refugium on my Reefer 750 and am wondering if I should go with the Kessil H80 or H180 Tina Flora to grow chaeto. Any recommendations on determining what size light I should go with? thanks!
  11. Chris4reef

    Nano Build Waterbox 10 Zoa Garden

    Tank: Waterbox Cube 10 Lighting: Kessil A160WE w/tank mount Flow: Nero 3 with krakenreef nem guard, RFG nozzle Filtration: Filter Floas, Chemipure Blue, Bio media Livestock: 4 stunning RTBA Went for a simple setup, one piece of live rock from another tank. Want a BTA only tank with a nice pair...
  12. polyppal

    Nano Build PolypPal 18g Acrylic Custom AIO Zoa Garden

    Build thread for my new 18g Zoa Garden tank that I have finally gotten moving along again after some hiccups. When I get some time, ill post more in depth updates on my insta. Tank: Custom Advanced Acrylics 18g AIO (20x16x14, Eurobraced, 1/2" thickness) Stand: Custom Built 2020 T-Slot...
  13. reefrubble

    Programming Neptune Systems VDM to Control 2 Kessil A 160WE Lights

    Hi All, I am having some trouble figuring out how to setup/program my Neptune Systems VDM to control my two Kessil A 160WE lights. I have the lights plugged into the VDM module, but the lights keep blinking on and off. I searched all over online to try and find instructions but did not find...
  14. Adam1985

    New Build Advice from Light Pros - Kessil AP9X’s

    Hi all, I’m hoping you could comment. I’m moving from a 60 cm cube tank (around 2’x2’x2’) to a new custom build. The new tank will be 100 cm wide by 100 cm long by 62 cm high. Currently I’m running one Kessil AP9X with maximum intensity of 67% at tank’s high noon. Do you think this fixture at...
  15. izzyishh

    Build Thread Custom Drop Off Build

    Hello All, I've always wanted to make a thread to track the journey of a new build but never had anything cool enough to show off until now!!!! I would like to introduce you to the 100% custom drop off. The tank was finally delivered the beginning of Dec. after a few months of waiting and...
  16. R

    What light to use?

    Hello all. I currently am cycling a JBJ 28G nanocube and was looking for some opinions. I am currently using the LED hood light that came with it, but I have a Kessil Tuna Blue and was wondering which one you guys recommend to use? One one hand the hood also provides a lid and a strong reliable...
  17. SeaHorse-23

    Kessil AP700 HELP!

    Hello! new member here, i was given an AP700 kessil led fixture (not working) and i am currently attempting to fix it, i need help locating a component, if there is anyone out there with a broken one or maybe pictures of the board? please take a look at the attached pic, U15 (integrated...
  18. .Haliax.

    DIY adjustable Kessil canopy mount

    Thought I would share my cheap adjustable canopy mount for a Kessil A360X. Materials 1) Shakespeare 4186-U Nylon antenna mount ($11.22 ea. on Amazon) 2) M5-0.8 x 10mm machine screws ($1.98 for a pack of 8 at Lowes) 3) 3/4" Cap PVC Fitting ($1.50 ea. at Lowes) Assembly Drill hole in 3/4 PVC cap...
  19. polyppal

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  20. Chipper1978

    Is Shadowing An Exaggerated Concern?

    After 18 months, I think my 4' SPS dominated mixed reef is finally coming into it's own. Frags are all encrusting and beginning to grow and it's been months since I have seen any RTN or STN. Lighting is 3 Kessil A360x and I was considering adding a 4th Kessil down the road, but was told I would...
  21. Adam1985

    Kessil Moonlight Question (Specifically the AP9X)

    Hi all, I have a Kessil AP9X on my mixed reef. So far very happy with it. However, I have a moonlight question. Kessil built in options are red and blue; I’ve been using the red just to have a different, cool visual difference at night vs the more bluish look during the daytime. But health of...
  22. christopher wainright

    North Carolina 2 turn key systems, 180 gallon and 75 gallon

    $4000 for everything. Local is 28560. Moving to Texas and decided not to put up with the headache of moving these two tanks so selling them both as a package deal. 180 is a marineland with a marineland stand for the lifetime warranty. Tank was bought in June 2020 and is in excellent condition...
  23. christopher wainright

    North Carolina Full 75 gallon setup $1000

    Moving to Texas soon and I have decided to only keep one tank so I'm selling this one. Tank is an aqueon 75 gallon with megaflow, sitting on an aqueon stand. Comes with 2 kessil a360x lights with 90° tube mounts and spectral x controller, trigger systems ruby sump( bought blemished from trigger...
  24. Adam1985

    Should I add supplemental T5’s to my Kessil AP9X setup?

    Hi, I’m hoping for some opinions on whether or not I should add supplemental T5’s to my 2’x2’x2’ (approximately) cube mixed reef. Total volume of around 202 L. I’m currently using a single Kessil AP9X mounted about 10” above the water. Light program is based on BRS suggestions for an AP9X on...
  25. Andy Wenzel

    48" x 22" Mixed Reef Lighting Questions

    Starting a new 48" X 22" tank with a target of keeping a mixed reef. I already have an APEX and would like to use that for controlling the lights versus another application. Hoping I can get some expert advice/opinions on good options. My current thought is 2x A360X Tuna Blue with a 48"...
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