lighting

Hi everyone, It pains me to say this but I’m getting out of the hobby for a while. I planned to finally set up my dream tank last year, but work + life has kept me super busy & I haven’t had the time or energy. Now, I’m buying a home and am going to be spending the next year doing renovations...

I had trouble adding a preset to my AI Prime 16 HD and I had to figure out how to do it on my own. The following steps are what I did to get the preset on my Prime using my Iphone. First thing I did was go find a preset, AI's website has its signature series where it has people that are using...

looking to buy used AI Prime HD shipped or can pick up in CT area. PM me with prices.

Hey everyone, I want to purchase a light or two for my 50 gallon. The dimensions are 36” wide x 20“ tall x 15” depth. I’m looking at two Aqua-illumination 16hd lights, but not sure if this will be enough. I appreciate any suggestions on other brands and models to compare.

Selling 2 x Ai Hydra 26 HDs. They are both in great condition and are fully working. They were purchased between March & April of last year. Included comes with ARM Mount and 3D Diffuser for each light. As a bundle for the two light sets, mounts, and diffusers asking $570 with shipping...

Hello all! I finally decided to upgrade from 2 Kessil A160wes to 2 A360wes. I have these on a standard size Marineland 75gallon. My A160s light schedule would only peak to 55% intensity for a 6 hour period then ramp down. I was wondering if I should run my new A360wes on the same schedule or...

Anyone else see this ad in the top right corner of R2R??? What are your thoughts on this? Phillips makes some decently affordable LED bulbs for the house. Im curious to see the price point on these.

Pm me with details. Thanks!

Some back story: Purchased my new lights last week and the last of them and gateway arrived yesterday. What I had decided on after a good deal of research was the Orphek Atlantik v4 gen2 regular and compact versions. BRS gave them a good review and I liked the idea behind them as being able...

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Hey Everyone, I am having trouble finding a good lighting set up for my 55 gallon that I am looking to start this weekend. I am wanting to eventually grow soft corals and maybe a few LPS down the road. I think I prefer LED just based on what I’ve seen. I also like the Moonlight function for...

Does anyone have a JBJ Orion SL (direction Manual) I recently moved and lost mine. Now I need to reprogram my custom light schedule and I can’t remember how to program the light. (Can simply send photos)

Got a brand new Kessil 360 WE (Tuna Blue), gooseneck mount, and an extra long 10v cable. $300 for the package. I used the box to ship a used one, so I don't have the box, but this one has only been mounted and tested briefly. Not even 15 minutes on it. I cover ppal fees, you cover shipping...

Hi all. Thanks for taking the time to read this. I recently looked at a 4 bulb t5 vivosun fixture. I wanted to use this to light my 20 long reef. It’s consindered a grow light, but could I use this as long as I used the right bulbs? I was wondering because I see other reefers using this and...

Going to be adding some T5s to my 40 breeder, so wanted to check here first if anyone has any t5 retrofits, any of the components (ballast, sockets, reflectors, bulbs), or any cheaper lighting units I can take apart before I order online. I'm flexible with this project, so looking for either...

I have a 20gallon tank that has a footprint of 15” x 20” and is 16” tall. Planning on it being a mixed tank. I’ve been looking at the a80, a160, and a360. I feel like the a80 would be too weak and the a360 would be overkill. Do y’all think the a160 is the right choice for this tank?

Just got my hands on a PAR meter and I’m wondering what people in here keep their par at towards the top middle and bottom of their tanks. Never used one before looking for any advice

In search of a White AI Hydra 26! Kindly let me know please.

I have (3) Orphek Atlantik v4 lights lined up in a row on a 180 gal (6'x2'x2') tank about 16" above the water. It is a mixed reef tank and I have been using the default "coral color growth" program thinking that I couldn't go wrong with manufacturer recommendations. However, after a 3 to 4...

Hey guys so this might be a bit of a stupid question but I can’t seem to find an answer. Anyone know how people get their jumpgaurds so flush to the tank? Does it just sit on top of the tank loosely or is there some sort of clip that keeps them in place? Looking at people’s photos I can’t tell...

Hello, I have my 7.5g tank set up and need a new light before adding coral. I’m looking to get the best Bang for my buck.. My Budget is about $130 and will mainly be doing beginner corals for now. As of now, I’m debating between: Hipargero LED ($64) Kessil A80 ($130) Lominie Pixie 30 ($74)...

Hallo, Maybe an odd question... But is it possible to use the lighting of Philips Hue for your reef tank with corals? I know Philips has it own Coral Care lights but they don’t really fit in my budget. Does anyone has experience with the Hue lighting? Rowen

hellloooo everybody! im looking to buy some lighting for my 75 gallon tank! which brand would you recommend I should get?

I am selling this like new 48" Giesemann spectra MH/T5 fixture. Asking $900 shipped, located in Denver, Colorado if want to pick it up. I also have 2 Hamilton Technology 250W M80 ballast I would also be willing to sell. These ballast are made for Radium bulbs.

AQUAILLUMINATION HYDRA 26 (non HD) in fantastic condition - black colored shell This is a very well cared for unit and works 100% and is easy to program and ready to use. This is for the light only with power adapter of course and I do have an 18” flex arm to go along with it. This has...