Actinic LEDS only???

[stylaster]

Hi Guys
I run two 250w 20k radiums over my chalice tank. I would like to add some actinic to the tank and i was thinking LED would be a great way to go. Do any of the LED manufacturers just make an actinic style led light hood?

 

[danielbui23]

Just add all blue LED strips. They come in different lengths 24,36,48 if you just want to add LED's for supplemental actinic.

 

[KLR]

I would say put a reebrite or 2 on there!

 

[stylaster]

ok so is there a site that can tell me what leds match up to what nanometers? IE 420, 430, etc or do i just need to get a mix of each type of blue and purple led to cover the most actinic spectrum?

 

[stylaster]

I found what i was looking for... pretty sure if i get the 403nm and the 453nm ill be set
Stunner LED Strips - Modular LED Lighting - Products

 

[Troylee]

Those won't do any thing for your corals more of just looks.... Go with reefbrites or a diy all royal blue...1smile1

 

[stylaster]

i want to keep my radiums, but wanted to add more actinic to make the chalice colors pop, i have seen people with leds and man those coral colors exploded, so i want a thermonuclear explosion LOL

 

[danielbui23]

I think you'll be fine adding the stunner strips but they are a little pricey. I wouldn't limit your options just yet, shop around a little longer but I would say yes to the color combo on a light bar. A 1:1 403/453 would be nice.
Here is my 80 gallon with just one 27 watt blue LED and then a pic with all my lights on.

 

[danielbui23]

Wow, those T10 replacement bulbs are really different. Nice website

 

[thewackyreefer]

Dude, that is a SICK scape!!!

 

[danielbui23]

Thanks