Adding Blades to AI Hydra Edge

[reeferpdx415]

Having a really hard time finding out what parts to use to add AI Blades to my two existing AI Hydra Edge 44's. Is this possible?

 

[eggie]

Having a really hard time finding out what parts to use to add AI Blades to my two existing AI Hydra Edge 44's. Is this possible?

Hanging or resting in the sides of the tank ?

Blade Multi-light Hanging Kit

Blade Multi-Light Hanging Kit Simple, Sleek Mounting for Blade LEDs The Blade Multi-Light Hanging Kit provides a clean and versatile way to suspend your AquaIllumination Blade LED strips. Available in three sizes, each kit can hold up to six Blade fixtures, making it easy to create even light...

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HMS 2-Arm Kit

Includes vertical HMS rails and mounting feet that can sit on the side of your aquariums rim.

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You need to add this Item plus 2 bars to hold the Blades

HMS Tank Mount Rail

For use with AI HMS 2-ARM, and HMS Hanging Kit. (sold separately).*Fully compatible with all models and versions of the Hydra LED lights* Selecting the right HMS Multi Light Rail- Add 1.5" to your aquarium's overall length and match with the closest size that is longer than your aquarium...

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Or either get 2020 Extruded Aluminum and build you own rack

 

[reeferpdx415]

Right now I just have the two 44s on single neck brackets from the back of the tank. To add the blades I'll need to get the full tank kit that mounts to the left and right?

 

[eggie]

Right now I just have the two 44s on single neck brackets from the back of the tank. To add the blades I'll need to get the full tank kit that mounts to the left and right?

Yes either that or build your own and use a hanging kit

 

[cwills75]

Right now I just have the two 44s on single neck brackets from the back of the tank. To add the blades I'll need to get the full tank kit that mounts to the left and right?

If you have the HMS Single Light Mounts, like shown here:

HMS Single Light Mount Kit

Redesigned and Stronger Than Ever! The HMS Single Arm Mounting Kit is perfect for tanks that only need a single Hydra LED unit, or if you want to have multiple units without a rail running across your tank. The kit comes with mounting brackets for the 32 and 64 series of LED lights that can...

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All you will need then to attach the Blades to these are two sets of these clips:

Blade LED Mounting Clips

A set of two mounting clips for the Blade Smart LED Strip Lights from AquaIllumination. These clips are compatible with the AI HMS Single Arm Mount or HMS Hanging Kit rails. What's in the Box? 2x Blade Mounting Clips 2x Mounting Screws 2x Mounting Nuts 2x Cable Ties

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I'm running a single HMS light mount with an Edge 44HD on the front using the Edge top mounting bracket, although you could also use the rear mounting bracket to push it out further if your tank has enough width. I have two Blade lights behind the Edge, with each one connected with one of the clips. If you have two brackets, you would just clip the Blades between the two single arm mounts top piece.

 

[reeferpdx415]

If you have the HMS Single Light Mounts, like shown here:

HMS Single Light Mount Kit

Redesigned and Stronger Than Ever! The HMS Single Arm Mounting Kit is perfect for tanks that only need a single Hydra LED unit, or if you want to have multiple units without a rail running across your tank. The kit comes with mounting brackets for the 32 and 64 series of LED lights that can...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

All you will need then to attach the Blades to these are two sets of these clips:

Blade LED Mounting Clips

A set of two mounting clips for the Blade Smart LED Strip Lights from AquaIllumination. These clips are compatible with the AI HMS Single Arm Mount or HMS Hanging Kit rails. What's in the Box? 2x Blade Mounting Clips 2x Mounting Screws 2x Mounting Nuts 2x Cable Ties

www.bulkreefsupply.com

I'm running a single HMS light mount with an Edge 44HD on the front using the Edge top mounting bracket, although you could also use the rear mounting bracket to push it out further if your tank has enough width. I have two Blade lights behind the Edge, with each one connected with one of the clips. If you have two brackets, you would just clip the Blades between the two single arm mounts top piece.

This is super helpful. Thank you! Any chance you mind taking a photo of how you have it set up and I can take a look?

 

[cwills75]

This is super helpful. Thank you! Any chance you mind taking a photo of how you have it set up and I can take a look?

Yeah, I can do that later tonight or tomorrow morning. What Blades are you going to add to supplement?

 

[reeferpdx415]

Not sure yet. My Edge 44's are only getting 200 PAR max at the top and down around 45 at the bottom. Trying to get up to 275-300 on the acros at the top and light up some of the over shadowed areas at the bottom.

 

[reeferpdx415]

Yeah, I can do that later tonight or tomorrow morning. What Blades are you going to add to supplement?

Not sure yet. My Edge 44's are only getting 200 PAR max at the top and down around 45 at the bottom. Trying to get up to 275-300 on the acros at the top and light up some of the over shadowed areas at the bottom. And thank you for snapping some photos.

 

[cwills75]

Not sure yet. My Edge 44's are only getting 200 PAR max at the top and down around 45 at the bottom. Trying to get up to 275-300 on the acros at the top and light up some of the over shadowed areas at the bottom. And thank you for snapping some photos.

That seems pretty low. How deep of a tank are you using these on and how high off the water are they mounted? What sort of profile are you running now?

 

[cwills75]

Not sure yet. My Edge 44's are only getting 200 PAR max at the top and down around 45 at the bottom. Trying to get up to 275-300 on the acros at the top and light up some of the over shadowed areas at the bottom. And thank you for snapping some photos.

 

[kulpecabannd13]

Could I have one Blade on each side of the light?