ATI Straton X PAR estimate

[Kika]

Has anyone tested the ATI PAR estimate data for the Straton X we get on the Reef pilot app? If so how accurate is it ?

I am looking to get an idea if there’s any difference with an actual PAR meter.

Thanks!

 

[painter1982]

Has anyone tested the ATI PAR estimate data for the Straton X we get on the Reef pilot app? If so how accurate is it ?

I am looking to get an idea if there’s any difference with an actual PAR meter.

Thanks!

I have tested. I don’t remember. I’ll check again this weekend and get back to you. I have an apogee and straton x’s

 

[Kika]

Has anyone tested the ATI PAR estimate data for the Straton X we get on the Reef pilot app? If so how accurate is it ?

I am looking to get an idea if there’s any difference with an actual PAR meter.

Thanks!

I have tested. I don’t remember. I’ll check again this weekend and get back to you. I have an apogee and straton x’s

Thank you

 

[Gumbies R Us]

@oreo54

 

[Aqua Ultraviolet]

I’d treat the Reef Pilot PAR estimate as a good reference point, but I wouldn’t rely on it as a replacement for a PAR meter. Actual readings can vary with mounting height, tank depth, rockwork, and light settings. A meter is still the best way to verify what the corals are actually receiving.

 

[CoralBiomorph]

I recently decided to measure my PAR again because I didn’t really trust the estimates. When I measured I was shocked how much PAR I’ve been blasting my poor corals with. I can do another measurement today to see how accurate the new app is (I updated yesterday) , but I would say its a pretty good estimate.

 

[Arkayology]

I recently decided to measure my PAR again because I didn’t really trust the estimates. When I measured I was shocked how much PAR I’ve been blasting my poor corals with. I can do another measurement today to see how accurate the new app is (I updated yesterday) , but I would say its a pretty good estimate.

What is the max % intensity that you have yours set to and for how long?

 

[hatfielj]

Consider renting a PAR meter. It's worth it IMO to really get a chance to dial in your lights and coral placement. I happen to own one because I use it for house plants too, but when installing new lights, I recommend renting one or borrowing one from a LFS or reef club.

 

[CoralBiomorph]

What is the max % intensity that you have yours set to and for how long?

I had it at 80, but that was clearly a mistake.

 

[CoralBiomorph]

I recently decided to measure my PAR again because I didn’t really trust the estimates. When I measured I was shocked how much PAR I’ve been blasting my poor corals with. I can do another measurement today to see how accurate the new app is (I updated yesterday) , but I would say its a pretty good estimate.

I just measured PAR again. The PAR estimates in the updated reef pilot app are absolutely spot-on. But, there's one huge caveat. It does not take multiple fixtures into account. Because I have three fixtures on a 5ft tank I have significant overlap and apparently my real PAR is around 280-300 PAR on the sandbed instead of 120. I'll be submitting feedback to ATI about this.

 

[CoralBiomorph]

After todays realization that my PAR was way too high I built myself an app that estimates PAR values when using multiple fixtures over my own tank with different settings. And if it's useful for me, it's probably useful for others.

So if you want to see how the Straton X spread will cover your tank, or how much intensity you should run your program at, check out https://stratonx-par-estimator.vercel.app/

Feedback is welcome!

 

[Robinson]

After todays realization that my PAR was way too high I built myself an app that estimates PAR values when using multiple fixtures over my own tank with different settings. And if it's useful for me, it's probably useful for others.

So if you want to see how the Straton X spread will cover your tank, or how much intensity you should run your program at, check out https://stratonx-par-estimator.vercel.app/

Feedback is welcome!

Thank you for this, really impressive. I will install my light this weekend, three fixtures over a 70" x 30" x 22" tank. Will let you know how does it compare to your app.