Interesting 'New' LED Light

[lexinverts]

Interesting that the Gen5 Radions now incorporate lime LEDs like the ReeFis do.
I'm thinking the price on the new Radions is going to make the ReeFi Extremes look like an even better deal than before.

Radion Gen 5 LED will come in Pro and Blue Versions! | Reef Builders | The Reef and Saltwater Aquarium Blog

The Radion Gen 5 LED is right around corner and this time Ecotech Marine is treating us to a whole new version of the celebrated reef aquarium LED light, the Radion Gen 5 Blue. The Radion G4 is still…

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[AbjectMaelstroM]

Starting to look more and more like these babies will be my next stop in the lighting department.

Absolutely beautiful design and spectrum. Liking the software as well.

 

[Entz]

The more and more time I spend with it, the more and more I just love the Reeflectors. I think you could land a plane with the amount of light spill I had before. Now I almost need a light on while in the room

 

[slojim]

I'd like to ask a question about shimmer. I like it, but my wife is sensitive to flickering light and it can give her migraines. We looked at a FW planted tank the other day with kessils and she had to turn away pretty quickly. The videos posted look like these have a more muted effect - I suppose since the LED's are not as dense. But videos of lighting aren't always so accurate. For those that have them - what's your take? FYI - I don't have a lot of surface agitation, and most of it comes from a controllable powerhead, so I would not expect a lot of shimmer anyway.

 

[oreo54]

ReeFi Duo Extreme uses individual reflectors (ReeFlectors) so the skimmer is a lot softer unlike other LEDs using optical lenses (with mini flashlights effect). You get very pleasing soft contrast between light and dark from surface agitation with ReeFi.

also shimmer is dependent on surface movement (agitation) so don't want shimmer.. do calm surface water..

 

[AbjectMaelstroM]

Almost tax return time..... Haha. Never thought I'd look forward to tax season.

 

[slojim]

Thanks for the fast replies!

 

[NHgoalstop]

Almost tax return time..... Haha. Never thought I'd look forward to tax season.

Ditto!

 

[lexinverts]

I'd like to ask a question about shimmer. I like it, but my wife is sensitive to flickering light and it can give her migraines. We looked at a FW planted tank the other day with kessils and she had to turn away pretty quickly. The videos posted look like these have a more muted effect - I suppose since the LED's are not as dense. But videos of lighting aren't always so accurate. For those that have them - what's your take? FYI - I don't have a lot of surface agitation, and most of it comes from a controllable powerhead, so I would not expect a lot of shimmer anyway.

The shimmer from ReeFis is way less than it is for Kessils. I was looking at a Kessil the other day, and I realized that I had forgotten how strong their shimmer is. I used to think I liked that, but after having the ReeFis for about 8 months, I much prefer the ReeFi's more muted effect.

 

[Entz]

The shimmer from ReeFis is way less than it is for Kessils. I was looking at a Kessil the other day, and I realized that I had forgotten how strong their shimmer is. I used to think I liked that, but after having the ReeFis for about 8 months, I much prefer the ReeFi's more muted effect.

Coming from Kessils I agree. It was super strong, almost too strong at times. The reefi is a lot closer to the Radions with the diffuser imo.

I prefer the muted look myself.

 

[slojim]

are the 2040 adapters for T-slot or or V-groove? Does it matter?

 

[danlu_gt]

are the 2040 adapters for T-slot or or V-groove? Does it matter?

They are T-slot. I've custom made the 2040 adaptors to work with the 2040.

 

[slojim]

Thanks - I did follow the link, but when I was looking at the end caps I noticed 2 styles, and I wanted to make sure. Thanks for the reply (3x!) - and sorry about the email address snafu.
Darn the bad luck - I'll be driving near their shop (zyltech) in a few weeks, but not when they are open.
And just fyi, I'm sure you can't go to every trade and club show, but the Houston one is coming up if that's a thing you watch for. Marsh-reef.

Have a great day.

 

[slojim]

good to know - they only sell them in packs of 10, don't know what I'd do with the other 8.

 

[ReefingInMadrid]

Just read the entire thread... these lights look great.. @danlu_gt i dropped you a PM.

 

[Lithoman]

Just read the entire thread... these lights look great.. @danlu_gt i dropped you a PM.

Did you end up getting these lights? If so what's your thoughts on them?

 

[Jeeperz]

My thoughts are, if I could afford them, I would buy 2. But I can get 2 Hydra 26hd for the price of 1 of these. Not nearly the same quality but I'm being more wary of spending for now and I'm not growing anything difficult.

 

[LARedstickreefer]

My thoughts are, if I could afford them, I would buy 2. But I can get 2 Hydra 26hd for the price of 1 of these. Not nearly the same quality but I'm being more wary of spending for now and I'm not growing anything difficult.

I swapped out two hydra26hd for one of these. This is definitely the better light: more par, better control, cleaner look, 3 year warranty, and the seller is extremely fast to react to questions and issues.

 

[Aqua Splendor]

I keep asking company to incorporate more variety of LED in the Blue and UV.
I must say this light seem to be very good for the spectrum, I'm currently doing some data for other light for my channel and when I see your version it's definitely inspiring.

 

[fragit]

I’m replacing my Orpheks because well they started as a nice light and turned out I mean burned out. Was leaning to Radion now I not. Kessils well I can save a couple bucks and barely meet my needs on fixtures plus the controller plus a cable. None have a 3 year warranty, and doubt I can talk with the developer/owner directly of most manufacturers. @danlu_gt you still offering $100 off the extreme?