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I'm going to tag along.
Curious how these stack up against the v4s in terms of usable spectrum and par.
Curious how these stack up against the v4s in terms of usable spectrum and par.
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That's the same for me. I really like my v4 compacts but the new spectrum looks intriguingI'm going to tag along.
Curious how these stack up against the v4s in terms of usable spectrum and par.
How does the light look compared to the V4 look when looking at the tank? Is it just as pleasing as the V4 light look? Also, is the aluminum top required to run the new ICON light board?Completed my upgrade of the board, controller, glass lens, and aluminum top and detailed on my build thread if anyone is interested. Considering the power and price point of 930 from orphek shipped and no need for a gateway now, I think these are a solid ‘value’ for high par demands. One fixture is imo perfect for my 3’x2’ tank.
i give it mixed marks, I clearly am not thrilled with channel 3 burning out, but am happy they offer upgrades. I pretty much have a totally new light now. Been running this fixture for bit over 3 years and hope to get 3+ More with the improvements they made to cooling. I also appreciate how they seem to keep making changes to improve the product where it needs it.
I have temp readings and my program detailed on the build thread along with par measurements. I flat out can’t tell a difference in color if matching the old brs recommended settings with the new board other than imo some slight improvements with blending I think due to the layout change.
I sprung extra for the top, it’s not needed nor is it a part of their standard upgrade kit. I just wanted the most cooling possible, but I doubt many who upgrade will get the top and it’s probably not needed.How does the light look compared to the V4 look when looking at the tank? Is it just as pleasing as the V4 light look? Also, is the aluminum top required to run the new ICON light board?
Upgrade kits include the Icon led boards, glass lenses, the new Icon IoT pc/controller boards/ipex antenna, (new Orphek Icon app is awesome and no need for the gateway), new pwm fans, temp sensor and reset button.So the upgrade includes the LED boards along with the new LED’s?
I apologize for the testing taking so long. Even though I'm retired, I became the Primary Trustee of my late Mom's estate last February. I didn't realize it would be practically a full time job - much like running a small business. There's management of real estate (complete remodel of her house), an eviction in one rental property, dealing with another good tenant, probate, attorneys, CPAs... It just on and on. Plus, I have a reef tank.Anywhere, @Dana Riddle and any updates on your testing by chance? Seems like left to our own devices we're taking your post off track lol
But must have something for us mortalfolk who look for opinion and want the nod to purchase this light or look elsewhere! Better than old light or Not mr riddle!I apologize for the testing taking so long. Even though I'm retired, I became the Primary Trustee of my late Mom's estate last February. I didn't realize it would be practically a full time job - much like running a small business. There's management of real estate (complete remodel of her house), an eviction in one rental property, dealing with another good tenant, probate, attorneys, CPAs... It just on and on. Plus, I have a reef tank.
Even without Dana’s tests, thank you by the way for all you do - thousands appreciate it, the icon isn’t all that different spectrum wise and the same power. You can look up the spectrum and led change from orphek, small changes, nothing wild, but with improved control, more channels, glass lens on violets and near uv, better cooling, stronger variable fans, cooling aluminum top plate and I think better layout for blending but that is more subjective. I don’t see how if one liked the previous model the icon would be anything but an upgrade with lots of improvements particularly over the old gateway controller style.But must have something for us mortalfolk who look for opinion and want the nod to purchase this light or look elsewhere! Better than old light or Not mr riddle!
Just based on spectrum with the new 730nm LEDs, I'd say the iCon has pushed envelope. The review I'm writing will explain why this is an improvement.But must have something for us mortalfolk who look for opinion and want the nod to purchase this light or look elsewhere! Better than old light or Not mr riddle!
Thanks Dana for your reply and will be a good review like all your reviews are!Just based on spectrum with the new 730nm LEDs, I'd say the iCon has pushed envelope. The review I'm writing will explain why this is an improvement.