Question about xr15 lighting

[Sunday101]

So I just picked up a used XR15 pro G6 from my local aquatic shop and had a question about whether to get a diffuser or a shade or both for the light. In the past tank and light I had, the light has always dominated the room and kinda harsh on the eyes unless I'm standing over it. So wondering what peoples recommendations are for one or the other or both?

 

[Lavey29]

G6 models already have built in diffuser.

 

[Sunday101]

G6 models already have built in diffuser.

Really?

 

[Reef Jedi]

I wouldn’t add a diffuser, the optics are very good and blend super well in the tank. I have 4 of them on my pinnensula tank and no disco ball effect. I do have hoods on them to help stop light spill.

 

[Sunday101]

I wouldn’t add a diffuser, the optics are very good and blend super well in the tank. I have 4 of them on my pinnensula tank and no disco ball effect. I do have hoods on them to help stop light spill.

What brand hood did you go with?

 

[Red_Beard]

Printed reef makes nice shades. But yeah, dont get a diffuser.

Ecotech Marine Radion XR15 G3, G4, G5 & G6 PRO Light Shade

Elevate your aquarium experience with the Radion XR15 Light Shade. Seamless design, optimal light distribution, and custom sizing available. Also available for XR30. Order now!

printedreef.com

 

[Reef Jedi]

What brand hood did you go with?

I went with 3Dreefing for many reasons. They are very nicely made and have a really nice design. They ship really well and I’ve purchased 4 at this point. I’ve been super happy with this choice.

XR15 G5/6 Shade

The 3DReefing XR15 shade is the ultimate accessory for controlling light spill and directing light to the desired areas in your reef tank. Specifically designed to complement the curves and angles of the Ecotech brand reef lights, this shade features beveled walls that effectively reduce light...

3dreefing.com

P.s. don’t mind the paper around the top of the tank. We’re waiting for a new lid from top lids and trying to stop some Free Wiley clowns lol

 

[Reef Jedi]

Also, if you’re really wanting a diffuser still, I have 3 I’m not using and are sitting in my basement. I thought I needed them at first and had them on until I bought a PAR meter. After playing with the par meter and setting the lights. I discovered I lost more par then I thought with the diffusers on and took the diffusers off. Honestly since I took them off I can’t tell a difference except on par readings. Dm me if you really want them and I’ll ship em. However with the G6 series lights you really don’t need them and that’s why they are in my basement lol.

 

[Sunday101]

I went with 3Dreefing for many reasons. They are very nicely made and have a really nice design. They ship really well and I’ve purchased 4 at this point. I’ve been super happy with this choice.

XR15 G5/6 Shade

The 3DReefing XR15 shade is the ultimate accessory for controlling light spill and directing light to the desired areas in your reef tank. Specifically designed to complement the curves and angles of the Ecotech brand reef lights, this shade features beveled walls that effectively reduce light...

3dreefing.com

P.s. don’t mind the paper around the top of the tank. We’re waiting for a new lid from top lids and trying to stop some Free Wiley clowns lol

I just went with printedreefs wide one they had. Plus they're local to me I found out. Not sure if wide or narrow makes a huge difference? Otherwise the one you sent I was contemplating also.