Will Kessil A80 grow Chaetomorpha

[smh254]

I would like to get this light for my fuge. It could be used for frags if needed.
https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/a80-tuna-blue-saltwater-aquarium-led-used-open-box-return-kessil/
Or would this work better for my chaeto.
https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/a...ium-led-kessil-used-open-box-customer-return/

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

Probably, depending on the height above the water. I actually use a Kessil H150 to grow my Chaetomorpha:

If you can find a used one, this thing grows macroalgae like crazy.

 

[smh254]

Probably, depending on the height above the water. I actually use a Kessil H150 to grow my Chaetomorpha:

If you can find a used one, this thing grows macroalgae like crazy.

I'm looking for something little bit more low profile. I would put it about 6 inches above the water line.

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

In that case, there are other cheaper, lower profile options with more power on eBay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BloomBoss-45w-LED-hydroponic-grow-panel/322449997371?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid=222007&algo=SIC.MBE&ao=2&asc=41670&meid=7a11bc79211c43df8d124d9e32bd24f0&pid=100005&rk=5&rkt=6&sd=131150530612

 

[smh254]

My fuge is only 10"x10" and I don't want any light spilling over into the skimmer section or the return section due to algae growth.

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

My fuge is only 10"x10" and I don't want any light spilling over into the skimmer section or the return section due to algae growth.

I have light spilling into the skimmer section, but the only thing that grows in there is coralline algae. With the Chaetomorpha directly under the light, it out-competes other, lower-light areas in the sump. Consequently, I don't have much issue with micro or macroalgae growth in the other sump chambers.

 

[smh254]

I have light spilling into the skimmer section, but the only thing that grows in there is coralline algae. With the Chaetomorpha directly under the light, it out-competes other, lower-light areas in the sump. Consequently, I don't have much issue with micro or macroalgae growth in the other sump chambers.

I'm using a Home Depot clamp on light right now which works great It's just a little bulky under my tank. I might give the light you show a try. Thanks for the help

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

You might also consider one of these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonlux-Medi...096608?hash=item1c768deb60:g:q~oAAOSwiONYPa1o

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

The A80 will probably grow Chaetomorpha okay, but I find the macroalgae grows really well under a more purple-red light.

 

[smh254]

The one A80 is for a planted tank didn't know if that would be any better.

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

That may actually be much better. I haven't read up on those!

 

[smh254]

The problem with it freshwater/planted

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

I'm not sure that's much of an issue. The Kessil H150 is also for plants and hydroponics.

 

[GHsaltie]

You might also consider one of these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonlux-Medi...096608?hash=item1c768deb60:g:q~oAAOSwiONYPa1o

Would this fit in a standard clamp type lamp?

 

[GoVols]

The problem with it freshwater/planted

Just a suggestion...

Email and call Kessil.
I always get great, over the phone support from them. They will (Happily) tell you if a80 sun will do the job.

 

[smh254]

Just a suggestion...

Email and call Kessil.
I always get great, over the phone support from them. They will (Happily) tell you if a80 sun will do the job.

I'll give that a shot

 

[Falk]

They are coming out with a H80 wait for that

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

Would this fit in a standard clamp type lamp?

It's a medium base bulb which is the standard size for household light bulbs.

 

[GoVols]

I'll give that a shot

Falk says the H80 is coming out and I've seen pictures of it.

You can ask them the release date on the h80 when you get them on the phone.

See link:

https://reefbuilders.com/2017/02/28/kessil-h80-flora-sun/#

 

[K100286]

BRS just put out video on tests they are doing to so what lights do the best. Their first test showed the Kessil grow light to be the best, but also the most expensive. Cheato grow very rapidly and consumed almost all the nutrients they added. Very good video.