pandagold Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Thinking of reinvesting on new light . choice of lights 1. LED ( 160watts LED equalivant to 250w MH ) ( comes moon and white LED + timer built in,,,, yummy ! ) OR 2. 1x 250w MH + 2x t5's Currently using 3ft fixture 2x 150w mh + 2x t5 ( sucking electicity from light and chiller ) currently my tank mix of soft corals + mushroom and sps Idea was to reduce electrical consumtion yet still provide enough light source for SPS growth . Could I hear your thoughts of LED has is proven for coral ( SPS ) growth ? I mean grows as fast when under MH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyBoy Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 I used to have 2x250W MH + 6 x 39W T5 for my 3x3x2.5, mostly sps tank. Monthly electric bills about $350 and above. Now use 129x3W LED and electricity bills at $250-$270. Also I have reduced the tank temperature to 26-27.5degC from 27-29degC. Growth of SPS is the same, colours are better. Same goes to the LPS and clam. However coraline algae growth is more drastic. Quote Member of : UEN: T08SS0098FMASS in Facebook Reefing in LED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandagold Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 could I know which LED light ( maker ) your using ? DIY'ed ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyBoy Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 could I know which LED light ( maker ) your using ? DIY'ed ? DIYed. Quote Member of : UEN: T08SS0098FMASS in Facebook Reefing in LED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jameshong Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 I used to have 2x250W MH + 6 x 39W T5 for my 3x3x2.5, mostly sps tank.Monthly electric bills about $350 and above. Now use 129x3W LED and electricity bills at $250-$270. Also I have reduced the tank temperature to 26-27.5degC from 27-29degC. Growth of SPS is the same, colours are better. Same goes to the LPS and clam. However coraline algae growth is more drastic. Totally agreed ! Quote Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do. - Goethe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandagold Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 Don't mind my asking, how much for your DIY ? Trying to see if it's cheaper to DIY against buying off the shelve . Is it easy ? I'm only good with shocking myself when DIY'ing electronic stuff . DIYed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Supporter Harlequinmania Posted January 25, 2010 SRC Supporter Share Posted January 25, 2010 Don't mind my asking, how much for your DIY ? Trying to see if it's cheaper to DIY against buying off the shelve . Is it easy ? I'm only good with shocking myself when DIY'ing electronic stuff . With prices of LED lighting coming down so low now comparing to the past, you might want to consider the time / effort spending on a D.I.Y unit than a commerical ready made with warrenty coverage. a Good LED bulbs is not cheap as well if you are getting from reputable source. Quote 1000 Gallon Tank in the Hole http://www.sgreefclub.com/forum/topic/120957-1000-gallon-3d-hole-in-the-wall/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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