WMAS Discussion Forum : Lighting a Large Reef http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:33:18 +0000 Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:32:45 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=84104 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : For 2 years, I used Radion Gen...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631506&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631506 Author: love2skiutah
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 28 2018 at 8:32am

For 2 years, I used Radion Gen 2 pros.  They were okay, but I upgraded to the Gen 4 pros and what a difference.  Most of my SPS has tripled in size in the last 9 months.  I'm getting really fast growth.  ]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:32:45 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631506&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631506 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : Like shaggydoo mentioned, the...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631505&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631505 Author: sleepingdeep
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 28 2018 at 7:49am

Like shaggydoo mentioned, the reason I went AI I’ve lesson was I didn’t have to buy an extra controller. It’s built in and the app works great. That being said Jessie, AI, and eco tech leds will all work great. There are tons of options available.]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2018 07:49:19 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631505&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631505 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : I just want to chime in and say...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631500&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631500 Author: shaggydoo
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 27 2018 at 2:09pm

I just want to chime in and say you can't go wrong with the AI Hydra HD lights. They have wifi built in and you don't need any fancy controllers; just an app on your phone will do the trick. The customization with these lights is superb.]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:09:47 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631500&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631500 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : Yes, lots of options. I know that...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631499&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631499 Author: knowen87
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 27 2018 at 12:02pm

Yes, lots of options. I know that Bulk reef supply has done a lot of tests on lots of the main brands of lights. You could get some info from their videos. I like how they go through the par levels in several configurations and layouts of the same basic light. I watched their episode on the AI primes. These are smaller lower powered units but when they put 4 of them in a row they still produced par in the 175-250 range through most of the tank.  I decided on 4 kessil A160s because they were similar to the ai primes in output but simpler to use. I also added 2 t5 bulbs to even out the lighting some more. I never liked the idea of buying a 700 dollar light to only run it at 30%. The 4 kessils give me lots of coverage for a lower price and I could add more if I want to keep more sps.

I agree with kevin.st I think that it is not so much about what lights you choose. Most modern lighting techniques are adequate and you should just pick a light that gives you the features that you want. 


Edited by knowen87 - February 27 2018 at 12:02pm]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2018 12:02:25 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631499&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631499 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : It&#039;s hard to give advice...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631495&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631495 Author: kevin.st
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 27 2018 at 7:03am

It's hard to give advice on lighting because there's so many options and opinions.  ]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2018 07:03:26 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631495&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631495 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : I have 4 - AI 26 HD over mine....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631494&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631494 Author: Wrogers
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 27 2018 at 5:03am

I have 4 - AI 26 HD over mine. I have the same tank.. so far so good. Im happy]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2018 05:03:01 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631494&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631494 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : My Red Sea Reefer 750 XXL will...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631487&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631487 Author: Softplan
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 26 2018 at 4:41pm

My Red Sea Reefer 750 XXL will be here Wednesday. I have 3 Kessil A360WE that I'm going to put on it. I'm going to test it with a par meter to see if that's good enough and if not then I'll add another one.]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2018 16:41:12 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631487&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631487 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : I have an 8 bulb on a 30&#034;...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631486&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631486 Author: badfinger
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 26 2018 at 2:15pm

I have an 8 bulb on a 30" front to back tank. Only reason to go with 8 bulbs is for better color choices on a 24" tank.]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2018 14:15:55 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631486&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631486 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : I have the same tank size and...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631481&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631481 Author: Hogie
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 26 2018 at 11:48am

I have the same tank size and I run the 60" 8 bulb ATI fixture over it with (2) 72" reefbrites. It was pricey to get, but I love it! ]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2018 11:48:34 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631481&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631481 <![CDATA[Lighting a Large Reef : I&#039;d use a 5&#039; ATI fixture,...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631480&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631480 Author: Marcoss
Subject: 84104
Posted: February 26 2018 at 11:13am

I'd use a 5' ATI fixture, with 8 bulbs. You'll have lower par on the edges, however, it should still be in the 100-200 range. I also ran 8 Kessils over an 8'x4' tank. In your case, you'd likely need 5-6.]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2018 11:13:13 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=84104&PID=631480&title=lighting-a-large-reef#631480