Is it a good light for saltwater reef tank 30gal?
224425
Probably not bright enough for a reef tank. Marine land makes one that is reef bright though. If you were using it in conjunction with other lights to fill out the color spectrum and add intensity it would work. Other than that I've been pleased with mine, I did have an issue with it, but marine land had a new one to me in under a week.
224426
I do not think it would be. I have freshwater tanks - it works fine for those. Most saltwater tanks I see have even brighter lights than this.
1726761
It's definitely strong enough. I have a 75 gallon tank full of corals and they are thriving. I'm very happy with this light.
1260087
No, it is not the same. We have two of these on our planted freshwater tank. We also have two of the Reef Capable LED lights on our saltwater tank. Definitely different, but both work well for us.
744478
This light is for a Marine (Saltwater) setup. TrueLumen makes a freshwater LED light also, just check out their website for the details!
44525
Dena...this led light is sufficient for a ten gallon tank used for planted aquariums...so if you are using this for a 29 gallon sump then it wouldn't be bright enough for cirals or plants...However, 12 gallon refugium should be fine but I would recommend two units for ultra bright...please let me know if you have any questions
1760304
Yes but not sure if it can be used for a reef tho. May not give the right light for corals
1351412
If you want the light to work, yes. Filtration would also be a good option in a tank this small, if its possible.
363024
The tank is made to grow coral . With that being said if you just add the white led I still don't think there will be enough light . It comes with dual bulbs so you can take out one and it shouldn't get too hot . Plus the tank comes with light fan to cool it down .i'm growing coral with mine and I don't have heat problems . The problem that you will have is with all the lights you will grow alge . Good for reef bad for fresh water .
2117949
In general no. these are not high intensity bulbs and the ballast will not drive high output bulbs. Unless your tank is very shallow, or you plan to put a few of these on it, this is probably not your best choice for a planted aquarium.
507846
i presume it depends on the size lamp you purchase. i have the 10 gallon size on my 30 gallon tank and it works wonderfully. from what i read you had 2 on yours. if so i would purchase 2 of the 10 gallon sizes ones. that is this one here. my fish love the lighting and are thriving under it. if 1 is good for my tank, 2 should be efficient for yours. i hope this helps you with your choice.
1260085
No this is not the same as the Reef Capable LED light. It has "3 watt RGB LEDs that provide 460nm blue, 660nm red, and green accent lighting to make your aquatic plants thrive." In addition to the the 1 watt 6,500K LEDs. The Marine Capable has "10000K white and actinic blue one watt LED". So the Marine capable has more of a bluer tint to it, which is more ideal for corals (I think?!? I dont have a salt water tank, so dont take my word on that). But I have heard the 6500K is better for freshwater plants, so thats why I got this one. My plants seem to be doing fine.
933073
This light is not bright enough for corals at all I tried it on my 90 gallon reef tank and had to get a different light
855596
Hi Jose... No, you would need the fluorescent light as well. This led isn't powerful enough by itself to sustain your corals.
1200906
It depends on what kind of saltwater aquarium you have. If you have a fish only with live rock (FOWLR) tank, then I would say yes this light would be great! If you had a reef tank with some LPS or Soft Corals I think they would do fine. I would not recommend harder to keep SPS corals under this light given the dimensions of a standard 210 gallon tank.
582913
The answer is yes, but depending on what type of coral you have, deep of tank and other very important conditions. Thinking that you are familiarize with coral growth, and that you have all the water temperature, chemical, cycle and other important issues controled, lighting is one of the most important assets on your set up. Lets talk about corals...Most corals are photosynthetic and approximately 85% of the energy required for their growth and coloration is provided through the symbiotic relationship they share with the zooxanthellae algae which live within the coral. In order to facilitate the development of the zooxanthellae, it is essential to provide not only the right intensity of lighting (approx. 1w/liter for T5 fluorescents provides optimal photosynthetic irradiation spectrum - PAR), but to ensure also that the lighting provides the correct color spectrum for corals. That means that you need a range from actinic blue to Real red and a combination of those including white from 6500k to at least 14000k or more. The finnex fugeray led can work for some corals but you may need to add some specific more blue and\ or some white on the very hight K range in order to have a complete wavelength apropiate for saltwater and corals. Look at this site and then take your desicion.. http://successfulreefkeeping.com/learn/reef-tank-101/lighting-101/ i hope this will help you... Carlos Alvarado
1418439
My aquarium is 36" wide... and the light provides plenty of light, on hot days the lights warm the water - depending on the fish or the environment you have you may then opt to run the blue light's (moon light) setting only. Otherwise you should have plenty of simulated reef light.
1271893
It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I do like this unit. I just wish that they have marketed it with the right GPH, and that I have purchased a more powerful one. It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I... » Read More It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I do like this unit. I just wish that they have marketed it with the right GPH, and that I have purchased a more powerful one. « Show Less