LIGHTING Your Budget Reef Tank - What Lights Should You Consider and Why?

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5 жыл бұрын

In this Video we talk about aquarium lighting and the different options to cover the top of your fish tanks to avoid fish carpet surfing. We talk about Aquarium LIDS, Screen Net Kits vs Glass Lids and how evaporation can effect your fish tank. For lighting we talk about spectrum, lighting intensity, sunshine ramping, sunset ramping & the different lighting types and the Current USA IC Loop LED Lighting Systems.
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@eddiedavis6743 3 жыл бұрын

You are a great teacher you make it so anyone can understand what your saying and that's great for someone like me just learning about reef tanks thank you so much

@isaiahfurrow7414 3 жыл бұрын

I have some T5 stuff from years ago, but just got my first Current USA LED light strip. It is the older version of the pro, the thicker strip with the ramp timer pro. So far I like it and will definitely be getting more Current USA stuff. I will also be giving the Fluval Marine 3.0 a try as well.

@skzion2 5 жыл бұрын

For soft corals, Current USA LED seems like a inspired choice. It's when one goes to light demanding corals that LEDs seem just a mess. The price goes through the roof, and you'd better pay it. T5s for me!

@CHIBA280CRV 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative thanks

@iamjangoballs6662 5 жыл бұрын

For my lighting I have a mixture of white,blue,purple,cyan and pink... I’ve noticed my soft corals grow fast under the pink

@1HumbleDad 2 жыл бұрын

What is the maximum tank depth that I can get positive results with the Current USA light with soft corals? I have a 54 gallon corner tank with glass lid. Measurement from the glass lid to the sand bed is right at 20". I don't have any coral in my tank yet because I'm still setting it up and cycling it. I haven't even placed fish in it yet. I'm just trying to plan ahead and get a light for when I do attempt corals. Thank you for creating such informative videos.

@marlonallansupetran7120 Жыл бұрын

We are switching from FW planted aquarium and would like to know if the lights we already have that comes with an app similar to the ones shown in this video would be fine to be used in a reef tank. Thanks!

@debleonard9989 4 жыл бұрын

How can they call this a budget reef. The power head cost more than the tank and live rock

@jbtrades69 3 жыл бұрын

fr, they need to understand the definition of the word budget

@kksheff9296 2 жыл бұрын

I guess budget is a subjective term lol. Budget is different from person to person

@darviniusb Жыл бұрын

Sponsored clickbait video.

@evanmarcus2007 3 жыл бұрын

hello, im trying to purchase LED light for my fish tank to keep some corals in it, not to crazy, which one do you recommend. my fish tank is 60 gallon tank with a width of 46 inches

@karennation3580 4 жыл бұрын

I had a current orbit that broke then I bought a corallife sea scape that is in the biocubes for my 10 gallon. It dosnt control color intensity individually like current did:( I believe the box said 10k but that it said whites werer that and blues and other colors always say 440 nm or something of that nature. I thought you said or maybe another youtube I watched said blues were in kelvins too. Why then do I always see the nm behind it. I have no idea how strong my corallife is. I run it at 70 percent intensity. Maybe thats to low. I am getting a fluval evo marine that is 14k soon as they are back in stock so once again I am changing lights and stressing my corals. hopefully this will be last time. Plus I am moving some into a 36 gallon with a new light maybe a ai hydra. I just wanted you to explain the kelvin and why k is never listed for blue reds ect. I assumed they werent very bright them, and was running more white than blue to give it some kick but i cut back to more blue now. I know I need to set it and forget it! You guys have any 13 gallon evo's in stock. Everywhere is sold out!

@AlbertHoffman-mb6tv Жыл бұрын

What watt for 11 gallon? I feel like anything over 50 It's too muchand they're hard to find I'm only found one.. There's a lot of 30 W but I feel like it just keeps him alive does it help them grow and thrive

@farmanshaikh6405 5 жыл бұрын

I keep my lights on 24-7, but turn the intensity way down low during the night hours (barely on) Both the fish and coral appear to recognize the day and night cycles, using this method and I've not had any issues with undesirable algae.

@3223jumpman 4 жыл бұрын

What do u put for time on and off

@irishlad7458 4 жыл бұрын

I use acrylic because glass filters out certain wavelengths of ultraviolet that's y sunbeds use acrylic tops unless you can afford a quarts covers metal halides are another example glass covers filter most of uv

@davidbergaragonzalez5653 4 жыл бұрын

Would the lighting in the room affect the corals? I am setting up an aquarium in my room and I might have the lights on outside of that 10 hour period.

@Saltwateraquariumdotcom 3 жыл бұрын

@abh3960 4 жыл бұрын

I use blue plus orphek. 36 now. 18 off water. 14 in deep

@Jeremiah_.. 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man very good information. Although, being that the topic is on a budget please help people find a more affordable lighting system. The lighting system that you’re recommending is easily over $200. Of course, there’s incredible options you can use it for which explains why it so expensive but, when lighting is getting almost the price of the tank itself I don’t see it as a budget tank anymore.

@mikedelape6609 2 жыл бұрын

this hobby isn’t cheap, 200 for a light is cheap, my lights cost 12,000 for 8 lights

@Jeremiah_.. 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikedelape6609 I would like to see your tank. You should get a good yellow/orange lens and post a video of it. With that kind of set up your tank probably looks awesome. You should consider posting some videos on it. It’s a pleasure to see other tanks in this hobby.

@austinbassin4420 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, I have 2 AI prime 16 HD on a 55 gal reef (lps) tank. Finished cycle 2 weeks ago and im in the diatom stage. Do the green and red led promote algae growth as many say? If so, will it hurt corals to eliminate these colors from the schedule? Anyone please feel free to chime in, thanks!

@mikedelape6609 2 жыл бұрын

no it wont hurt corals, they dont use red or green for growth

@pjfreak99 5 жыл бұрын

The current light is terrible. I had it for about two years. Corals didn’t grow, barely survived. When I upgraded, things took off.

@Courtneylandry22 4 жыл бұрын

Brett Abbott what did you upgrade too and how much did it cost

@pjfreak99 4 жыл бұрын

@@Courtneylandry22 Maxspect Razor. Big improvement

@youraveragerat1280 3 жыл бұрын

Same thing, I have the thing and 100% would not recommend

@AloofGoofTone Жыл бұрын

How much par is recommended?

@tazman540 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question. So if I just got a normal led light and painted it these set twin colors would it grow coral?

@mikedelape6609 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely not

@tazman540 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikedelape6609 I know I found out. I also bought one that was me t for saltwater and now my corals are doing great!

@urielmb5087 5 жыл бұрын

What's the time Period between the times that I need to put fresh water in the tank?

@brandonezdoofenshmirtz2916 4 жыл бұрын

As often as possible, if you have a tall tank or a good lid with no holes youll have to do this less

@jeffjeff5895 3 жыл бұрын

I have white LED lights which are just white no blue it came with the aquarium is that ok?

@mikedelape6609 2 жыл бұрын

@jumbowana Жыл бұрын

I think t5's are a better budget and beginner option. I've got both t5's and leds and the spread, quality, and clarity of a decent t5 setup is better than the equivilent led and it's impossible to mess it up.

@rc2300s2r 5 жыл бұрын

You mention using a 10 hour photo period. I’ve heard and seen others using as much as a 13 hour period with success. I know that off time is just as important for corals as such to “rest” but do you think that a “longer” photo period is ok if inhabitants are doing well? Or do you think that they would do better with a shorter photo period? I know there’s no perfect answer but.... Thank you.

@Mike__B 5 жыл бұрын

Rather than trying to explain it myself, this video is great kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nLxdgLNpuZnQiIE.html starting about the 5:00 mark, and watch for 5-6 minutes or so

@mrsaltwatertank 5 жыл бұрын

You can use a longer photo period if you turn down the intensity of the lights. To keep things simple, I recommended the 10 hr photo period.

@drzjoker91 4 жыл бұрын

I love white 🤷‍♂️

@NathansWildLife 3 жыл бұрын

What is rdoi water and do I add declorinator when water evaporates sence I’ll use tap water

@aidennigro7887 3 жыл бұрын

Do not use tap water

@aidennigro7887 3 жыл бұрын

Only use rodi water it's super pure water tap water can go very badly

@NathansWildLife 3 жыл бұрын

What is the app called

@jaikumarkumar7043 4 жыл бұрын

Direct sun light is advisable for marine aquarium?

@rockypulley3050 4 жыл бұрын

yes if you want boiled fish

@Saltwateraquariumdotcom 4 жыл бұрын

You can but you may have algae issues and or heat issues. 50/50. Most customer don't try to use natural light.

@lunes-1 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@andrewtheduk 2 жыл бұрын

added light to cart

@alecc.lambert2352 4 жыл бұрын

Being an unemployed fifteen year old, I have a tight budget... what would you recommend?

@TradingWithJesseW 4 жыл бұрын

Frigus Reef whatever Christmas money you get this year use it to buy good items like video games at garage sales and thrift stores. Then flip those items on eBay/mercari for profit. Use your profit to re invest into your business and into new lights for your budget build tank. ;)

@brandonezdoofenshmirtz2916 4 жыл бұрын

Hipangero aqua knight 30w is good for tanks from 10-30 gallons. Its adjustable, affordable, powerful. Not easy to find anymore

@meminem6403 4 жыл бұрын

JAZZATHEGAMER I believe so. It is also cheaper on amazon or at least was.

@meminem6403 4 жыл бұрын

Alec C. Lambert I am also an unemployed 15 year old. I agree with hustle. Do chores or get some work, keep that money, spend it on a nice light (maybe a viparspectra or sb reef light which I’m gonna save up for) and repeat process for buying corals or fish or inverts. It’s an expensive hobby so just save up.

@BroKenPeiceSs 5 жыл бұрын

I always here bad reviews on the current led system, as in “it doesn’t help coral growth” What do you have to say on the subject? I have been following your budget guides and would like to know before i purchase a light

@Saltwateraquariumdotcom 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve had great success with current LEDs & soft coral or shallow tanks. For more demanding lighting situations you can easily add a second strip. They are a great budget friendly starter light. They are not the most powerful lights on the market. Most customers are really happy with them. Some don’t get the speed of growth they are looking for.

@OSSOYT 5 жыл бұрын

As someone who owned currents, get a viparspectra 165 if you want to grow lps and sps.

@lynnn7716 5 жыл бұрын

@@OSSOYT I agree.

@brandonezdoofenshmirtz2916 4 жыл бұрын

Get a hipangero aqua knight for a 20 gal

@Slayyyter_bitxh 3 жыл бұрын

I currently have two usa's on a 60g tank and my soft coral won't even grow

@karennation3580 4 жыл бұрын

Blue is always measured in nm and white in k, so this dosnt add up to what you are saying. Ihave always wondered how to figure this out!

@Trenton.D 4 жыл бұрын

No, it isn't. Kelvin and nanometers are describing two totally different phenomena (nanometers: propagation of photon energy; Kelvin: approximation of the temperature of a theoretical black-body radiator), though are indirectly related. Both blue and white light have a spectrum consisting of photons with different energies that have wavelengths, of which can be described by nanometers, and both blue and white light have a temperature (described by Kelvins) that approximates the temperature of a black-body radiator (what it might "look" like).

@bodmonjosephgameing3129 3 жыл бұрын

Your in Omaha?

@Saltwateraquariumdotcom 3 жыл бұрын

Bodmonjoseph gameing nope. PA

@bodmonjosephgameing3129 3 жыл бұрын

SaltwaterAquarium Nebraska aquatics is u local fish store!

@jennychurchill8953 4 жыл бұрын

Clicked links but def. wouldn't consider $200 budget lights

@ImTheRealJake 3 жыл бұрын

At no point, is someone building a "budget" tank, spending over $200 on lighting. Utterly absurd to list these as budget options. Minus live stock, I'd venture to say most people setting up "budget" tanks, are looking to spend 200 or less, on the entire setup.

@happy-xv8gn 2 жыл бұрын

welp then u have no hope this hobby is expensive maybe try second hang

@ImTheRealJake 2 жыл бұрын

@@happy-xv8gn I built my entire setup for 150 bucks..... That's including fish and my first piece of coral. So you just sound like a moron.

@happy-xv8gn 2 жыл бұрын

cool thats great but the reason why "budget" lighting is so expensive is that you want lights that will last you a while and will let you have things other than the most simple pieces of gsp and such when going so cheap your not gonna get any growth from your coral and if ur fine with that great youve got a cheap tank! And also my guess is that you built it with a 10 gallon no skimmer no sump etc might work for you but nano tanks are incredibly hard to keep just my opinion tho.

@RoroNYQ 2 жыл бұрын

@@happy-xv8gn comments like yours are why people like me are weary to join this hobby. Looks like a very elite, gated community that shells money and rarity as power.

@happy-xv8gn 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoroNYQ nah its not that i started with cheap 50 dolllar light but when you do that you soon realize that you are very limited when you do this hobby you ahve to admit at one point or another it is going to cost alot of money