What LED light for a bioCube8?

[Cameron]

I was trying to sell my biocube8 now I think I'm going to started up as a mini Reef again. What would you suggest to use for a LEDs to keep softies LPS and possibly some SPS?

[jason604]

Get a par38. Nice n cheap n does it's job

[Galizio]

I used a par 38 on a biocube 14, amazing result


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[Cameron]

Can someone point me in the direction of what I need ?

[H2o2]

http://fragbox.ca/coral-frags/dry/full-spectrum-par-38-bulb/ I think this is what they are talking about

[Cameron]

I used a par 38 on a biocube 14, amazing result


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What wattage?

[Galizio]

What wattage?


I have the exact same one that h2o2 posted, an halo par 38 full spectrum from light box

[reefmandan]

If you're looking for simple, efficient and a good price, PAR 38 is a great choice. If you're looking for customization in terms of spectrum, I recently set up a tank with the new AI Prime LED, and I have to say, for the price, I'm quite impressed. It would be more than enough for a BC8

[hackerberry]

Like reefmandan said, AI Prime is the way to go if you want great results.

hb

[gobytron]

A prime would be overkill for a BC8.

It is by far a superior light compared to a par 38 BUT...they are 229plus tax at most retailers.

You can get a great quality par 38 for 60 bucks on Ebay.

Or you can go with a controllable par 38 like this one for around 100
http://www.ocreef.com/par38_led_aquarium_lights

If you're gonna upgrade tanks down the line, or you just love to spend as much money as possible, an AI prime makes sense. Otherwise, you should seriously consider the other options...

Its all very personal, but if it were me, I would just go with a good quality full spectrum par 38 with on/off capability.