Decent LED for FW?

[Nano]

What a decent LED fixture for a FW tank, no plants, I would like to stay away from marineland as I hear bad things about them, Ecoxotic is an option but, would like to see what you guys come up with

[Bblinks]

Kessil A150W (http://www.jlaquatics.com/product/ld-ksa150as/Kessil+A150W+Amazon+Sun+LED+Pendent.html)

[sphelps]

What about the vertex Vertex Illumilux IV LED Fixtures? They have a variety of color options for fresh water like the Marino Sole or Dolce Bianco.

[Nano]

I think I'm going to stay away from pendants more then likely, vertex is a lot more then I am willing to spend for a FW tank, 48" is close to the price of a radion lol

[sphelps]

I think I'm going to stay away from pendants more then likely, vertex is a lot more then I am willing to spend for a FW tank, 48" is close to the price of a radion lol

Actually it's about half the price as a Radion and the same price (and way better) then the reefbright Marineland fixtures. Also if you tank is 48" consider the 36" vertex which should still produce enough coverage.

[Nano]

I hear ya, just not looking to spend more then probably $250 or so. I might see what martin can offer in the DIY department too, or ask Ecoxotic how many modules or stunners would be ample

[sphelps]

If you're just looking for somethign cheap and simple there are heaps of stuff on ebay, like this:

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/LED-Aquarium-Light-Freshwater-Tropical-Fish-Bright-Single-48-4-ft-120-cm-Discus-/110845073151?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19cee196ff#ht_1661wt_1060

[Nano]

That one looks like a knock off marineland, lol not to be rude. anyone have any experience with the marineland lights? I havent heard anything great about them

[RuGlu6]

Or this one also cheep and free shipping within USA. But they will only warranty for 30 days.
http://www.aquatraders.com/LED-Freshwater-Bright-p/56205.htm
If you don't want plants then this can be an option, you only risk us much as $69. And fish looks good under these lights.

I have these lights on my Fresh Water Nano for about 3 month now and plant growth is good.
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=82467

[Cliff]

That one looks like a knock off marineland, lol not to be rude. anyone have any experience with the marineland lights? I havent heard anything great about them

I friend of mine has the double bright Marineland LED and I have the cheap knock-off posted above from E-bay

They are OK as long as you do not have/want plants. It's low level lighting for most tanks (depending on the hight of the tank) but it does give a nice look to the tank.

If you want a planted tank, there are better options out there like the below

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3733+21598&pcatid=21598

[SanguinesDream]

I got a this lamp for my planted nano tank http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aquarium-2-Mode-Clip-Lamp-48-LED-White-Blue-Light-100-240V-CL-48-/110918224333?nma=true&si=wmaLlf9W7t0ht%2BAQ122VJUjHNBs%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 and it has been running beautifully 24/7 for over a month and a half.

Growth rates are fantastic!

[burgerchow]

I just put a kessil A350w over my 55 corner bow front African cichlids tank. I tried the marine land led first, it wasn't too bad but wasn't really bright enough to make the fish colors "pop". The kessil is great.

[Nano]

Lol wow. This is a nold thread guys! I don't even have fw anymore. :P