Pre-planning for upgrading the 8'er, some input on LEDs needed

[Milad]

Originally Posted by The Grizz

Can any one tell me how many 3w LEDs ( 1:1 cool white / royal blue ) I would require for a 96"L x 24"W x 30"D tank. I am thinking of using 12" x 12" heat sinks.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

3W LEDs arent all made the same.

I can tell you that if you go with XP-E and XP-G CREE LEDs you will need about 150 total LEDs.

If you go with CREE XM-L CW and XP-E Royal Blue then you would need something like 90 Royal Blue and 30 Cool White.