Lighting change

[Scottishscales]

I have always used flourescent bulbs in my fishtanks but i was considering buying led lighting and mounting it above the tank instead of only a few inches above like a standard aquarium hood.

My problem is i have plants and dont know if the leds will provide the right light for them. Thoughts?

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[Rpeinhardt]

Chlorophyll A/B absorb red and blue light (peaking around 460 and 640, if I recall). So if the light fixtures you're looking at cover those ranges well, as fixtures designed for plant growth are, you'll be good.

Look for PAR ratings, if that info is listed.

 

[Brookster123]

What's your budget? What lighting level are you trying to achieve.. leds can grow plants just fine

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[Scottishscales]

I have a college kid paycheck so i dont have a million dollars but i do have a little bit to spare. Id like something that i can see the tank well because i love staring at my fish, id like something that will help my plants grow, and be more energy efficient because my mom is harassing me about the light bill . Ideas on brands etc?

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[Brookster123]

How tall is the tank?

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[Scottishscales]

23.75" long 12" wide 15" deep

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[Brookster123]

A current sat plus would give you low light and nice colors..

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[Scottishscales]

How about this one? http://m.petco.com/product/126648/Marineland-LED-Aquarium-Strip-Light.aspx

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[Brookster123]

Mehh, won't grow much plants, can't reccomend that no..

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[Brookster123]

The fluval plant led was half price last i was in petco if that's where you're going.. that would work for sure

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[Scottishscales]

Okay

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