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LED AQUARIUM LIGHTS;
*TMC Aqua Ray/Aqua Beam 500/1000 Marine/Freshwater Lighting Systems; With New Generation High Output Cree XR emitters!
METAL HALIDE; *EcoSystems Sun HQI fixture & light bulb)
*Rio (Taam) Mini Sun LED Lighting Fixture
*We strive for the newest Technology LED

RELATED PRODUCTS; For the next generation in HO micro compact lighting: T2 Next Generation Sub Miniature Aquarium Lights Superior output to CFL and even T5 for the energy used For the best in High Output CFL Aquarium Lights: SHO Aquarium Lights The SHO is a light proven in Greenhouse applications with PROVEN results for plant growing applications. Also available standard Compact Fluorescent Lights Helios G11 Four Pin Standard and VHO Aquarium CF Lights For the Internets premier source for Aquarium Light Information: Aquarium Lighting; Facts & Information

LED lights have come a long way; now they are even available for aquarium lighting (large units that rival MH are now available for reef tanks). LED lights along with SHO lights, T2, & T5 are the future of aquarium lighting, especially for planted freshwater or marine reef aquariums.

When an aquarium keeper (especially a high end reef of planted aquarium aquarist) considers that a LED Light lasts 50,000 hours vs. the many popular VHO Compact Fluorescents that only last 8,000 hours for an inferior light spectrum (especially for Cyanobacteria control), the price for a LED is actually less.

We are constantly researching LED which includes real-world use via our sister aquarium maintenance company & others. We attempt to sell only proven LED light systems. This includes LED manufacturers that understand the importance of PAR for both plants and corals (see: Aquarium Lighting; PAR) We are also working with a new generation LED from a developer in Japan (Lamp Elves LED) that should be available in the future (we are currently testing these, although development has stalled due to the slow economy).

*As well as the new Lamp Elves LED, we are still keeping up with TMC AquaRays latest offering which now includes the improved AquaBeam 500 with new wide angle beam that include the latest generation CREE XR-E Power LEDs; which are best emitters and available Aquarium LED lights available in their price range.
These newest offering from TMC easily out produce most popular HO and VHO lights when compared apples to apples (in terms of focused lumens, lumens per watt, PAR, much less wasted light energy in the yellow/green spectrum & more).
When you consider that these LED aquarium lights last 50,000 hours the price is less over the life of the fixture when compared to HO T5 such as the Current 39 watt that might be ½ the cost, but lasts only 1/6 the time and consumes 3-4 times the energy for the same outputs; These Aqua Ray Aquarium LED lights are the better value for your aquarium and the environment.

*The latest technology LED Light Systems we sell require as little as 4% of the wattage for the same useful energy output as a traditional T8/T12 light.
Even raw data from tests conducted with plant growth indicate these high output TMC LED lights require 14-28% of the wattage of popular HO T5 lights and Metal Halide lights (although this was a test for plants where a 12 Watt LED surpassed a 175 Watt MH in growth, the process of photosynthesis of plants and PAR requirements there of are the same whether terrestrial, freshwater or the symbiotic zooanthellic algae found in corals). See this article for further explanation: Aquarium Lighting Facts & Information

Here are a few of Videos using TMC Aqua Ray/Aqua Beam LED lights:
You Tube Video; Marine Aquarium with Aqua Ray 500/1000
YouTube Video, Marine Aquarium with TMC Aqua Ray LED Lights
You Tube Video; Planted Freshwater Aquarium; sunrise to Sunset

NOW AVAILABLE, THE AQUARAY/ AQUABEAM 500 LED light systems by Tropic Marine Center (TMC) of Europe Currently the best available LED for the $ as per our tests and as well due to the high output patented New Generation Cree XR emitters
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TMC (Tropic Marine Center) AQUA RAY LED LIGHT STRIPS;

Features
• Up to 50,000 hour lamp life (equivalent to 6x fluorescent lighting) with no significant deterioration of spectral quality.
• Latest Generation Cree XR-E Power LED emitters; Currently there is not a more powerful emitter, producing more lumens & useful light energy per watt!
• New Wide Angle Beam, which easily allows for the fixture to be placed over 12 inches above an open aquarium and still not loose much light energy.
• Low voltage and cool running
• Highest useable and visible output of light per energy consumed. Over 80 lumens per watt. Tests have shown that a 12w AquaBeam produces up to 33% more illumination at 20 inches than a 24w compact fluorescent aquarium fitting (PLL compact fluorescent), in part due to focused illumination.
• 20,000 LUX along with the Highest PAR output available in LED lights (including the more expensive Solaris) or any other lighting type. Delivers high LUX and PAR values which means it is suitable for all marine set ups including reef tanks incorporating LPS and SPS hard corals.
Studies/Test in plant growth has shown a 12 Watt Full spectrum/daylight LED Surpassing a similar 175 Watt Full spectrum Metal Halide!! (See “Aquarium Lighting Facts & Information”)
• Unique LED photo cell technology; each strip consists of 5 LED emitters, with various combinations of varying Kelvin daylight and blue (actinic) emitters.
For the example the Reef Blue consists of all blue while the Marine White is all white. Reef White (the combination I feel is best for most applications) is (3) white and (2) blue.
• Unique light-weight, waterproof design, and flexible mounting options including; *Retrofit of standard aquarium hood/canopy,*mounting on rails (DIY wood, plastic, etc) and placed over “rim” of the aquarium, or *even over tank hanging and wall mounting, making them suitable and simple for replacement, retrofit and new install.
Includes mounting brackets for “in hood” or canopy mounting or these AquaRay/AquaBeam LED can suspended or simply placed above an aquarium. (Please click on the picture to the left for a better view of mounting options.)
• Length= 19 inches per strip (49 cm); Width= 2 inches (5.2 cm)
• Lowest running costs and carbon footprint of any lighting system available.
• Unlike CFL, or Metal Halide, these Aqua Ray LEDs can be plugged into a dimmer or dimmer plus timer combination allows for slow on and off (sunrise/sunset), (not available here, but at home improvement or electronics stores)
• The Aqua Ray lights can be paired with the MH below or for more cost effectiveness (as well as lower heat), I recommend pairing with either T2 Fluorescent lights or self ballasted 6400 K CFLs for smaller aquariums (under 60 gallons; 225 liters) or with SHO Lights for larger tanks.
The Aqua Ray can be used all by itself, however the above suggestions allow for a less costly application and as well allow for mixing of different lighting types benefits.

*Warranted for 1 year on lamp and 5 years on power supply

These two pictures show Aqua Ray LED simply placed on the aquarium. The preferred method (aesthetically) is mounted into a hood or canopy; however these pictures show this option as well.
*The first picture is the first demo reef tank with an AquaRay LED Strip (Marine Blue) placed on the top.
*The second picture shows a freshwater aquarium with simple LED placement on the top of the Aquarium Please click on the pictures to enlarge.

The picture to the left (Please click on the picture to enlarge) demonstrates "Useful Light Energy" with two 15 Watt CFL (30 watts total) vs. one 12 Watt Marine White LED (all white emitters). This picture is taken with a camera that filters out certain wave lengths allowing for a better viewing of the difference which is otherwise not easy to discern, however the picture shows how the LED on the left has less of this wasted yellow and green than the CFL lights on the right.



Currently available:
*AquaBeam 500; 12 watt Marine White (14,000K)- $169.99
(5 Daylight emitters)
Despite the name, the Marine White is also a possible choice for planted freshwater aquariums, with much lower wasted light in the yellow spectrum than CFLs)

* AquaBeam 500; 12 watt Reef White- $169.99
(2 blue emitters & 3 14,000K Daylight emitters)
The Reef White is the most recommended model with the best marine reef application potential as well as another choice for planted FW (for those desiring more blue as well Cyanobacteria control). Also a good compliment to T2 or T5 Light Systems.

* AquaBeam 500; 12 watt Marine Blue- $169.99
(3 blue emitters & 2 14,000K Daylight emitters)
A good choice for high light requiring corals/clams or as a more blue supplement to the Reef White. Also a good compliment to T2 or T5 Daylight systems

* AquaBeam 500; 12 watt Natural Daylight- $169.99
(5- 6500K Daylight emitters)
The primary choice for freshwater aquariums that TMC recommends for planted FW aquariums (a good compliment to Reef White for planted FW tanks too and the best choice if the only LED used for a planted FW aquarium)

* AquaBeam 500; 12 watt Reef Blue- $169.99 (5 blue emitters)

*30 watt Aqua Beam 1000 Reef White- $339.99
• Reef White has 7 x 14,000K white LEDS and 3 x 50,000K Blue LEDs
• Very compact – 8” x 8” (20 x 20cm)
• Weight is just under 5 lbs (1.4 kg) and is easily suspended over an aquarium
• Versatile mounting fixtures included, allowing a wide variety of replacement, retrofit and new install.
• An excellent choice for a Hexagon Aquarium or where an intense amount of light is needed in a small space (such as over your most delicate corals)
• Easily exceeds a 175 Watt Metal Halide (of approximately 10,000-14,00K) in useful light energy; see Aquarium Lighting Facts & Information
• Includes Mounting Brackets:
Easily mounts in a canopy/hood, can hung by wires over an open aquarium, or be placed on “DIY rails” over an aquarium (Please see the diagram to the left, click to enlarge)
*We recommend at least 4-6 inches clearance with closed aquarium (with lid) or 12 inches for an open aquarium for best results (similar recommendations for the AquaBeam 500 as well)



AquaRay Lighting Controller- $169.99
• Two Channel Dimming control
• Simple User Interface
• Easy to create (& vary the time) Sunrise, Sunset, Daylight, & moonlight phases (please note that true moonlight is primarily a full spectrum white light, despite the common belief it is blue, see: Aquarium Lighting Facts & Information)
• Compact Design for easy mounting
• Uses real time clock for accurate timing
• Compatible with all TMC AquaRay/ AquaBeam Products
• Can control up to1-2 light fixtures per controller
• 2 Year Warranty

A few lighting suggestions:
• First let me note, that these lights (along with T2s) are so compact, that it is easy to add more light strips at a later time into your hood/canopy; so even if you are unsure of the number of strips you will need or your budget is “tight”, you can always add more later if your lighting requirements are not met.
• For Small Aquariums (under 20 gal.), often one AquaBeam 500 LED will work although for higher light need planted FW or Reef consider two or complimenting an LED with a New Generation T2 Light Fixture for more economy and different lighting variation.
• For medium Aquariums (such as a 60 gallon), generally two AquaBeam 500 LEDs will work well, but with higher light needs (sps corals, high light FW plants, etc.) consider either 3-4 (mixing LED types would be advisable too) or adding two T2 lights as noted for the smaller aquariums for excellent output with more economy. Two AquaBeam 1000 would provide very strong lighting for a 60 reef
• For larger aquariums, consider combinations of different Aqua Ray LED Lights, such as (2) Reef White and (2) Marine White for a 125 gallon planted freshwater tank. Consider adding T2s, T5s or SHO bulbs to increase lighting more & compliment the LED for high light need aquariums.
However SHO lights utilize more vertical space (they are still compact, but much more bulky), as well they produce more heat (which is easily vented in a properly constructed hood) which makes it necessary to be spaced away form your LED lights. For these reasons, generally T2s or T5 are the better choice to mix with an LED light system.

Also consider that you can add these LED Lights to existing lighting systems, as they can compliment T5s and CFLs such as Helios or Coralife systems.

*AquaRay Solid State LED Lighting Strips have so many advantages over traditional Marine Reef & Freshwater lighting systems and can be used on all types of aquarium setups, from tropical to reef tanks. When you first install an Aqua Ray light unit above your tank you will immediately see the main benefit of this new technology. Unlike fluorescent lamps, AquaRay lighting delivers a directed, or "focused" source of light, and the passage of this light through water is comparable with what would be seen in nature under direct sunlight. In other words, visible beams of light will pierce the water and reflect the movement of the water surface, producing a more natural and eye-catching shimmer effect in the aquarium itself. Until now, this effect could only be replicated with very powerful (and expensive) light sources such as metal halides.
Vastly superior to the Current USA Power Brite LED, with almost THREE times the output (5 x 2.4 watt emitters as compared to 4 x 1 watt emitters for the Power Brite plus more output per watt with the New Generation Cree XR emitters)

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As per our most recent delivery from Tropic Marine Center, The Natural Daylight is all 6500K emitters (which is better in our view) and the other daylight emitters (such as those found on the Reef White are the 14,000K Daylight (as sold in Europe)


The Rio mini sun fixtures are small versions of these newer high output, low power consumption lights.

This LED light fixture comes with 10 LEDs with flexible mounting arm. This LED fixture is moisture resistant and easy to install. It comes complete with a UL listed transformer and moonlight mounting bracket.

The Rio Mini Sun LED light fixture is safe for marine or freshwater tanks, generally up to 10 gallons.

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*Rio Mini Sun Daylight and Deep Sea Blue Lighting Fixture- $25.99


METAL HALIDE


Now Available!
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Eco System Metal Halide for Nano/Bio Cube Reef Aquariums;




Complete Fixture, light bulb, adjustable stand, & electronic ballast- $369.99 Special- $199.99




• Economical 70 Watt 14,000K lamp (representing 30-60 Ocean Depth Feet) • Superior performance; 80 plus lumens per Watt!
• Perfect for 25 gallon or smaller reef aquariums (or larger when used in sets or with other lights such as the SHO, VHO or CFL)
• With open design, no need for a chiller
• This light supports Corals that require extensive lighting, giant clams, etc.
• The lamp is first quality USHIO double end HQI light bulb with over 85 lumens per watt made in Germany
• Adjustable stand/lamp height with double clamp