LUMENTEK LIGHTS FOR SMALLER AQUARIUMS
Dear Fellow Hobbyist,
Use this page to get acquainted with the 5 models of Par Lighting we sell. From the smallest 7 watt model to the largest 18 watt models - we cover virtually any lighting need you may have as the owner - or future owner - of a smaller aquarium. You can be very confident in LUMENTEK products – we have been manufacturing LUMENTEK lighting for aquariums since 2009 and this brand has become synonymous with high quality at reasonable prices. Even though LUMENTEK is a premium brand - using only the highest quality components and manufacturing- we are able to keep the price to the customer low as we have sourced the very best factories with the very best prices and pass the savings on to our customers. We want you to be satisfied with our PAR 30 and 38 LED lights and offer a 30 DAY 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - no questions asked. LUMENTEK LED lights has been designed to clearly illuminate your aquarium and to maximize the health and beauty of its inhabitants – whether it is a fresh-water tank with or without plants – or a reef tank with beautiful coral and fish – or a sump or refugium to grow macro algae like chaetomorpha.
Generally a smaller aquarium is defined as one with dimensions less than 18 inches wide by 18 inches front to back - or less than 25 gallons. These numbers are approximate guidelines - you can certainly use our lights on larger aquariums. We are running a single Reef over a 29 gallon Bio-cube with amazing coral growth and illumination. And - of course - you can use more than one if you aquarium is bigger than this. Additionally, you can use our lights for spot coverage in larger aquariums - to illuminate a spot that your larger pendant lights might not reach - or to direct some light light to an ailing coral. They are great for lighting for lighting inside your stand - with the added benefit of providing ideal light for your sump or refugium. Each of the specific product pages on our website provides a general overview of each model - as well as the technical specifications.
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We define the key lighting factors below - we should also define what the the word Par means in front of a number. Par (not PAR as explained below) is a term that simply means the number of 1/8 inch increments in the diameter of the light face. So a Par 30 LED (like our 7G model) - is 30 x 1/8th of an inch - or 3.75 inches in diameter at the face. And a Par 38 LED - (like all other LUMENTEK models) is 38 x 1/8th of an inch - or 4.75 inches in diameter at the face.
There are 5 key factors in choosing an LED light for an aquarium or refugium:
1. Brightness measured in Lux
2. Kelvin
3. Coverage
4. Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR)
5. Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b
1. Lux is used to measure the amount of light output in a given area. It enables us to measure the total quantity of visible light present and the intensity of the illumination on a surface. We use lux because it is an efficient measurement for determining what we see as the brightness of a beam of light. If the light output is focused on a small area, we see this as very bright light. If the light output is spread in a wide beam over a greater area, we experience this as a weaker light. This is why we use high quality optics to control the path of light, creating the desired beam pattern with a minimum loss of light.
2. Kelvin is the temperature or warmth of a light source. The higher the Kelvin number the more blue or “colder” in color and the lower a Kelvin number the more red or “warmer” a color is said to be. Sunlight is generally between 5500k and 6500k kelvin. LUMENTEK led lights have white leds in this range (6500k) which provide a natural sunlight look to your aquarium, and brighter white leds in the 10000k range to fully illuminate your aquarium
3. Coverage is the square inches a light will effectively illuminate. This is dependent on how high you mount your light above your aquarium – the higher you raise it the larger the area it will cover. You could then say that any small light will cover any area – this is true – however the higher you raise a light above your aquarium – the dimmer it will be on the bottom of the aquarium and the lower the PAR will be. LUMENTEK lights use 120-degree optics on 12 and 18 watt models. This provides a broader beam from each led to maximize the coverage area in your aquarium or refugium.
4. Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) is – very simply put – the amount of visible and useable light that any light source generates. This is generally a combination of brightness and the specific lighting range of the individual leds. In a very simple sense – certain wavelengths of light will grow plants or coral in your aquarium at a much higher rate than others. Visible light is in a very specific part of the electromagnetic spectrum – from 400 nanometers to 700 nanometers (a nanometer is one-billionth of an inch). The shorter wavelengths at about 400-450 nanometers – violet to blue to the human eye - are very desirable as their shorter wavelength enables them to more deeply penetrate the waters of a coral reef or a fresh water lake or river to reach and grow plants and coral through photosynthesis. In addition, this wavelength enhances chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b production. Mid-range light – around 500 nanometers or so - green to the human eye – is reflected back and thus does not enhance photosynthesis – but are included in the Reef Model to balance out the blue leds and provide a natural balanced look in your aquarium. The leds in the 650 – 700 nanometer range – red to the human eye – enhance chlorophyll a and b production and thus are included in the Reef Model.
Here is an example of PAR - in this case from the 18 Watt Reef Model:
Use this page to get acquainted with the 5 models of Par Lighting we sell. From the smallest 7 watt model to the largest 18 watt models - we cover virtually any lighting need you may have as the owner - or future owner - of a smaller aquarium. You can be very confident in LUMENTEK products – we have been manufacturing LUMENTEK lighting for aquariums since 2009 and this brand has become synonymous with high quality at reasonable prices. Even though LUMENTEK is a premium brand - using only the highest quality components and manufacturing- we are able to keep the price to the customer low as we have sourced the very best factories with the very best prices and pass the savings on to our customers. We want you to be satisfied with our PAR 30 and 38 LED lights and offer a 30 DAY 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - no questions asked. LUMENTEK LED lights has been designed to clearly illuminate your aquarium and to maximize the health and beauty of its inhabitants – whether it is a fresh-water tank with or without plants – or a reef tank with beautiful coral and fish – or a sump or refugium to grow macro algae like chaetomorpha.
Generally a smaller aquarium is defined as one with dimensions less than 18 inches wide by 18 inches front to back - or less than 25 gallons. These numbers are approximate guidelines - you can certainly use our lights on larger aquariums. We are running a single Reef over a 29 gallon Bio-cube with amazing coral growth and illumination. And - of course - you can use more than one if you aquarium is bigger than this. Additionally, you can use our lights for spot coverage in larger aquariums - to illuminate a spot that your larger pendant lights might not reach - or to direct some light light to an ailing coral. They are great for lighting for lighting inside your stand - with the added benefit of providing ideal light for your sump or refugium. Each of the specific product pages on our website provides a general overview of each model - as well as the technical specifications.
.
We define the key lighting factors below - we should also define what the the word Par means in front of a number. Par (not PAR as explained below) is a term that simply means the number of 1/8 inch increments in the diameter of the light face. So a Par 30 LED (like our 7G model) - is 30 x 1/8th of an inch - or 3.75 inches in diameter at the face. And a Par 38 LED - (like all other LUMENTEK models) is 38 x 1/8th of an inch - or 4.75 inches in diameter at the face.
There are 5 key factors in choosing an LED light for an aquarium or refugium:
1. Brightness measured in Lux
2. Kelvin
3. Coverage
4. Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR)
5. Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b
1. Lux is used to measure the amount of light output in a given area. It enables us to measure the total quantity of visible light present and the intensity of the illumination on a surface. We use lux because it is an efficient measurement for determining what we see as the brightness of a beam of light. If the light output is focused on a small area, we see this as very bright light. If the light output is spread in a wide beam over a greater area, we experience this as a weaker light. This is why we use high quality optics to control the path of light, creating the desired beam pattern with a minimum loss of light.
2. Kelvin is the temperature or warmth of a light source. The higher the Kelvin number the more blue or “colder” in color and the lower a Kelvin number the more red or “warmer” a color is said to be. Sunlight is generally between 5500k and 6500k kelvin. LUMENTEK led lights have white leds in this range (6500k) which provide a natural sunlight look to your aquarium, and brighter white leds in the 10000k range to fully illuminate your aquarium
3. Coverage is the square inches a light will effectively illuminate. This is dependent on how high you mount your light above your aquarium – the higher you raise it the larger the area it will cover. You could then say that any small light will cover any area – this is true – however the higher you raise a light above your aquarium – the dimmer it will be on the bottom of the aquarium and the lower the PAR will be. LUMENTEK lights use 120-degree optics on 12 and 18 watt models. This provides a broader beam from each led to maximize the coverage area in your aquarium or refugium.
4. Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) is – very simply put – the amount of visible and useable light that any light source generates. This is generally a combination of brightness and the specific lighting range of the individual leds. In a very simple sense – certain wavelengths of light will grow plants or coral in your aquarium at a much higher rate than others. Visible light is in a very specific part of the electromagnetic spectrum – from 400 nanometers to 700 nanometers (a nanometer is one-billionth of an inch). The shorter wavelengths at about 400-450 nanometers – violet to blue to the human eye - are very desirable as their shorter wavelength enables them to more deeply penetrate the waters of a coral reef or a fresh water lake or river to reach and grow plants and coral through photosynthesis. In addition, this wavelength enhances chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b production. Mid-range light – around 500 nanometers or so - green to the human eye – is reflected back and thus does not enhance photosynthesis – but are included in the Reef Model to balance out the blue leds and provide a natural balanced look in your aquarium. The leds in the 650 – 700 nanometer range – red to the human eye – enhance chlorophyll a and b production and thus are included in the Reef Model.
Here is an example of PAR - in this case from the 18 Watt Reef Model:
5. Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b are pigments essential for photosynthesis. They serve two functions in photosystems. The majority of chlorophyll is used to absorb light and transfer it into energy to maximize the health and growth of your coral, freshwater plants, or macro algae like chaetomorpha in your refugium. Chlorophyll a is the principal photosynthetic pigment and chlorophyll b is an accessory pigment, however both are key to photosynthesis. Your LUMENTEK Par LEDis designed to maximize chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b production.
Below is an example of Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b production. You can see how the combination of 400-450 nanometer leds and 650-700 nanometer leds in your LUMENTEK light maximize these essential pigments.
Below is an example of Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b production. You can see how the combination of 400-450 nanometer leds and 650-700 nanometer leds in your LUMENTEK light maximize these essential pigments.
Of course other factors are important as well – such as quality of build and customer service. At Reef Radiance we pride ourselves on designing and building the very best in aquarium lighting at very reasonable prices.
If you want to see the specific values for any of of our PAR LED lights - click on any VIEW MODEL box below - or click on the model page under the NANO TANK AND REFUGIUM LEDS tab at the top of any page.
Lastly, I would like to say thank you for choosing a Reef Radiance product – as a hobbyist and business owner – I appreciate your faith in us.
Sincerely,
Rick Schott
Founder
Reef Radiance
If you want to see the specific values for any of of our PAR LED lights - click on any VIEW MODEL box below - or click on the model page under the NANO TANK AND REFUGIUM LEDS tab at the top of any page.
Lastly, I would like to say thank you for choosing a Reef Radiance product – as a hobbyist and business owner – I appreciate your faith in us.
Sincerely,
Rick Schott
Founder
Reef Radiance
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