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Home » AQUARIUM SUPPLIES » Lighting » LED Lighting

LED Lighting



What type of LED lighting is right for your reef aquarium?

Regardless of the brand, quality or claims made by many light manufacturers (including Kessil, Radion, AI etc.) it is difficult to properly light areas larger than 12" x 12" to 12" x 18" with a single modular or pendant light fixture. When using these lights it is always better to use two or more lights to get proper coverage. Even then you may have difficulties lighting the front and back of your reef aquarium adequately, especially if you have corals placed higher up at the back of the aquarium. You will likely have to raise the lights a foot or more above the aquarium causing annoying stray light in the room. These lights are bright, they just have too small of a footprint.

Think of a small light source to be equivalent to the sun. Even though the sun is massive, bright, and emits light in all directions equally it will always cast shadows unless it is directly overhead. In an aquarium the light is only directly over an area the size of the actual fixture. Therefore any corals (especially branching types) tend to only receive light from one direction/side unless they are directly under the light fixture. A light meter may detect good amounts of light when the meter is facing directly towards the light in an empty aquarium, but as soon as the meter is tilted several degrees or the aquascape and coral casts shadows you will find greatly reduced light levels. Using multiple fixtures, or better yet, using fixtures with larger footprints is the best solution to this problem.

What do we base this statement on?
Lots of testing and experimenting! We keep and propagate over 150 varieties of coral in our farm system. Our system includes a 150cm x 150cm shallow grow out tank that allows us to experiment with many types of lighting.

The aquarium pictured below is the side view of a 93 gallon cube aquarium owned by the president of Pets and Ponds, who began keeping and even propagating coral in 1990. It is lit with 6, well spread T5 lights as well as a single 150 watt metal halide, for the light hungry corals at the back. A few 400-450nm LED spot lights were added to get a little extra "glow" out of some of the corals, nothing works better than LEDs for this. Even though he had numerous LED options to choose from he did not use LEDs in order to minimize the drastic shadows and "hot spots" produced by using the popular, small footprint fixtures. However, had larger LED fixtures been available when he set this aquarium up he would have chosen them due to the large footprint and even spread of light they produce.





Adjustable LED Light Bracket for AI, Kessil, Ecotech etc.
Adjustable LED Light Bracket for AI, Kessil, Ecotech etc.
A cost effective light bracket suitable for Ecotech XR30/50, AI Prime, Kessil...
$CAD 74.99
Coral Box Moon LED Light - Version 3 - 59 Watts
Coral Box Moon LED Light - Version 3 - 59 Watts
The reviews are out and they all approve of this incredible, feature...
$CAD 249.99
AS Satellite Series Controllable LED TunaBlue - 15,000K - 70 Watt
AS Satellite Series Controllable LED TunaBlue - 15,000K - 70 Watt
The new Satellite Series LED features COB LED with multichip and the...
$CAD 269.99
AS Satellite Series LED Contoller
AS Satellite Series LED Contoller
Simply plug into your AS Satellite Series LED with the included USB...
$CAD 39.99
Marpros LED Marine Aquarium Light - 30 watt
Marpros LED Marine Aquarium Light - 30 watt
Perfect for smaller saltwater and reef aquariums. Featuring Genuine CREE Led...
$CAD 129.99
Ecotech Marine Radion XR30 Blue G5
Ecotech Marine Radion XR30 Blue G5
Color from the G5 is impressive. Blue or Pro, XR15, or XR30...
$CAD 1,199.99
Ecotech Marine Radion XR30 Pro G5
Ecotech Marine Radion XR30 Pro G5
Color from the G5 is impressive. Blue or Pro, XR15, or XR30...
$CAD 1,199.99
Ecotech Radion Mounting System - RMS Radion XR30
Ecotech Radion Mounting System - RMS Radion XR30
The new RMS (Radion Mounting System) XR30 Tank Mount Kit provides a...
$CAD 155.95
Ecotech Radion XR15 G5 FW (Fresh Water)
Ecotech Radion XR15 G5 FW (Fresh Water)
The Radion XR15 FW Promotes beauty and health.
Full spectrum
Output optimized...
$CAD 639.99
Reef Eye Aquarium Blue LED Flashlight
Reef Eye Aquarium Blue LED Flashlight
Powerful LED Flashlight featuring high-quality actinic blue CREE LED.
...
$CAD 12.99
Jecod (Jebao) AK-70 Watt LED Light - Mounting Bracket Included
Jecod (Jebao) AK-70 Watt LED Light - Mounting Bracket Included
The JECOD JEBAO AK-70 is a 70W high power LED spotlight with...
$CAD 219.99
ZJL80 Freshwater and Plant LED - 28.75
ZJL80 Freshwater and Plant LED - 28.75" to 36.4" - 18 Watts of LED (Item Currently Unavailable)
Perhaps the best value in a Freshwater & Plant LED system. ...
$CAD 87.99
NemoLight <B>Saltwater</B> LED Fixture With Controller - 21
NemoLight Saltwater LED Fixture With Controller - 21" - 36" - 36 Watts
NemoLight LED Fixtures offer the perfect balance of features, beauty and power....
$CAD 179.99 - $CAD 149.99
NemoLight 2 <B>Saltwater</B> LED Fixture With Controller - 25
NemoLight 2 Saltwater LED Fixture With Controller - 25" - 38" - 72 Watts
NemoLight 2 LED Fixtures offer the perfect balance of features, beauty and...
$CAD 279.99 - $CAD 249.99
NemoLight Hanging Kit
NemoLight Hanging Kit
Adjustable, tiltable hanging kit for NemoLight LED fixtures.
$CAD 19.99
NemoLight <B>Freshwater</B> LED Fixture With Controller - 21
NemoLight Freshwater LED Fixture With Controller - 21" - 36" - 36 Watts
NemoLight LED Fixtures offer the perfect balance of features, beauty and power....
$CAD 179.99 - $CAD 149.99
Digital Nano Aquarium LED Light - 10 Watt
Digital Nano Aquarium LED Light - 10 Watt
This light is ideal for freshwater or saltwater rimless aquariums. ...
$CAD 54.99
JBJ 36 Inch Orion SL-140 LED Light Fixture - 140 Watt
JBJ 36 Inch Orion SL-140 LED Light Fixture - 140 Watt
The NEW Orion SL-Series LED light fixture provides a sleek, contemporary look...
$CAD 569.99 - $CAD 449.99
JBJ 48 Inch Orion SL-165 LED Light Fixture - 165 Watt
JBJ 48 Inch Orion SL-165 LED Light Fixture - 165 Watt
The NEW Orion SL-Series LED light fixture provides a sleek, contemporary look...
$CAD 699.99 - $CAD 579.99
JBJ Pacifica LED Light Fixture - 108 watts
JBJ Pacifica LED Light Fixture - 108 watts
JBJ offers the PACIFICA LED PAD in an extreme cool white [12,000K]...
$CAD 549.99 - $CAD 399.99
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 24-36
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 24-36" - 18 watt
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Aquasky allows...
$CAD 139.99
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 36-48
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 36-48" - 27 watt
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Aquasky allows...
$CAD 159.99
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 48-60
Fluval Aquasky 2.0 Bluetooth LED 48-60" - 35 watt
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Aquasky allows...
$CAD 189.99
Fluval Aquasky LED with Bluetooth - 12 W - 38-61 cm (15-24 in)
Fluval Aquasky LED with Bluetooth - 12 W - 38-61 cm (15-24 in)
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Fluval Aquasky...
$CAD 119.99
Fluval Plant Nano LED with Bluetooth - 15 Watt
Fluval Plant Nano LED with Bluetooth - 15 Watt
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Fluval Plant...
$CAD 119.99
Fluval Suspension Kit for Plant Spectrum & Marine Spectrum LED Lights (Fits 3.0 Models)
Fluval Suspension Kit for Plant Spectrum & Marine Spectrum LED Lights (Fits 3.0 Models)
Includes two 55″ cables with adjustable cable holds mounting nuts and clips...
$CAD 15.99
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 122 cm - 145 cm (48 in - 60 in) - 59 Watts
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 122 cm - 145 cm (48 in - 60 in) - 59 Watts
Download the Fluval App on your smart phone and control the light...
$CAD 289.99
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 38 cm - 61 cm (15 in - 24 in) - 22 Watts
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 38 cm - 61 cm (15 in - 24 in) - 22 Watts
Download the Fluval App on your smart phone and control the light...
$CAD 179.99
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 61 cm - 85 cm (24 in - 34 in) - 32 Watts
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 61 cm - 85 cm (24 in - 34 in) - 32 Watts
Download the Fluval App on your smart phone and control the light...
$CAD 199.99
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 91 cm - 122 cm (36 in - 48 in) - 46 Watts
Version 3.0 Bluetooth - Fluval Freshwater & Plant Full Spectrum Performance LED Strip Light, 91 cm - 122 cm (36 in - 48 in) - 46 Watts
Download the Fluval App on your smart phone and control the light...
$CAD 239.99
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 24-34
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 24-34" - 32 Watts
Maintain a thriving saltwater aquarium with the Fluval Sea Marine & Reef...
$CAD 219.99
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 36-48
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 36-48" - 46 Watts
Maintain a thriving saltwater aquarium with the Fluval Sea Marine & Reef...
$CAD 259.99
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 38 cm - 61 cm (15 in - 24 in) 22 Watts
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 38 cm - 61 cm (15 in - 24 in) 22 Watts
Maintain a thriving saltwater aquarium with the Fluval Sea Marine & Reef...
$CAD 199.99
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 48-60
Fluval Sea Marine & Reef 3.0 Bluetooth LED Light Fixture 48-60" - 59 Watts
Maintain a thriving saltwater aquarium with the Fluval Sea Marine & Reef...
$CAD 299.99
Fluval Sea Marine Nano (5
Fluval Sea Marine Nano (5" x 5") Bluetooth LED - 20 Watts
Operated exclusively via the FluvalSmart App on your mobile device, Marine Nano...
$CAD 129.99
Aqueon OptiBright PLUS LED Light - 18
Aqueon OptiBright PLUS LED Light - 18" - 24"
The slim, low-profile Aqueon OptiBright Plus LED Fixture, 18-24", features LED lighting...
$CAD 109.99
Aquanight A029 27 Watt Nano LED Fixture
Aquanight A029 27 Watt Nano LED Fixture
A great light for marine and reef aquariums up to 15 gallons....
$CAD 119.99
Deep Blue Solar Flare Micro 3 Watt Led - Black Light  400nm
Deep Blue Solar Flare Micro 3 Watt Led - Black Light 400nm
We use these on our Nano Reef....
$CAD 21.99
Kessil 90 Degree Adapter for A Series Gooseneck Mount
Kessil 90 Degree Adapter for A Series Gooseneck Mount
The Adapter is designed to be used with the A Series Gooseneck...
$CAD 24.99
Kessil A80 Tuna Blue Nano LED Light - 15 watt
Kessil A80 Tuna Blue Nano LED Light - 15 watt
The new innovative design of the A80 integrated the heatsink for the...
$CAD 174.99
Kessil A80 Tuna Sun Nano LED Light - 15 watt
Kessil A80 Tuna Sun Nano LED Light - 15 watt
The new innovative design of the A80 integrated the heatsink for the...
$CAD 174.99
Kessil AP700 Extension Mount
Kessil AP700 Extension Mount
The Extension Mount is designed to be used with the Mounting Arm...
$CAD 71.99
Kessil AP700 Hanging Kit
Kessil AP700 Hanging Kit
The AP700 Hanging Kit allows the AP700 to be hung from your...
$CAD 51.99
Kessil Canopy Mount for AP700 LED Aquarium Light
Kessil Canopy Mount for AP700 LED Aquarium Light
The AP700 Canopy Kit allows the Kessil AP700 LED Aquarium light to...
$CAD 49.99
Kessil Control Cable Type 1
Kessil Control Cable Type 1
Use the Kessil A360/A160 Neptune Apex Control Cable to connect your Kessil...
$CAD 24.95
Kessil H80 Tuna Flora
Kessil H80 Tuna Flora
Innovative heat dissipation allows for fanless, low maintenance, shell-shaped design. Advanced optics...
$CAD 174.95
Kessil LED Light Pendant Gooseneck Clamp/Mount for A150, A160, 160WE, A350, and A360
Kessil LED Light Pendant Gooseneck Clamp/Mount for A150, A160, 160WE, A350, and A360
Kessil`s A150W / A160/ A350 / A350W /A360 / A360W Gooseneck is...
$CAD 44.99
Kessil Mini A Series Gooseneck
Kessil Mini A Series Gooseneck
Mini A-Series Gooseneck Mount for Kessil A80 LED fixtures.

It is...
$CAD 34.99
Kessil X Series 90 Degree K Link Cable 10'
Kessil X Series 90 Degree K Link Cable 10'
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$CAD 33.75
Finnex Refugium Plus LED Light Fixture 12-16 Inch - 20 Watt
Finnex Refugium Plus LED Light Fixture 12-16 Inch - 20 Watt
Contemporary design and ultra slim, the FugeRay Refugium Plus LED Light Fixture...
$CAD 145.99
Tunze Eco Chic Refugium LED (Item Currently Unavailable)
Tunze Eco Chic Refugium LED (Item Currently Unavailable)
TUNZE® LED eco chic refugium 8831 for algae cultivation in marine refuges...
$CAD 111.99
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD Reef LED Fixture - Black
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD Reef LED Fixture - Black
All AI devices include smart control standards. Use the myAI app on...
$CAD 319.99
Aqua Illumination Prime Flex Arm Mount - 18
Aqua Illumination Prime Flex Arm Mount - 18"
The Aqua Illumination Prime Flex Arm was designed to exclusively work with...
$CAD 38.95
Aqua Illumination Prime Hanging Kit - Black
Aqua Illumination Prime Hanging Kit - Black
The Prime Hanging Kit from AI is an elegant way to suspend...
$CAD 25.95
Aqua Illumination Prime Tank Mount - Black (Item Currently Unavailable)
Aqua Illumination Prime Tank Mount - Black (Item Currently Unavailable)
Easily mount your AI Prime® on your rimmed or rimless tank with...
$CAD 38.95
Aqua Illumination <B>FRESH WATER</B> Prime 16HD LED Fixture - Black (Item Currently Unavailable)
Aqua Illumination FRESH WATER Prime 16HD LED Fixture - Black (Item Currently Unavailable)
Capable of producing a limitless spectral combination to fit your tank's requirements....
$CAD 319.99
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD Fuge Refugium LED Light Fixture
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD Fuge Refugium LED Light Fixture
Grow Algae Faster Than Ever!

Optimized for algae growth in saltwater...
$CAD 319.99
Aluminum Docking Legs for TrueLumen Pro Led Strips
Aluminum Docking Legs for TrueLumen Pro Led Strips
1 Pair of docking legs for Current USA TrueLumen LED Strips
$CAD 12.99
Aqueon Day White LED Lamp -  36
Aqueon Day White LED Lamp - 36" - 5 Watts *Additional shipping may apply - see item Details below
A plug and play add-on to the Aqueon 30" Modular LED Fixture...
$CAD 25.99
Innovative Marine AUQA Gadget Chaetomax 2-in-1 9W Refugium LED
Innovative Marine AUQA Gadget Chaetomax 2-in-1 9W Refugium LED
Refugium LED has taken the proven technology behind indoor horticulture and crafted...
$CAD 99.99
24 Volt, 60 Watt Transformer for True Lumen, 24
24 Volt, 60 Watt Transformer for True Lumen, 24"-48" Strips, Panorama Pro or Stunner LED Lights
This transformer is required for powering TrueLumen 24"-48" LED Strips, 17 watt...
$CAD 39.99
Ecoxotic EcoPico LED Strip, 12K White & 453nm Blue
Ecoxotic EcoPico LED Strip, 12K White & 453nm Blue
This 1 watt LED strip can be used as an additional light...
$CAD 26.99
Marina LED Fixture with White Bulb
Marina LED Fixture with White Bulb
...
$CAD 7.99