Info on LED's

[ReefTank123]

Reeftank123, im new to this whole saltwater thing. Full spectrum sounds expensive. Lol. I just want some LED's that arent going to limit my choices on corals and fish. Lol

Yes, understood. Not a real big difference in price. In general, we hear that reefers prefer full spectrum (given the choice) and perceive differences in certain coral colors.
A variety of lighting has been shown over the years to "work", and there are now plenty of blue/white LED fixtures on the market.
See AI Sol vs. AI Vega for example. Don't buy blue/white now just to find out you like the look you get with full spectrum.

If you go full spectrum, then you need to decide just exactly what that means to you.
Try to get some near UV in the mix.

Also, consider the quality of light and the LED maker. CREE vs. Bridgelux, Epistar, etc. Makes a big difference IMO.
If you can, try to see them side-by-side.

[ReefTank123]

Full spectrum dimmable.
Look up evergrow lighting. D120 series
They are about $180 each. Will cover a 2'x2' section

If you go with a direct import, consider the costs of shipping if needed for repair, support, UL cert (check your property insurance policy), etc.
We have worked with over a dozen in Shenzhen. There are some good builders.

[Saltbandit]

Thanks everone. Went with tuna_bullets setup. Thanks tuna_bullet for all the info and help

[ReefTank123]

saltbandit I'm also +1 on the Chinese brand and that Tuna Bullet system is something to go see... between there and there LFS you can get a full opinion on light before making the dive. Go by and see Tuna Bullet you will not be disappoint. Again Tuna Bullet thanks for the start into my new lighting system.

Who and where is Tuna Bullet? TIA.

[Saltbandit]

Tuna bullet is on here look him up.

[VW REEFS]

Your welcome and it was nice to meet you and your wife....let me know if you need any help setting up....offer is always open for questions...and remember you have a vast # of very talented guys and gals on here to help you out.....

[JohnnyAirtime]

+1 on the 3W LED's, i just ordered a light with 99 3W cree LED's cant wait to blind myself!

You should have them by now.... no write up about them yet? We're waiting!

[sherrerb]

I have been writing a nice little thread for a few days at the house with pictures and explaining the new lights for a nice thread for anyone that wanted to get them. i will hopefully post it tonight. I have been real busy with work and the house lately and havent had time to finish it.

[OSU_BUCKEYE]

Chinese brands will do fine, I have a guy for LEDs, I just picked up 4 a150w kessils 10ks for 200 each.

[JohnnyAirtime]

I have been writing a nice little thread for a few days at the house with pictures and explaining the new lights for a nice thread for anyone that wanted to get them. i will hopefully post it tonight. I have been real busy with work and the house lately and havent had time to finish it.

Very cool... I'll watch for it.