I need new lights for my 240 g

[bump1]

My VHOs are in need of new ends and new bulbs. Half of my VHOs went out on my tank today. I have 8 bulbs and was thinking rather then fixing them up I might go with some LEDs.We saw these and was wondering if they are any good and if they would work alone or would I need some other lighting for it to look right.  My tank is a 8 foot by 24 by 25 and right now it is a LPS  tank but we will be getting back into the SPSs later on.MarsAqua Dimmable 165W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum Reef Coral SPS LPSIm thinking 4 to do the tank. I don't know the first thing about LEDs. I love the looks of VHO and MH togeather or alone. Are they good or is it a bad brand. Will I have to fool with them a lot . Any and all help would be awesome! 

 

[BrianC]

Did you see the big brother of these?https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B017GX73YY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503118649&sr=8-1&keywords=marsaqua+300w+led

 

[BrianC]

https://www.amazon.com/Current-USA-Marine-Aquarium-24-Inch/dp/B00GFTK7CQ/ref=cm_cd_al_qh_dp_t-not in love with them but, seem better than:https://www.amazon.com/Ledgle-Aquarium-Dimmable-Lighting-Spectrum/dp/B00OK8IDTS/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1503351383&sr=1-2&keywords=marine+aquarium+led+lighting&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A7043876011andhttps://www.amazon.com/Lightimetunnel-Dimmable-Aquarium-spectrum-Lighting/dp/B019QAZX9C/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8#Ask

 

[BrianC]

https://www.amazon.com/Lightimetunnel-Dimmable-Aquarium-spectrum-Lighting/dp/B019QAZX9C/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1503355084&sr=1-1&keywords=Lightimetunnel+165W+Dimmable+LED+Aquarium+Light+Full+spectrum+Hood+Lighting+for+LPS+SPS+Coral+Reef+Fish+TankAs far as I can tell these seem to be pretty much the same lights, same price, possibly with a light output???

 

[Steve]

 PM this member (Drex)  or contact on FB for what LED lights he is using... this member has incredible growth.

 

[integra3g]

RickyB also has very nice growth with the LED panels he has.  I know Chris ended up getting the same lights after seeing his tank!

 

[HM3105]

Mars Aqua has a pretty good track record however you will need more than 4 for a tank that size especially if you're going to be going the SPS route. SBreef lights is another option that are similar with a little more functionality and a pretty good following also.The Mars Aqua and SB LEDs, like most of the blackbox/Evergrow family are tightly clustered arrays which is fine however all of the light is very concentrated. While you can remove the optics, it doesn't change the way light and shadows work. With only 4 fixtures, you'll end up with some shadowing and maybe strange growth patterns. I have seen RickyB's tank and it is gorgeous. He uses LEDzeal (link below). He pretty much covered the entire tank in LED's, I think he has 3 or 4 fixtures running the length of his tank. LedZeal does sell the arrays they use so if you wanted to go a DIY route that's an option. Just remember, when you pick an LED (or any light) the source of the light is going to impact shading and shadows. Even though the specs say it'll cover a 24x24 area you're going to get shadowing on the side that isn't facing the light unless. The only way to overcome this at present is to add more lights so that you're getting even light across the tank.LEDZeal - http://www.ledzealusa.com/SBreef - https://sbreeflights.com/We also have two sponsors that are LED specific if you'd like to peruse their sites. I've used both and had good experiences. Steve's offers some some stock and custom LED options also. Rapid LED - http://www.rapidled.com/full-fixtures/Steve's LEDs - http://www.stevesleds.com/SPS-Grade-LED-Systems_c_106.html 

 

[BrianC]

Anyone have any thoughts on Orbit Pro LED lights? https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/orbit-marine-pro-led-fixture-18-24-gen-2-current-usa/

 

[HM3105]

Depends what you're using them for. Generally, for a lot of tanks those aren't going to be sufficient for most coral. They would maybe work for a nano tank.If you like that form factor, Steve's LED offers a kit that is similar. SB reef also offers some options in that size and range. 

 

[bump1]

Sorry it has taking me this long to get back here. Iv been running the roads again. Well we got two of them in.  Ill let u all know how it goes. If we don't like them they said we can get a refund so we will see. Sorry I didn't get to read all of this before. I was in a hurry and it got the better of me. I un boxed one of them and the light looked nice when on. When we get them on the tank ill let ya know if we like what we see. 

 

[bump1]

Thanks to everone for all of your help. It will be a while before i get the lights on the tank as I now have to set up a pony tank as well.ty again

 

[HM3105]

Make sure to post some pictures once you do!

 

[BrianC]

I got my lights today, I will take a pic so we can compare!

 

[bump1]

Hi BrianC   ty for the help. We did see them but we liked the small ones as we can daisy chain them together. The larger one wont let u do that and I can use the small ones on other tanks if I need to downsize one day. Ill post picks when I get them on the tank with the stand. We started the stand yesterday but got rained on so we shut down. It should be ready in a few days at most. LOL