<![CDATA[New Products from Aquarium Specialty Store]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/rss/catalog/new/store_id/1/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000 Zend_Feed en_US http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss <![CDATA[Zoo Med Ocean Sun T5 HO Lamps]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/zoo-med-ocean-sun-t5-ho-lamps

New T5 lights provide more light output than T8s!

  • 10,000K High Intensity T5 HO lamp with strong emissions in the blue spectrum-simulating deeper ocean environments.
  • Ideal for all marine aquariums, reef aquariums and fresh water aquariums where a deep water effect is desired.
  • Higher lumen output compared to ordinary T8 or T12 lamps.
  • Distributes the light evenly accross the water surface.
  • Generates less heat as compared to metal halide lamps.
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    <![CDATA[Avast Marine CS2 Black Pearl Recirculating Cone Skimmer]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/avast-marine-cs2-black-pearl-recirculating-cone-skimmer

    The smoked acrylic cone body doesn't just look sweet, it's functional too.  If your skimmer is in a lighted room or in a sump with a refugium light, you know how much algae grows in the skimmer body.  The dark acrylic blocks enough light to slow algae growth, but still allows you to see bubbles and foam level.  The clear neck allows precise adjustment.

    The pump is an industry workhorse Sicce PSK-1000, customized by us with a venturi tuned to draw around 1100 lph (~40 scfh) of air at 26 watts.  We use an 8" body tapering to 4" neck diameter with this air draw, which is well balanced and creates a stable, non-turbulent foam head.  The pump is connected with a pair of unions and arranged below and offset from the skimmer body, making access easy during maintenance.
     
    Heavy duty construction all around, including 3/8" (9.5mm) thick acrylic flat parts and all cast acrylic tubing make this skimmer one that will last.  Our Swabbie neck cleaner is recommended for peak performance, but the Black Pearl is available without in case you already have one.  The optional Davy Jones' Skimmate Locker is shown in the picture, and the collection cup includes a large 1/2" union barb drain fitting to make hookup to the locker quick and easy.


    Technical Details:
    Tank Rating: Up to 250 gallons (1000L), heavily stocked.
    Footprint: 16"x11" (406x280mm)
    Height: 25" (635mm), with Swabbie 28.75" (730mm)
    Diameter at Base 8" (200mm)
    Neck diameter: 4" (100mm)
    Collection Cup Diameter: 8" (200mm) 
    Collection Cup removal & clearance: press-fit o-ring, requires 3/4" (19mm) to remove.
    Sicce PSK1000 performance: 40 scfh (1100 lph) @ 26w
    For in sump or external use; requires approx. 200-400 gph (750-1500 lph) feed pump. 
    Warranty: 1 year.

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    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Neptune Energy Bar 4 ]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/neptune-energy-bar-4

    4 independently controllable 120V Outlets (3 outlets @ 8 Amps, 1outlet @ 12 Amps, total current must be less than 15 Amps)

    Plug and Play

    Built-in 4 Port hub so that accessories can be easily added

    Active electrical current monitoring and logging

    Fail-safe features. On communication failures outlets revert to user settable default settings

    High reliability direct wired connection to the Apex System (does not use X10)

    All four of the outlets use mechanical relays for switching

    Up to 240 EB4s can be daisy chained together for up to 960 switched outlets

    Built-in circuit breaker Protected

    4 Mounting Holes for easy installation

    Compact custom aluminum enclosure (7.5" x 3.75" x 1.8")

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    <![CDATA[Zoo Med Flora Sun T5 HO Lamps]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/zoo-med-flora-sun-t5-ho-lamps

    Flora Sun

    These new T5 lights provide more light output than T8s!

  • 5,000K High Intensity lamp to maximize the growth of live aquarium plants.
  • Ideal for planted aquariums or terrariums.
  • Long Lasting: Effective for up to 10,000 hours.
  • Combine with Zoo Meds UltraSun for maximum full color viewing pleasure of your fish and plants.
  • Distributes the light evenly accross the water surface.
  • Generates less heat as compared to metal halide lamps.
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    <![CDATA[Zoo Med Coral Sun T5 HO Lamps]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/zoo-med-coral-sun-t5-ho-lamps

    These new T5 lights provide more light output than T8s!

  • Actinic 420 promotes the growth of zooxanthellae algae, essential for the growth and well-being of all live corals and invertebrates.
  • Combine with Zoo Meds OceanSun for a more subdued "deepwater" tank effect.
  • Combine with Zoo Meds UltraSun for optimum viewing pleasure of live fish and corals.
  • Distributes the light evenly accross the water surface.
  • Generates less heat as compared to metal halide lamps.
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    <![CDATA[Zoo Med Ultra Sun T5 HO Lamps]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/zoo-med-ultra-sun-t5-ho-lamps

    New T5 lights provide more light output than T8s!

  • 6,500K High Intensity super daylight lamp brings out the full colors of your fish, plants, corals and invertebrates.
  • Ideal for all marine aquariums, reef tanks and fresh water aquariums where maxium daylight simulation is required.
  • Combine with Zoo Meds FloraSun for maximum plant growth.
  • Combine with Zoo Meds CoralSun for all live coral invertebrate reef tanks.
  • Distributes the light evenly accross the water surface.
  • Generates less heat as compared to metal halide lamps.
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    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[New Era Marine Medium Pellets 1.8kg 6mm]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/new-era-marine-medium-pellets-1-8kg Over 20 years experience in ornamental aquaculture and water processing has enabled New Era Aquaculture to formulate a first for the aquarium industry. New Era Aquaculture have harnessed the nutritional benefits of its highly successful marine flakes and transferred it into a revolutionary new pellet Tailored to meet the nutritional demands of coral reef fishes, this diet maintains vibrant color and supports health and vigour.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000 <![CDATA[New Era Marine Large Pellets 1.8kg 15mm]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/new-era-marine-large-pellets-1-8kg Over 20 years experience in ornamental aquaculture and water processing has enabled New Era Aquaculture to formulate a first for the aquarium industry. New Era Aquaculture have harnessed the nutritional benefits of its highly successful marine flakes and transferred it into a revolutionary new pellet Tailored to meet the nutritional demands of coral reef fishes, this diet maintains vibrant color and supports health and vigour.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000 <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156 LED Light Fixture]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156-led-light-fixture

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.
    90 degree lenses for increased depth penetration up to 40"

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650

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    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156B+UV LED Light Fixture]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156b-uv-led-light-fixture

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.
    90 degree lenses for increased depth penetration up to 40"

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650

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    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156XP LED Light Fixture Wide Black]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156xp-led-light-fixture

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.
    90 degree lenses for increased depth penetration up to 40"

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

     

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650

     

    ]]>
    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Ecotech Marine Vortech MP60WES Propeller Pump]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/ecotech-marine-vortech-mp60wes-propeller-pump

    With the smallest in-tank footprint capable of pushing 7,500/gph, the MP60w ES is ideal for larger tanks. The MP60′s unmatched flow and multi-pump wireless communication out of the box makes it the best value for large tanks. The MP60w ES utilizes EcoTech Marine’s market-leading EcoSmart controller, for maximum controllability within the tank.

    Operational Modes

    Constant Speed Mode - Pump runs continuously at a constant speed which can be set by the user.

    EcoSmart Nutrient Transport Mode (NTM) - A two phase program to promote maximum health and nutrient export, as well as increased growth for corals. Alternates between a resonant standing wave and a surge effect to stir up and export nutrients.

    EcoSmart Tidal Swell Mode (TSM) - Creates a harmonic balance in your aquarium reminiscent of the changing flow conditions that would be found in nature. Flow varies from left to right, right to left, calm, and ends with a great surge.

    Reef Crest Random Mode - Reef Crest Random Mode simulates the high-energy conditions of a natural reef crest environment.

    Lagoonal Random Mode - Simulates the gentler reef zone found in a natural lagoon.

    Short Pulse Mode - Allows for wave pulse timings between 0.3 and two seconds, enabling the creation of FAST alternating flow throughout the tank. Use this mode to create a resonant standing wave.

    Long Pulse Mode - Allows for wave pulse timings of between two seconds and 60 seconds, enabling the creation of slow alternating flow throughout the tank.

    Feed Mode - Slows down pump to allow user to feed aquarium. User can select the duration and speed for Feed Mode.

    Night Mode - Automatically reduce speed and operates continuously at that speed for a period of time during the night. User can select the duration and speed for Night Mode.

    Battery Backup Mode - When used with our battery backup accessory, the VorTech pump will switch to Battery Backup Mode in the event of a power outage and will operate at a user set speed. The LED’s on your EcoSmart driver will count down to indicate how much power is available within the battery.

    Auto-Dim - LED’s are turned off and display knob dimmed significantly, but pump functions in its current mode. User can program how long after use before the driver enters Auto-Dim.

    On/Off Switch - Tap the on/off switch to turn off and turn on a pump. Hold this button to turn off all pumps in a master/slave group. Tap any pump in the groups’ on/off switch and that pump will turn back on.
    Specifications

    Flow: 2,500 – 5,500 GPH
    Wattage: 10 – 60 watts
    Maximum Tank Thickness: 1″ (range 3/8″ – 1″)
    Appropriate Tank Size Range: 120 to 1000+ gallons
    Dimensions: Wet Side- 4″ diameter by 3” long.
    Dry Side – 4″ diameter by 2.8″ long.
    Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3.3″

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    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156W LED Light Fixture]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156w-led-light-fixture

    Heat Output We all know 250w and 400w metal halides product a rediculous amount of heat - rid yourself of this headache today. Our PR-156 will pay itself off inside of three years on electrical savings alone - not including chiller costs and bulb costs!

    Orphek Power Reef aquarium led lighting system uses an advanced built in dissipation heat device - a heatsink with two virtually silent redundant cooling fans with a plurality of cavities, totally sealed, suitable for heat dissipation, specially designed to avoid the use of ventilators, and to protect the LEDS, extending the life of the system. The PR-156 doesn't even get hot to the touch!

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.

    Wide Angle 120 degree lenses for broader illumination in tanks under 28" deep

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650
    ]]>
    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156WB+UV LED Light Fixture]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156wb-uv-led-light-fixture

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.
    90 degree lenses for increased depth penetration up to 40"

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650

    ]]>
    Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:33 +0000
    <![CDATA[Orphek 24" Power Reef PR-156XP LED Light Fixture Black]]> http://www.aquariumspecialty.com/orphek-24-power-reef-pr-156xp-led-light-fixture-10359

    Orphek is CE RoSH certificated and it has a unique design, specially designed for coral reef growth in aquarium. It works quietly and it is environmental friendly. It doesn't make the temperature of the aquarium go up, so there is no need heat-removal equipment - no costly chiller needed!

    The Orphek Difference

    Apples to apples comparison doesn't work with our product when compared to other LED products, and here's why:

    We use our own diode, developed after two years of research that is spectrally superior, more efficient, and emits a greater percentage of light as photosynthetically useable radiation than do the Cree or Luxeon diodes offered by other LED fixtures.  We then outfit the diodes with a lens from an advanced optical company that greatly reduces water surface refraction and reflection so that more light makes it to your coral. We use only high quality and precision power supplies, drivers, PCBs, and components, as well as gold plated connectors and electronics that are completely water sealed.  The best part is that every part is produced and supervised in-house: no cheaply made, mass produced electronics whatsoever!  No other manufacturer or fixture offers these benefits, and our PR-156 is the only LED solution that is truly a replacement for hot and expensive 400w metal halide lighting. 

    If you take apart any other LED unit on the market today, you can see that after 2-4 years many units on the market will most likely begin to corrode; and you can see that all use mass produced, inferior PCBs, drivers, electronics, etc that will lose efficiency quickly, often 30% in the first 2-4 years.  If you take apart one of our units, you will see the sealing, the gold plated connectors, superior PCBs, a full length active cooled heatsink, and under-driven LEDs for a vastly increased lifespan (10-15 years) at near 100% output.

    Quite frankly, we make the highest quality LED aquarium lights money can buy, so why settle for less?

    Orphek uses two high quality digital timers with battery backup. One timer controls the main lights, and, one timer controls the moonlights. Each timer has 16 memory programs. This way, our clients using more than one Orphek Light Solution can simulate sunrise and sunset.
    90 degree lenses for increased depth penetration up to 40"

    Specifications:
    Input voltage AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
    Power Consumption: 120w
    LED Qty:60pcs combines ~76% of White LEDS and ~23% of Blue LEDs,
    Color: White Led 16.000k, 160lm, CRI 88
    Wavelength: Blue 450nm - 460nm,
    (8000 lumens total) ~18,000 LUX
    LED Electrical Parameters:P=2w I=500mA
    Working environmental temperature - 20 to +50 c degree
    Equal to MH/HPS light 250w-400w

    Dimensions:
    Length: 607mm x Width:157mm x Height: 50mm,
    Length 24 inch x Width 6.1 inch x Height 2.0 inch

    Total package weight:~10KG,~22lb
    Hang on kit (fixture) included.
    Two built in timers included.

    Power supply is also ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO14001:2004 certified, UL certified, and CE certified. Safety approvals with ROHS, as the base standards to ensure high reliability, high efficiency (95%), high power factor (99%)

     

  • PAR Test, as measured on Apogee's MQ-200 PAR meter by Captive Aquatics Blog

  • 24x12" area:
    48": average of 275, peak of 380
    36": average of 350, peak of 450
    24": average of 600, peak of 650

     

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    The "Hammerhead Float", "Tiger Shark Float", and "Piranha Float" are a revolutionary development in aquarium algae cleaning magnets. The inner cleaning assembly is made of high quality injected molded durable ABS plastic, which, when disengaged from the outer assembly, floats to the top your aquarium.

    Glass Aquariums: 30, 45, 50, 55, 75, 90 and 125 gallons

    Acrylic Aquariums: 36" long and 20" high.

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