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Hello!

I am looking for best budget options diode lamps. I will keep the simple LPS and soft corals. If the unit will have a minimum set of options, it would be great, but it is not required.

Also interesting are such variants (as in Aqua Medic Blenny).

Discusses options for only $ 50 cheaper.

I ask not to laugh out loud))

Thanks.

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You aren't going to find anything that will be worth a damn for $50. There may be some inexpensive options in T5HO or power compact, but LEDs that are reef ready aren't going to be had for that cheap.

 

To better guide you, we need an idea of what your tank size is. Please give length, width, and height dimensions.

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I am so sorry.

Tank size: 30*30*30))

 

You aren't going to find anything that will be worth a damn for $50. There may be some inexpensive options in T5HO or power compact, but LEDs that are reef ready aren't going to be had for that cheap.

good, though not necessarily diodes

 

So to speak. Want to understand what all are the options: diodes and compact.

 

I've seen a few times par 38. Can you briefly describe what this light and where you can buy (order)?

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For a tank that size, you would do really well with a PAR38.

 

A PAR38 lamp is a directional spotlight usually found in security lights. PAR stands for Parabolic Aluminized Reflector. Obviously, LED versions won't have any reflector, but it's designed to emulate the shape and function of the halogen versions. The number 38 means that the diameter is 38 eighths of an inch, or 4.75" (120.65mm). this is a very common way to label the diameter of the bulb. For example, T5 is 5/8" in diameter, T8 is 1" (8/8" effectively), and T12 is 1.5" (12/8").

 

Anyway, the LED versions just emulate the size, shape, and basic functionality, meaning that it is a spotlight by nature. There are many good options out there for PAR38. You will want to look for lamps that are labeled "full spectrum". By that I mean that is uses multiple colors of LEDs to provide good color rendering. LED colors should include neutral white, royal blue, blue, green/cyan, violet, and red. While there are a lot of options here in the US, I'm not sure what will be available in your part of the world. Try and avoid eBay options.

 

If you have any questions about what you are looking at online, post a link so that we can see if it would be a good option or not.

 

By the way, you won't find a good PAR38 for under $50 shipped. If you sets your sights a little higher to the $100 mark, you will have much better luck.

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Lighting is one area you don't want to skimp on. I'm with Evil on the PAR38 lamps being your best option. I'd like to further suggest you check the hardware classifieds if you're really looking to pinch every penny. However, if you are looking to pinch any penny, I'd advise against reefkeeping to begin with. It's not a cheap hobby.

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Where I can to buy par38? Get me please best options in nomination cost-quality on tanks length 30,60,100cm. And get me options for 30,60,100cm - minimal cost, but sufficient to maintain simple lps and soft corals.

I want to create aqiarium sets for all layers of people..

Expensive and high quality lighting fixtures, I know, but there are difficulties with the low cost and simple options.

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Where I can to buy par38? Get me please best options in nomination cost-quality on tanks length 30,60,100cm. And get me options for 30,60,100cm - minimal cost, but sufficient to maintain simple lps and soft corals.

I want to create aqiarium sets for all layers of people..

Expensive and high quality lighting fixtures, I know, but there are difficulties with the low cost and simple options.

 

Google or if you prefer safari.

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