WhiteWulfe Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 I think the hardest part (after saving up the cash, obviously) will be figuring out which natural top I want for the unit... Link to comment
Dramad1 Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Looking good! Price estimate? Link to comment
Sunstar Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 I think the hardest part (after saving up the cash, obviously) will be figuring out which natural top I want for the unit... Save up a little extra and get a couple choices. switch them out. Link to comment
RollaJase Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Dang Dave, that looks awesome. Had you had this 9 months ago I would have ordered one over doing a DIY. Will you be offering a fixture with two rows of 3 arrays in the future? Or sticking with linkable fixtures? Link to comment
DaveFason Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 You would need two of these. Exit wiring will be in the back like the current units. That looks great. I've been looking into new options for my CAD Lights Versa 70, 24" front to back is hard to get good coverage on. I think I would need to run 2 of these with the 12" front to back and just center them over each half of the tank. How are you planning the exit wiring? Thank you so much. That is one of my goals for every unit. Your products continue to become more and more aesthetically pleasing. I feel like your polished designs are passing up everyone else. Keep it up! They will be. The Nature series I have to use a thicker wood/veneer but the metal/acrylic lids are flush like the current units. Thanks! Now just make that top flush and boom. Super slick. ~795-$850 is my goal. Most people do not understand the work that goes into a large unit like this. The machine time is nuts but looks incredible. Looking good! Price estimate? No dice on the six arrays. Link them up! Dang Dave, that looks awesome. Had you had this 9 months ago I would have ordered one over doing a DIY. Will you be offering a fixture with two rows of 3 arrays in the future? Or sticking with linkable fixtures? If you are a T5 junky these units will really appeal to you. I am also going to offer a diffuser material for some that want less shimmer and more blending. Love the response so far! -Dave Link to comment
metrokat Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 I love your diffuser, I kind of miss that on my retro. The new unit looks amazing. Link to comment
Halo_003 Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 No dice on the six arrays. Link them up! On the 6 arrays, is that because it would require more voltage than a normal 48V PSU could supply? These really look amazing, great job on them. Link to comment
RollaJase Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 On the 6 arrays, is that because it would require more voltage than a normal 48V PSU could supply? These really look amazing, great job on them. I'm using 6 arrays on a single HLG PSU but I am required to run 2 channels of white and 2 channels of blue as to not overload the drivers. I'm guessing this is part of the reason behind Dave not going down this route. A new controller/driver board would be required and it would probably impact the end user experience in terms of ease of use. Link to comment
jedimasterben Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 On the 6 arrays, is that because it would require more voltage than a normal 48V PSU could supply? These really look amazing, great job on them. No, that would simply need more drivers, which is easy, likely it is limited by the size, the amount of time to CNC these out is incredible, bigger gets even more, and cost would rise pretty well too. Link to comment
DaveFason Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Machining this is a nightmare. As well adding a few extra drivers is a bit. Maybe something in the future but 18" units are not the most popular item. Who knows! On the 6 arrays, is that because it would require more voltage than a normal 48V PSU could supply? These really look amazing, great job on them. I'm using 6 arrays on a single HLG PSU but I am required to run 2 channels of white and 2 channels of blue as to not overload the drivers. I'm guessing this is part of the reason behind Dave not going down this route. A new controller/driver board would be required and it would probably impact the end user experience in terms of ease of use. Link to comment
WhiteWulfe Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Save up a little extra and get a couple choices. switch them out. I like the way you think. Link to comment
Sk8n Reefer Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 This looks like a great unit Dave, at first I thought "where's the T5's" but I see this as a stand alone LED unit and the compact size is appealing. Gotta say though- my hybrid is kicking *ss love the T5 bonus ? Link to comment
rolyat113 Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 By the time I'm able to get the 25 lagoon you should have this thing up and selling like hotcakes. I'll be in the market for a hotcake at that time... I hate you. This hobby is terrible. Link to comment
joines77 Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Dave, would this be overkill on my 25 lagoon or would it be ideal? Im saving for a duo right now. Link to comment
DaveFason Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Dave, would this be overkill on my 25 lagoon or would it be ideal? Im saving for a duo right now. I am putting one over mine In all honesty the Duo will be plenty for 99% of people. However if you are wanting to jam pack the tank with SPS this new guy will be perfect! Link to comment
Sunstar Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 They will be. The Nature series I have to use a thicker wood/veneer but the metal/acrylic lids are flush like the current units. Thanks! -Dave I was just feeling around the lid of my tide, and, yeah I had to stand up to see where the edge was because its pretty flush. I like the nature series. I should get more of the Seeker lids made - Skywarp, Thundercracker and my own - Sunstar. ALthough admittedly, the colour of the lamp body would not work with the other "wings" Link to comment
BillyW Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Yeah this is definitely sick...this would definitely be real nice on a cube! Love it! Link to comment
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