How To Choose The Perfect Aquarium Lighting For Your Planted Aquarium?

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  • @klebberbrazilian.theprofessor
    @klebberbrazilian.theprofessor Год назад +1

    I hope one day I could visit Green Aqua and personally thanks Balázs, Tamás, Viktor, Atilla and all the Green Aqua staff for the positive impact this channel (and aquascaping) has been making in my life since 2020.
    Cheers from this brazillian supporter of yours (Professor Klebber).

  • @muhammadhafizsafwanjamalud9303
    @muhammadhafizsafwanjamalud9303 3 года назад +19

    hi tommy, for chihiros there is an option on the light intensity right? so how many percent recommended/suitable light intesity with 6500k temperature should i set or maintain daily. tq

    • @itsctmh
      @itsctmh 3 года назад +3

      100% Red
      60% Green
      90% Blue
      You can check out my Instagram to see the effect it has on my Iwagumi tank as compared to the default setting used in my setup video on my RUclips channel.

  • @sudiptapaul671
    @sudiptapaul671 3 года назад +17

    What would be a balanced colour setting for the chihiros wrgb?

    • @HE-162
      @HE-162 3 года назад +1

      X2

    • @itsctmh
      @itsctmh 3 года назад +5

      100% Red
      60% Green
      90% Blue
      You can check out my Instagram to see the effect it has on my Iwagumi tank as compared to the default setting used in my setup video on my RUclips channel.

    • @benjaminliker5874
      @benjaminliker5874 3 года назад +1

      I prefer 100% red 45% green 55% blue. The green is pretty strong so it's a balancing act.

    • @TypicalMT
      @TypicalMT 3 года назад

      I do red 100% blue 0% warm/cool/pure white 75%

    • @enhncr
      @enhncr 3 года назад

      I prefer their bauce settings or whatever they call it. My plants love it too:) I run it for 12h :)

  • @jdcaquaria3290
    @jdcaquaria3290 3 года назад +4

    A few weeks ago I bought two twinstar B line 30 lights for my Fluval 57L aquarium. I didn't want to spend a huge amount of money as it is my first scape,but I knew the light I was using before wasn't really good. Good soil, good fertilizer, good flow and CO2 on a good level but still not really good growth. But now after a few weeks of new lightning the aquarium exploded with growth and the plants pairl like crazy. 1 light wasn't enough but a pair of them does it really well and is still cheap compared to other lights.

  • @iwapsaputra8007
    @iwapsaputra8007 3 года назад +4

    Thanks for the nice video! For home tanks, do we need to cover the aquarium when the light is already off, but the light in my house is still on? And also when it's already morning when I open the curtain at home. Thanks!

  • @carlobena8636
    @carlobena8636 3 года назад +2

    Just want to say that this is really a helpful video especially for people like me who thinks "as long as its bright, it should be fine". It gives good insights on how to choose a light without going really microscopic on the topic.
    I dont get why other people cry in the comments because a certain topic about the lights are not discussed elaborately knowing that there are a lot of details and intricacies to this. A good recommendation for a more specific topic for a future video is good, but some of the comments here are plain rude. I mean dont expect that all questions about aquarium lights can be answered in one video. Thats not possible.
    Keep it up Green Aqua!

  • @luiswicho5301
    @luiswicho5301 3 года назад +3

    The best explanation I've ever heard. Thanks a lot for this. Now, I know which level is my lights. I have a Twinstar C II Line and ONF Flat Nano. Those are entry level lights, but I'm very happy and plants grow well. Cheers pal. Looking forward to the next episode.

  • @i.bilen56
    @i.bilen56 Год назад +2

    Çok açıklayıcı ve gercekten çok değerli bilgi dolu bir sunum olmuş bunun için çok teşekkür ederim.
    Ve ayrıca altyazı seçeneğine tüm dilleri ekleme inceliğinde bulunduğunuz içinde çok teşekkür ederim 👏👍

  • @Chelovek_100
    @Chelovek_100 10 месяцев назад

    Здравствуйте. Только сейчас посмотрел это видео. Спасибо Вам большое за то что Вы делитесь своим опытом!!! Это действительно очень круто!!! Удачи Вам 👍👍👍

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 3 года назад +3

    Tommy the magician🤣💡
    Lighting is always an interesting subject! Right now, I'm using very budget and cost-effective lighting. They work okay on my low tech simple planted tanks!!
    I'm striving for a high-tech "Green Aqua" tank someday😁 and the ability to grow some more specialized and carpeting plants!!👍💚 Great points to consider!! Thank you for explaining lumens and LEDs. The ones I use right now, I get off of Amazon they run 1700 lumens and 6500 Kelvin they do have adjustable red, blue and white lights. But they're very cheap and I know they're not going to last long!!
    Thanks for taking the time to explain all the individual lights and their features and who manufactures them!! The ADA and Twin Star lights are some I've been considering 👍
    Great video and great information Tommy!! Thank you again for sharing with us!! I hope you guys have a very blessed and beautiful day! 👍🌿🐟🌿💚

  • @righez220388
    @righez220388 3 года назад +11

    thanks guys for this! Could you please address how to properly adjust the co2 levels in relation to the light power in one of your next video?thanks again.

  • @Sinserg
    @Sinserg 3 года назад +6

    The aquarium lighting systems have evolved a lot, most of the lights that you presented are unfortunately not available in my country, BUT a couple of the really high end are available for import but then they get quite pricy.
    And as always great information thank you! 😃

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching my friend 👍

  • @vokunmaarwolfe4783
    @vokunmaarwolfe4783 11 месяцев назад

    This was such a great help, i have my first tank and the pet store upsold me the Chihiros A series over the Aqua One version and this video has made me fully comfortable with spending that little extra money.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah, a good light makes a lot of difference.

  • @arulbraps
    @arulbraps 3 года назад +1

    You guys have a great sense of humor. I like it. but not without me 😆

  • @setyahartade3335
    @setyahartade3335 3 года назад

    i contracted covid now im stuck at home. so more time to take care of my tank, daily. and your videos has been such a great help.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for your words. Especially in these critical times, aquascaping hobby is a blessing. Heal our minds and soul I believe. Helps you to focus on other things.

  • @JamesStarrMarshall
    @JamesStarrMarshall 3 года назад +1

    What an awesome resource this video is. LED lighting can be such a confusing subject. Thank you to Tommy and Green aqua for demystifying it. I will advise all the novice scapers i know to watch this.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      You are welcome, old friend! Glad to see you here. :) Been a great fan of yours from the beginning.

  • @gavinyuen040680
    @gavinyuen040680 3 года назад +15

    Was hoping to see how to determine how to set up RGB lighting for chihiros....like how many % red green blue

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +26

      A good subject for another video. Maybe for a Monday shorter one

    • @waltertinelli1616
      @waltertinelli1616 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop yes is a good idea

    • @itsctmh
      @itsctmh 3 года назад +2

      100% Red
      60% Green
      90% Blue
      You can check out my Instagram to see the effect it has on my Iwagumi tank as compared to the default setting used in my setup video on my RUclips channel.

    • @praveenkamble5925
      @praveenkamble5925 3 года назад +3

      @@GreenAquaShop please do this video.. it's a topic requiring your expert input. Thank you.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      😃👍

  • @DavidMartinez-cq2uo
    @DavidMartinez-cq2uo 3 года назад +2

    Great video as usual!! I use Chihiros cIi RGB well planted 30L tank and 8 hours with 30 min Ramp, would be about 7:30 or better to put 7 hours ramp included? And with CO2 inyection, at what time ON/OFF? Thanks legends!!!

    • @heroz2056
      @heroz2056 3 года назад +1

      You need to turn on your co2 inject 2hours before the light goes on. (Balazs said that)

  • @priyankardas2668
    @priyankardas2668 3 года назад

    I was just looking to buy new lights for upgrading. This video dropped at the right time! Many thanks

  • @SnapRasta
    @SnapRasta Год назад

    the best lights i have used are the Radion XR15 G5 Freshwater lights. I have tried a ton of different lights but those have been my favorite. my second would be the kessil A160WE Tuna Sun.

  • @martinkuraj4223
    @martinkuraj4223 3 года назад

    I recommend seeing with your own eyes. I visited Budapest at GreenAqua. Optiwhite glasses and lights really made a great wow effect. It was like seeing a fairy tale.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Thanks for your feedback Martin 👍

  • @grigoriosbakoulas4320
    @grigoriosbakoulas4320 Год назад

    I would like to ask about lighting fixtures for the Rio 180 for natural plants

  • @abnails
    @abnails 11 месяцев назад

    I have the uns 90 u (35 l /22w/22h 68 gallons) so what size the platone light can be best for my new planted aquarium buddy. ? Thanks up front. Your answer advice would help a lot for beginners like me

  • @carolscab
    @carolscab 3 года назад +1

    Such a nice video. And what beautiful tanks. I had my first aquaria about 30 years ago and had paused this activity for the last 10 years. It's mind-blowing how these things have been evolving! I understand that this is basic info, but very useful for an old man like me. Thanks!

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Happy to see that you like the video. 👍

  • @agapertone
    @agapertone 2 года назад

    Many thanks. This video Is perfect. Extremely clear and indispensable to choose my perfect lighting. Many many thanks

  • @peterdolsina5761
    @peterdolsina5761 3 года назад +1

    Hi Tommy, Is Dennerle Power-led 5.0 really better than Dennerle Style led 8 W or did you make a mistake? Thank you for your answer!

  • @patomoreno1210
    @patomoreno1210 3 года назад +2

    Great video as always, by the way, what are your color setting in the Chihiros RGB vivid 2?

  • @OtonildoLima
    @OtonildoLima 3 года назад

    a class on lighting, it's a lot to learn in a few minutes, more than a huge asset

  • @balazsgarai7308
    @balazsgarai7308 3 года назад

    Azt a mindenit, nem semmi videó gratulálok, nagyon profin körbejártátok a témát, iszonyat sokat lehet belőle tanulni. Le a kalappal.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Köszi szépen, örülök, hogy hasznosnak találtad!

  • @davidlevett9881
    @davidlevett9881 3 года назад

    Brilliant video!!! When I was starting out, I did a lot of research but still made the mistake of assuming, the more you spent, the better the outcome would be; which I guess to some degree is true, I just wish this video had been around then, I could have saved a small fortune and arguably got the same results

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Yup the goal with the videos to educate viewers on some practical ways. We've been there too. And lost decent money as well. Unfortunately back then there was not any info out there which would have helped us.

  • @sumanpatra4734
    @sumanpatra4734 2 года назад +1

    Very nice and informative. Please suggest which one we should select for Planted Aquarium - "Chihiros A II Series" or "Twinstar B line Version III"

  • @aquaplayerchanelkenhnguoic873
    @aquaplayerchanelkenhnguoic873 3 года назад

    A really helpful guide. Thank you Tommy, thank you so much Green Aqua!

  • @168exotic
    @168exotic 3 года назад

    This videos really useful for the beginner , thx alot for always making a good videos .

  • @sentientsandwich1984
    @sentientsandwich1984 3 года назад

    Super glad I watched this. I bought a Twinstar 30B thinking about the size and not the wattage. I spent up for a nice c02 setup so might as well spend for the 300E III. Thanks! You guys saved my first build from having sad plants.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      You're welcome, glad you found this useful!

  • @wolfinthesno
    @wolfinthesno 3 года назад

    I know that you guys cant possibly cover, or expect to stock every light in the market, but i bought a Finnex 24/7 Planted light for 2 different tanks, and they work absolutely wonderfully. I have had 4 different scapes under them, all 4 flourished, 3 of which were no co2 injection, one of my current scapes is being injected with co2. This light cost me around $85 dollars at the time, i think they have come up in price to around $100, but i would pay that again if i were to setup another tank. The 24 hour cycle is fully adjustable, i run about 12 hours on, with the first 2 or three hours as a gradual ramp up to 10 o'clock when the light is on full power, then around 3 it begins to ramp back down. In the evening it sits at avery low "Moon light setting". Morning starts at 6 am, with a nice redish "Sunrise color". RGB, and the 24 hour cycle is adjusted via a remote. I wish that they had an app controlled one, but i am fine with the remotes.
    Just one that i think deserves a bit of praise as i have been running mine for about 2 years now, and it is quite impressive still when i watch the preview of my 24 hour cycle how well it controls the lighting, and then when it is on at MAX its stunningly bright.
    My one real complaint with it would be that the remote has to be pointed DIRECTLY at the sensor which if your sitting in front of the tank making time and lighting adjustments can be a bit finicky but i have found once you get past this, the light is phenomenal. If in the next 3 to 5 years it dies, i will certainly be ordering a new one.
    Just something to consider.

  • @jamesbrydon1839
    @jamesbrydon1839 3 года назад +1

    Another excellent tutorial as always very enjoyable and always raise a smile well done Dan & the Green Aqua team 👍

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Appreciate your support James 👍

  • @ciano217
    @ciano217 3 года назад

    Amazing video. Can I use chihiros wrgb In my rio juwel 350 for strong hard plants such rotala macandra or carpet ?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Yes, you could, probably, depending on the size of the light.

  • @droiid123
    @droiid123 2 года назад

    Thanks for video. Very helpful for me, becouse i will soon make a new akva tank with many of plants, this help me choose the right one. Little correction : 14:28 ,, Twinstar B line is NOT white LED, its described like RGB LED (i have one :-), actualy its WRGB - it have white leds too (some of lights are WRB - white, red, blue, some RGB - without white, some WRG - white, red, green) but its true, you cannot set individual color channels on Twinstar Line B. Iam from Czech republic but i hope, that I will look at your store in person. Hopefully in the summer I will find some time for a little motorcycle ride. I really admire your work and you are a great inspiration and helper for me. Thanks for that.

  • @riioken7765
    @riioken7765 Год назад

    Hi, my tank is a 80x30x35, i have a chihiros wrgb 2 slim60 (around 27lm x litres), i was thinking to upgrade the light to a WRGB2 Pro80 (98lm x litres, i can dim it to a 80% to achieve an 70-80lm x litres), i inject co2 and have red stem plant based tank, do you think that the light will be overkill and maybe its better to buy a WRGB2 60 (78lm x litres at 100%), or should i go for it?
    Thanks

  • @williamannelli3684
    @williamannelli3684 3 года назад

    3-4-21, Tamas very very educational video. I now have a much better understanding of the intricacies of aquarium lighting. I am always looking for ways to make my plants grow better and show off their color. Thank you. This is why I love Green Aqua. William, PS I am glad Balazs was not in the video! Only Kidding.

  • @Trevorfoggia
    @Trevorfoggia 3 года назад

    Great topic Tommy, to a new comer to this hobby I found it most useful so a big thank you.
    Greetings from Cumbria in the U.K.
    stay safe and well everyone.

  • @coulmmartin7582
    @coulmmartin7582 3 года назад +3

    Thanks ! Great video again, and it helps a lot !
    I just have a concern, as many led light are really powerful, I was wondering if you are using every light at 100% of their power no matter the tank, or if you adjust the maximum accordingly to the category of plants you are using ?

    • @maxl8061
      @maxl8061 3 года назад

      well depends if you get algae problems. Less intencity and lenghts in lighting means less algae most of the time.

  • @michaelfacchinetti6832
    @michaelfacchinetti6832 2 года назад

    oase premium light can be used with oase styleline too?

  • @zeftlovescats2433
    @zeftlovescats2433 3 года назад +1

    On a 45p would you rather use a twinstar e v3 or an Chihiros wrgb2? ;)

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      If dimming is important i would go with Chihiros. The rest is just color preference

    • @Xsksnssjccxghb
      @Xsksnssjccxghb 3 года назад

      Chihiros all the way. I use them for my Tillandsias too

  • @dudukf
    @dudukf 3 года назад +1

    I hardly comment on YT, but DAMN Tommy. That was a great video.

  • @ferdivlc
    @ferdivlc 3 года назад +1

    Hello from Spain! First of all I really love your videos, I see them all and I find them really useful. I have a question for you just in case you can help me. I work in the morning so I arrive home at 15:00, I would like to enjoy my aquarium from 15 to 22 for example and here comes my problem. I have a pretty lightened dining room, even if the sun doesn’t hit directly the aquarium, the room is quite bright... my question is: would it be a problem to keep off the lights until 15:00 even if there is a bit of light in the room from 8:00 to that moment? Would it cause an algae problem or an stressed plants issue? Thank you very much! Keep doing these wonderful videos!

    • @robertlonghair9532
      @robertlonghair9532 3 года назад

      @greenaqua I was wondering this myself as wel. Will you be able to answer?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +3

      At home, most of us start the aquarium lights from 3-4 pm as we spend more time in the evenings, nights at home. No prob with that

  • @karoli__fame5485
    @karoli__fame5485 3 года назад +1

    hello guys i really like green aqua gallery you inspire me and i have lots of question to ask ,but how can i get fish and other aquarium accessories here in Africa do you have brach near east Africa or shipping product from green aqua shop i really want do this .

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Unfortunately, we only send goods to the EU countries. Thanks for the support anyways 👍

    • @karoli__fame5485
      @karoli__fame5485 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop Thanks guy you really inspire me, I have leaned many things from green aqua RUclips video

    • @karoli__fame5485
      @karoli__fame5485 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop Thanks guy you really inspire me, I have leaned many things from green aqua RUclips video

  • @jessicarowell227
    @jessicarowell227 3 года назад +1

    This video is great! Thank you. Do you have experience with Kessil? Where would you place them in this hierarchy of lighting options? I’m thinking of getting their smallest one (the Tuna Sun A80) for my new 30C tank. I’m just curious what you guys think, since you have so much experience with many different lights. Thanks!

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Jessica. Most of the Kessils are mid-intense lights. Good ones especially if you after some shimmering effect from the spot light. 👍

    • @jessicarowell227
      @jessicarowell227 3 года назад +1

      @@GreenAquaShop excellent. Yes, I love that shimmering effect through the plants. It reminds me of a rainforest! Thank you!

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      You're welcome 👍

  • @sajidettol9802
    @sajidettol9802 3 года назад

    VERY USEFUL-GOOD INFORMATION FOR STARTERS N OTHERS

  • @nemo8649
    @nemo8649 3 года назад

    Hi Tommy...
    The video is amazing...
    I have a question...what light setting do you recommend for a new tank ...
    I have light Chichiros Wrgb 2... 60
    Thanks

  • @IamGna
    @IamGna 3 года назад

    yesterday I was watching an old video of yours about lighting...
    you guys are AMAZING, cheers💕

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Thanks so much, glad you find it useful 👍

  • @MrGhostsword
    @MrGhostsword 3 года назад

    Great video.. about par.. just buy a par meter.. and measure what you got.. especially when scaping with overhangs, etc.. loved the video.. well done.

  • @wahyunurdiansyah6143
    @wahyunurdiansyah6143 3 года назад +2

    please make a special video how to make rotala turn red, regarding what fertilizer who used to make it. Thanks

  • @SandBar1998
    @SandBar1998 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the informative comparison. You stated that you run your lights at 100% from the beginning. It looks as your lights are also hung high above your scapes. Could you share your PAR levels? Thank you!

  • @laszloszocs7477
    @laszloszocs7477 3 года назад

    Ugyes video ,mint mindig kosz a szimpla ember nek valo magyarazatokat :D

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Nagyon szívesen László, örülünk, hogy hasznosnak találtad!

  • @sergelac5776
    @sergelac5776 3 года назад

    Hi from Canada, Well, you made me spend this morning. For my 120 cm long x 60 cm deep, I just ordered a Chihiros WRGB. 😀

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Tell us later how that works for you 👍

    • @supremeleaderarmy9164
      @supremeleaderarmy9164 3 года назад

      I live in Winnipeg and am interested in ordering a chihiros in the next 2 weeks,where did u order from?

  • @rechelieu
    @rechelieu 3 года назад

    Excellent video! I learnt about LUX and Lumen. I did not know that...I am used mostly to T-8s...nice.

  • @djewane1159
    @djewane1159 3 года назад

    When I bought dymax iq9 dropoff tank, it comes with dymax spacex. Iam not to sure about that space X light by dymax but they said is a high end side but I still don't like it. Luckily the manager said I can swap with another light which is similar values. So i choose wrgb Vivid 2 slim. Is wrgb vivid 2 slim studio light is on Spacial high end site or basic? My fish and plants colour were all pop out n I love it. Can i know about what's my wrgb Vivid 2 slim studio? Thanks 😊

  • @andytchir8601
    @andytchir8601 2 года назад

    Would you recommend more of a flood light style-light for a cube aquarium? I have one 35 gallon (50cmx50cmx50cm)

  • @alipetuniashow
    @alipetuniashow 3 года назад

    Thank you the only thing I was stressing about with planted tanks was lighting.

  • @hhtakeda
    @hhtakeda 3 года назад +1

    Hello Greenaqua! Great video!. I have a 90P tank and I use a Chihiros RGB Vivid II lamp (45 cm). I use 80% red, 40% green and 100% blue. In this configuration, the plants and fish have a very prominent color, I always observe perling and have a good growth. What configuration do you use on RGB Vivid II on Greenaqua? Best regards!

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +4

      We use all colour chanel at the same level. If the lamp to strong,just use all chanel in a lower level.
      Lóri

  • @muhammadhadi6391
    @muhammadhadi6391 2 года назад

    Hi whats the best setting to start with for wrgb2 for R, G and B? Thank you in advance guys!

  • @4urizny
    @4urizny 2 года назад

    Please recomond us some home lights wich can be used in aquariums.. because the lights you have showed here are not available in my country.. we have to go for other options like flood lights.. i have 180×60×60cm planted tank.. pls give me some advice

  • @adamkis9054
    @adamkis9054 3 года назад

    Thank you, i just looking for new light , currently I have t5 fixture 4x54w .
    And I want to go with wrgb2. Should I can run the light full power for 7 hr immediately? Or keep baby steps?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      If you had 4x54W T5 then you can run it close to 100% performance without problems.

  • @lawrence1986ify
    @lawrence1986ify 2 года назад

    this may be a dumb Quistons i typically control mine by Smart plugs because I'm away a lot of times but anyway can you get that to White and just have it go on and off like normal or when the smart plug goes off it changes color?

  • @1.8millionvolts87
    @1.8millionvolts87 3 года назад

    Thankyou green aqua, very helpfull
    now i know what to get for my nano tank

  • @anthonykontos7931
    @anthonykontos7931 3 года назад

    Best video so far not biased on any name in particular just facts and useful information and tips. I think I’m going to buy the Chihiros WRGB II LED (Built-in Bluetooth)
    WRGBII 120 since I have a 60 gallon tank. Can this work on a rimmed tank?

  • @RedzRojas
    @RedzRojas 3 года назад

    Good day GA, i've got a question, does it matter what time of day you turn on/off your light? for my current tank, i have it set to turn on 3pm and off at 10pm. thanks.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      It does matter. If you have any morning light hitting your tank, then you could have CO2 problems. Afternoon-light tanks are more fragile, because of some natural light in the morning.

  • @enhncr
    @enhncr 3 года назад

    I have chihiros wrgb2 ... Changed it from kessil. Omg :) colours... Colours:) And haemiantus is pearling like crazy.i have to trim plants every few days. I miss kessils shimmering effect though.... But the chiros app is a garage. At least it is working if you are lucky to set it up.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Try the new hub controller if you're not on IOS. Solve the Bluetooth issues with other platforms.

  • @AquaGardenAquariums
    @AquaGardenAquariums 3 года назад

    Nice great comprehensive video about commercial fixtures!

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Thank you 👍 Unfortunately Skylight Hyperspot and WRGB 2 slim arrived lately. Well, next time...

  • @MrAkers88
    @MrAkers88 3 года назад

    Thank you for all the knowledge you guys give

  • @lucy6309
    @lucy6309 3 года назад

    you are the best love all your videos great team keep going

  • @nickh9294
    @nickh9294 3 года назад +1

    Very usefull information in this one, thanks a lot Tommy!
    I'm planning a new tank 120x60x50 and looking at some lights for this. Looking at wrgb II 120cm. Do I need 2 to get good coverage with the 60cm width? Would really appreciate to know your opinion!
    Kind regards from the Netherlands!

    • @araniranir7492
      @araniranir7492 3 года назад

      one WRGB 2 per length may be approx. Provides very good conditions for plant growth in an area of ​​120x50. It depends on whether you plan to have plants all the way deep and how far the light will have to travel to the plants. If the beam is in the middle, the front and back will be less illuminated. So if I wanted to have a lush lawn in front of the aquarium, then I would think over the second beam or other light. If the whole aqua is to be illuminated in the same way, you can give two beams wrgb2 or 2 vivid 2. See SkyLight HyperSpot L- provides good coverage of the tank and does not hurt the eyes even when you stand close. ruclips.net/video/6QwnbVm5Ges/видео.html Greetings from Poland!

    • @nickh9294
      @nickh9294 3 года назад

      @@araniranir7492 thanks for your reply. I know what you're saying, the tank I have now (80 cm wide) has 3 rows of leds, just to be able to grow anything in any spot in the tank.
      I've been looking at the Skylight Hyperspot L already last week for the new tank. Really like the looks of the unit. Could be the one I end up with. I know of one shop in the Netherlands that sells this light, will go and check it out in real life to see how I like it.
      Take care and thanks again 😉

    • @robinvankaathoven6632
      @robinvankaathoven6632 3 года назад

      Also have a 120, also looking at the Chihiros. Have decided 2x60 would probably look weird. 90cm needs to be suspended, which seems lose you too much power (I learned about the square inverse law of light yesterday)... While I think a suspended 90cm would look better and seems to work for Josh's tank in the video, I think we are more flexible with the 120cm?
      It's a puzzle.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +2

      Robin, not all the light has the same spread. The 90cm ONF has some limitation on the side in a pendant more on 120P. On chihiros i would go with 2 vivid not the wrgb for a 120cm tank.

    • @robinvankaathoven6632
      @robinvankaathoven6632 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop ah, alright, thanks!

  • @andywright41
    @andywright41 3 года назад

    That video will be great for people who are new to the hobby. Tommy is always a good laugh. And please ignore the negative whoppers who sadly reply.

  • @peterphan4833
    @peterphan4833 Год назад

    Would you recommend the ONF nano or twin star series E for a UNS 30C?

  • @MrStevenbezemer
    @MrStevenbezemer 3 года назад

    I am curious what happened iff you for example us a twinstar e-series together with a lightscreen. Will you need to account for the light emitted by the lightscreen? So will the total light value go up?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      The tank will be somewhat brighter. Yes.

  • @cindyannohara
    @cindyannohara 3 месяца назад

    Hello from the Cayman Islands, I would like to know how many Chihiros RGB VIVID II 10th Edition LED Lights you would use to light my heavily planted (co2) my 180x60x60 tank - are 2 lights enough?

  • @astroman0500
    @astroman0500 2 года назад

    So... If I'm just starting with this whole planted aquarium thing and I want to get some good lighting for my tank (which is 20" long, by 12" tall and 10" deep, and roughly 10 gallons btw) should I just get two 15-20w 6500k CFL light bulbs attached to a lamp and that's it? The LEDs look awesome, but if it's to much of a hassle, I don't want to lose my mind over them.

  • @helmirani1997
    @helmirani1997 3 года назад

    I learn a lot today. Currently I’m using chirios WRGB for my 60p. Thanks GA. Keep the good work 👍🏻

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      Love to hear that! Thanks for the support!

  • @omnilothar
    @omnilothar Год назад

    If i want the light to slowly fade on (when turned on) and fade off (when turned off), that is depend on the light or should I look for a some sort of controller adapter?

  • @jesusvelasco710
    @jesusvelasco710 3 года назад

    Thank you for this useful video.🙏

  • @HuuChi93
    @HuuChi93 3 года назад +1

    Hi Tommy, Great video with a lot of useful informations for beginners like me.
    I just got a WRGB 2 yesterday and kind of lost in the colour setting. Can u do a video about how to balance the RGB colors and how do these rgb colours affect on the plants? Thanks ^^

    • @NoOneIsLikeWinona
      @NoOneIsLikeWinona 3 года назад

      I got mine not so long ago. Frankly speaking this light sucks for growing plants. Only beautiful picture.

    • @HuuChi93
      @HuuChi93 3 года назад

      @@NoOneIsLikeWinona so which light do u recommend to grow plants?

    • @NoOneIsLikeWinona
      @NoOneIsLikeWinona 3 года назад +1

      @@HuuChi93 it depends on your sizes. Chinese Chihiros A series will definitely let you grow plants because it is very powerful leds and they are comparably price comfortable. SDK makes special orders of leds according to your needs and sizes of the aquarium. If you have money buy ONF and ADA those are very good ones. Amazing lights but cost fortune. If aquarium sizes are like Dennerle than get Dennerle leds. Their lights are also very good for aquascaping.

    • @HuuChi93
      @HuuChi93 3 года назад

      @@NoOneIsLikeWinona thank you for tips man. I am looking forward to build a 60p tank, but I am afraid that my 45cm wrgb 2 can’t give enough light, if so I might get a new a2 chihiros to help it out. Buying another wrgb 60 is too expensive lol

  • @Xsksnssjccxghb
    @Xsksnssjccxghb 3 года назад

    I use Chihiros lights for both aquariums and Tillandsia racks! I’m using Chihiros C for my beta community tank since it’s got a lid and doesn’t use up any space on the edges

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Glad to hear that 👍

    • @Xsksnssjccxghb
      @Xsksnssjccxghb 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop awww will be upgrading to an ONF soon though :) since that ones great for betta tank with lids as well

  • @matpog91
    @matpog91 3 года назад

    Do you think Chihiros C2 rgb will be good for 30l cube, 35cm with quite a lot of plants and no co2?

  • @greggc68
    @greggc68 3 года назад +6

    Nice introduction to current lights on the market. Though I think saying "this is for beginners, this is for mid level, and this is for advanced aquascapers " falls a little short on useful information. The thing is that people buy according to their budget and what's available and not according to their level of skill. I know I do. You mention light settings on Chihiros that may not be most optimal for plants. And I say: "Oh cool! That's the question that bugs me since I bought this light! And you say: "Thank you for watching! See you next time!" A more in-depth info on this would be great.

    • @Letycs
      @Letycs 3 года назад

      It's a lot of information but it's hardly useful. It's especially info overload for newbies which are the target audience here. Being one myself, I just want a decently priced light that will grow my plants. I don't need some HD shit. I just need something that will work and something that is affordable. This video didn't help whatsoever.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Hopefully, you will find the info you're looking for. 👍
      If you only use the categorization from this one you will be fine. You do not need other things like Par, Lux etc as this confuses you.

    • @Letycs
      @Letycs 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop Seems like a back handed/condescending kind of comment to me. Maybe you'd like to choose a better title for your video that isn't entirely misleading. You know, click bait. Something along the lines of 'the inner workings of your light fixtures' instead of saying you're going to help people choose the best of the best lighting which you absolutely didn't do.
      At first this looked like it was going to be a comparison of the lights, the brands, what was overpriced garbage to stay away from and what you should ultimately look for in your price point and quickly turned into 'look at this, this exists, let me give you an infomercial about light itself instead of telling you anything about any of the products you actually came to know about'.
      It's asinine to be like 'you don't have to use the stuff that confuses you'. That's not what it's about. It's about the fact that we were very much misled into thinking you were basically going to do a review of the best products to use which turned into a history lesson on the origin of aquarium lighting and how the light itself worked. Cool, not what we asked for though.
      You did the bare minimum to talk about any of the products except for the very much realistically out of reach ones for the average person unless you just have money coming out your ass. Most of all I'm upset I wasted my time watching it thinking it would actually help, losing sleep for work over click bait. I mean God forbid I want to hear about what I came here for based on the title. Not cool, dude. If you wanted to make a comprehensive guide on the inner machinisms of light, cool, do it, but not under the guise of helping people choose the best lighting for their need and price point which is what people literally came for.

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      OK, people, chill. :) No need to lecture us. We get the message, and actually many team members are answering these comments. Tommy is not one of them, btw. I'm Balazs, just to make things clear.
      We try our best when we do these videos, and sometimes our best is not enough, especially when you have to present a huge variety of products. This channel squeezes in as much info an entertainment into these videos as possible, but please don't expect us to give you customised advice in them.
      Your local fish-shop would do. If you live in Europe and wish to order from Green Aqua for example, and you drop us a mail to our regular customer support line, or you call us, we'll be happy to listen to what you need, what kind of tank you have and what is your tech that supports that tank, and then we'll be able to give you 2-3 options you can choose from.
      Another possibility: for example if you have a 60p tank, you can just look up the Green Aqua website's lights section and filter accordingly, look at the prices, remember the types of lights mentioned in the video to be able to categorise the lights you see on the website, and you'll be able to make a decision without a question.
      Peace.

    • @Letycs
      @Letycs 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop It's not lecturing just to share valid criticism just because you may not agree. That is the point of the ability to comment on a public platform on the internet.
      I don't care who is responding, the message can be passed on although I know it most likely won't.
      Nobody was asking for specific, tailored information. Doing simple product reviews shouldn't be that hard of a concept to understand and has nothing to do with asking for highly fine tuned information.
      People look to those experienced in the industry for advice on products that work and products to avoid, even if it's all just personal preference, so that they might be able to make a more informed decision before making a purchase. A lot of these things are highly expensive and you won't know if it really does anything for you or actually harms you until it's probably too late to get your money back.
      Now, for the sake of clarity, I personally am in the market for planted betta tanks, looking for lights that work well enough for plants to grow but ones that don't bother my betta. Something that's decently priced. There's so much back and forth about every little thing in this hobby that I question why I got into it, but I do it for my fish because I want them to have the best life I can afford to give them. I probably over paid already just on substrate, but I've already spent $75 alone on fluval substrate after spending a few weeks in debate on substrates and I'm contemplating 'pool filter sand', as I've been recommended, for some aesthetic difference because it's relatively cheap and I've heard nothing negative about it.
      It takes longer than it should to make decisions on every little thing because there are so many worrying, negative comments about fish deaths involving products and I just need to be done worrying about it. It seems like almost no one agrees on anything in this industry so it's frustrating to not get seemingly simple answers for weeks on end. I have two jobs, this shouldn't be stressing me out the way it is.

  • @niteshsetin
    @niteshsetin 3 года назад

    I am using twinstar 600 EA.. Pretty happy with the results.. May be later once if i wanted to go for more higher end this guide is really helpful 😊

  • @arthalcy0n
    @arthalcy0n 3 года назад

    Your aquariums are so beautiful! Thank you for video.

  • @phamhienkhanh
    @phamhienkhanh Год назад

    I’m setting up a 90P tank (90x45x45). Should I go for wrgb 2 pro or ONF Flat One+?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  Год назад +1

      Personal preference. Both has different features and color tones. If you're after cooler color scheme Chihiros is a good one, if you prefer a more natural tones then ONF

  • @marcocogoni6079
    @marcocogoni6079 3 года назад

    Very, very bravo, from Sardinia, Italy!

  • @mitchellwhite9374
    @mitchellwhite9374 3 года назад

    If you live in the States the Titan 1 from UNS is almost a direct replacement for the ADA Solar RGB for half the price. I have one and it has amazing color rendition

  • @ruudbrouwer2088
    @ruudbrouwer2088 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing this knowledge👍👍

  • @cindyannohara
    @cindyannohara Год назад

    Hi Greenaqua, I just purchased a 6’x2’x2’ peninsula aquarium and I’d like to create a discus tank with is inspired by your recent scape. If price was not an object what lights would you suggest?

  • @nnithivasin
    @nnithivasin 3 года назад

    What light setting should I use for my newly setup planted 60p tank? I'm current using Chichiros WRGB2. Thank you in advance

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      We use with 8 hours lighting period (half hour sunrise,half hour sunset),
      and the power just only 70 or 80% on both chanels.
      Lóri

    • @nnithivasin
      @nnithivasin 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop Thank you very much for your recommendation. I assume 70-80% of the "All" setting right?

  • @karthigeyanb6383
    @karthigeyanb6383 2 года назад

    Is chihiros wrgb 60 is a good light will it produce red plants

  • @momovenk
    @momovenk 2 года назад

    Hey i Would like to buy a light for my new 60p.... do you recommend the vivid mini?

  • @NelsonMarto
    @NelsonMarto 3 года назад

    hello, I understand your advises and I agree. I'm a little bit nerd :P. But I have a question, my tank is 100x50x60 = 300l. the depth is so big 60cm, I like it, and I have one twinstart E900. but for 60cm the light just have 15cm, doesn't cover very well all 60 cm surface... Do you think is power enougth to grow SRepens in all grow... (60 cm of carpet). thanks

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад +1

      E is not enough for this size. Would use the S series and would use 2 of them because of the 100x50 base.

    • @NelsonMarto
      @NelsonMarto 3 года назад

      @@GreenAquaShop yes ok, the base is 100x60 :P thanks

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      Well then 2 is even more important 😁

  • @WHTFSayonara
    @WHTFSayonara 2 года назад

    What are your thoughts on fluval plant led 3.0?

  • @subhajitsadhukhan8521
    @subhajitsadhukhan8521 3 года назад

    I wanna setup a ada 45P Iwagumi scape with monte Carlo as a carpet and
    staurogyne repens as foreground plant. How much I learned from this video I can use a twinster 450E . Am I right......?

  • @devachapman6315
    @devachapman6315 3 года назад

    @greenaqua can you have longer than 8 hr if you have a ramp to and ramp down but 8hr of full power? say an hour of ramping up to full power then 8 hours of light then an hr of ramping down?

    • @GreenAquaShop
      @GreenAquaShop  3 года назад

      from a point every hour triggers the algae and plants will not benefit from that. no matter if the light is dimmed to half for example

  • @sasisantosh25
    @sasisantosh25 2 года назад

    Hi, which is the perfect light for 90p fully planted tank with full of reds and orange colors, chhirros seems to be 45 cm light will that cover the tank totally, i mean will it reach the corners as well..
    Pls tell me the suitable brand with the model..
    Waiting for the reply friends... Tnx.. From India..