Which Finnex light is best?
The Ray2 is Finnex’s brightest lights (definitely brighter than their FugeRay and Planted+ models), so it’s a great option if you ever want to keep demanding species such as Dwarf Baby Tears. This should also go without saying, but the build quality and longevity of the Ray2 is top notch.
How many watts does a planted tank need?
A good basic rule to follow is to provide 1 to 2 watts of lighting per gallon for fish-only aquariums, 2 to 5 watts per gallon for freshwater planted aquariums, and 4 to 8 watts per gallon for reef aquariums.
How many lumens does a planted tank need?
That all depends upon which plants you have chosen for your aquarium. If you have chosen nothing but “Easy” plants, 10-20 lumen (0.25 to 0.5 watts) per litre is adequate. For “Medium” plants, we recommend 20-40 lumen (0.5 to 1 watts) per litre, while “Advanced” plants require more than 40 lumens (1 watt) per litre.
How do I contact Finnex?
Direct the requested information via the help bubble on the bottom corner of the webpage or [email protected].
Are Finnex lights good?
The Finnex Stingray LEDs are a great value light. They’ve been out for a couple of years and have had a very good longevity record so far. They are great for getting into planted aquariums allowing you to grow low to medium light plants for most aquariums.
Is 6500K good for aquarium plants?
Every website out there that claims 6500K is better for plants is purely a marketing gimmick. For aquarist purposes, K rating is useful when buying household lighting and re-purposing it for aquarium use.
Do LED lights cause more algae in an aquarium?
Contrary to what you may have been told, LED lights do not cause algae growth any more than other aquarium lighting options. Some LED lights also have adjustable light options to dim or brighten the light according to your fish’s needs.
Is blue light good for planted tank?
Colors of Light for Healthy Growth of Aquatic Plants Red and blue lights are used in photosynthesis of plants. Red light is attenuated rapidly in water while blue light has better penetration in water.
Where are Finnex lights made?
Taiwan
Product information
| Item Weight | 2.27 pounds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Finnex |
| ASIN | B00GH9HURE |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Item model number | U-48WM |
Can I use 6500K led for plants?
In general, plants can survive within the color temperature range of 2700K-7000K, so both 5000K and 6500K are within an acceptable range.