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Unread 05/10/2012, 07:01 PM   #1301
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Very nice JK...what size is your tank?


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Unread 05/10/2012, 07:28 PM   #1302
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Very nice JK...what size is your tank?
220 gallon. 72x24x31


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Unread 05/10/2012, 07:46 PM   #1303
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Ok, so I have been running these fore 2 days and just logged onto my Apex to check the electric usage. My old T5s used 7.1 amps per day, and the LEDs only use 2.5 amps per day. Now maybe I will see a little something in my electric bill next month, and see cooler temps in my tank.


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Unread 05/10/2012, 07:48 PM   #1304
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BTW I got some PAR readings. My old T5s at the sand, 31" deep and the lights about 10" off the water was about 60. THe LEDs are 140+ at the same place.


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Unread 05/10/2012, 08:14 PM   #1305
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anyone??????????????????????????????
I ordered the smaller version (NOVA A4) and its on its way. That Taotronics one isn't dimmable though.

I'll post pics and impressions when I get it.


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Unread 05/10/2012, 08:14 PM   #1306
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Jk can you post a link to which leds you went with? I just bought a 350g tank and was looking into this Chinese leds but wasn't sure if i would get penetration for a 30-31ish deep tank bit it looks like that's the depth you're running? Curious to see how you feel like they perform.


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Jk can you post a link to which leds you went with? I just bought a 350g tank and was looking into this Chinese leds but wasn't sure if i would get penetration for a 30-31ish deep tank bit it looks like that's the depth you're running? Curious to see how you feel like they perform.

http://www.boostled.com/collections/...35w-led-module

If you call them and tell them you want more than one and you heard about it from someone who bought some they will knock $50 off each light.


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Unread 05/10/2012, 08:27 PM   #1308
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Are these not the same as the rest But with a brand name...? AI charge more And its the same profanity removed.



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Unread 05/10/2012, 08:31 PM   #1309
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Are these not the same as the rest But with a brand name...? AI charge more And its the same SH-T.
I am assuming you are asking me? If so, they are very different in the inside as they include a heat sink unlike the others. They look similar on the outside, but coming from someone who has both the BoosLEDs X3 and the TaoTronics X2 I can tell you they are night and day different. Plus the Boosts are made in america and have REAL phone support and a warranty!


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Now I'm baffled....these knew use 1W leds it looks like which I thought troptea was saying suck for output compared to 3W??? Jk do you know what kind of leds are in the fixture Cree/bridgelux/episode etc?? They don't have any special optics and you are still getting good par that deep?? Hmmm interesting.


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Unread 05/10/2012, 09:35 PM   #1311
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LMFAO, MADE IN USA... Sorry but thats just not going to cut it for me.
Ive bought Many items made in USA and i wish i didnt.

Ill take your word for it, I dont own these units, But saying they are made in the States Means profanity removed to me.

Id trust made in India Before i trust made in USA again.

Ill stick with the CHeaper NO name made in China for half the price, And i know their is not 5 middle men making 10-20 points on each sale.



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Unread 05/10/2012, 09:40 PM   #1312
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LMFAO, MADE IN USA... Sorry but thats just not going to cut it for me.
Ive bought Many items made in USA and i wish i didnt.

Ill take your word for it, I dont own these units, But saying they are made in the States Means SH-T to me.

Id trust made in India Before i trust made in USA again.

Ill stick with the CHeaper NO name made in China for half the price, And i know their is not 5 middle men making 10-20 points on each sale.
Well if you are going to be rude and condescending please do not ask me for any more information. I am always willing to help but a degree of gratefulness and tack is expected in return.


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Agreed. Why don't you find some LEDs made in Canada then. I hear they are really nice.


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Unread 05/11/2012, 06:50 AM   #1314
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Yea I mean regaurdless of where its made its more cause it comes with a heat sink and I'm not sure but when I saw bobs boostled in person it looked longer then the taos and I thought he told me they were more wattage then the taos but I could be wrong all I know is accidently blinded me with them a few times haha and they literally lit up his living room with one unit ...


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Unread 05/11/2012, 07:24 AM   #1315
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Now I'm baffled....these knew use 1W leds it looks like which I thought troptea was saying suck for output compared to 3W??? Jk do you know what kind of leds are in the fixture Cree/bridgelux/episode etc?? They don't have any special optics and you are still getting good par that deep?? Hmmm interesting.
Sorry about this *EPI Leds* is what i meant my phone autocorrected....


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Unread 05/11/2012, 07:37 AM   #1316
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There is no proof or notification anywhere that Boostled makes the units in the US, only that they are a US company. Does it say it on the unit itself?

They look more like customized versions of the Taos. The extra $$ gets a bit better quality and US support. That itself can be worth it in the long run.

I prefer the direct from China approach and cost value myself, but that boost fixture does look great over your tank.



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Unread 05/11/2012, 07:58 AM   #1317
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There is no proof or notification anywhere that Boostled makes the units in the US, only that they are a US company. Does it say it on the unit itself?

They look more like customized versions of the Taos. The extra $$ gets a bit better quality and US support. That itself can be worth it in the long run.

I prefer the direct from China approach and cost value myself, but that boost fixture does look great over your tank.
I am going by what Paul, the rep from Boost told me, but I could be wrong. What I was pointing out was they have support here in the US and I had no trouble getting in contact with them to ask questions both by phone and by email.
The quality is much better than the Tao's and those are good. I do not mind spending a bit more for the heat sinks and the customer support, as I want to know I can get help if needed.
I was not saying the Black Boxes from China were a bad option, just that I prefer this option.


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I was not saying the Black Boxes from China were a bad option, just that I prefer this option.
I like that we have so much choice compared to a few years ago. Before it was either full DIY or $1,000 for a fixture. Now we have options, and its an exciting time to ditch the Metal Halides for LEDs.

I've been waiting years for LED fixtures to mature in output and become affordable, and now is a great time to make the switch.

I'm most likely going to modify my fixture, and even try to work a LED controller into it like this one:

http://www.boostled.com/collections/...controller-kit

Seems like all i would need to do is cut a hole in the casing, and connect the internal wires to the controller. It "should" work having dimmable drivers on the Nova. If it does, and I change out a few leds, I can have a kit very comparable to a Radion for $280 total. That is just awesome.


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jk1138, what do you think of these new Tao units????

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A2KUZVNQ9LP7N9

do you think they are better at dealing with heat vs the old style ?? thanks.


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I ordered the smaller version (NOVA A4) and its on its way. That Taotronics one isn't dimmable though.

I'll post pics and impressions when I get it.
do you mind me asking what you payed for one of the nova units??


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jk1138, what do you think of these new Tao units????

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A2KUZVNQ9LP7N9

do you think they are better at dealing with heat vs the old style ?? thanks.
Hard to say, I would need to see them, but they look like they maybe good.


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Hard to say, I would need to see them, but they look like they maybe good.
what do you think would be better for my set up?

2 of the 212 watt units or 2 of the 141 watt units?

im just not sure if the 2 212 units (424 watts) would be to much for my tank, im thinking yes but not sure.

my current lights are a 48" tek t5 8 bulb unit at 432 watts total. thanks for your input.


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what do you think would be better for my set up?

2 of the 212 watt units or 2 of the 141 watt units?

im just not sure if the 2 212 units (424 watts) would be to much for my tank, im thinking yes but not sure.

my current lights are a 48" tek t5 8 bulb unit at 432 watts total. thanks for your input.
What is the size and dimensions of your tank?


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do you mind me asking what you payed for one of the nova units??
$230

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/3178...e-NOVA-A4.html

That new Tao you linked to and the Nova A6 are almost the same unit, except the Nova one is dimmable. The Nova A6 would be $293 shipped I think I was quoted.

Two of these or the older models would both work great. Its up to you to decide if you want the extra improvements of the newer models for a higher price.


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What is the size and dimensions of your tank?
90 gall tall tru vu (48L x 24H x 18W)


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