Radion vs. AI Sol

[MarkoD]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

That pretty much sums up my requirements. I'm going to try three on my 180 and see what the acros think

you can always add more as your needs dictate. thats the beauty of buying modular LED pendents over a single large fixture.

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by MarkoD

you can always add more as your needs dictate. thats the beauty of buying modular LED pendents over a single large fixture.

No, I can afford 3. Almost..If that doesn't work, the MH go back on.

[MarkoD]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

No, I can afford 3. Almost..If that doesn't work, the MH go back on.

i dont see the logic there.

my metal halides cost me over 75 dollars per month to run. 5 months and that pays for an additional sol fixture

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by MarkoD

i dont see the logic there.

my metal halides cost me over 75 dollars per month to run. 5 months and that pays for an additional sol fixture

Mine cost less than half that. And I get to make monthly payments. The logic is I may be able to come up with the 1500 to equip the tank with 3 units, not 1900. Don't have it.

[Aquattro]

We don't need name calling. Thanks.

Three units should work just fine, based on Dez' success. My rock/coral area is about the same as his, and he's fine with three.
And I do think the SOLs are better lights at a better price. They put out more light. I don't need, no, want all the stuff radion owners think is cool, I need light that grows coral and gives the same color as my MH.

[unclesalty]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

No, I can afford 3. Almost..If that doesn't work, the MH go back on.

Not a chance in hell 3 AI's would work for me on a 6 ft 180g! Myself I would definitely go with halides over 3 AI's over a 180g. Compare Coralgurls tank with 3 Radions to other pictures of 180 gallon tanks on Canreef that show 3 AI integrating spotlights with the disco light effects I almost guarantee with dark ends of the tank. Too many uneducated LED people is the main problem.

[MarkoD]

Originally Posted by unclesalty

Not a chance in hell 3 AI's would work for me on a 6 ft 180g! Myself I would definitely go with halides over 3 AI's over a 180g. Compare Coralgurls tank with 3 Radions to other pictures of 180 gallon tanks on Canreef that show 3 AI integrating spotlights with the disco light effects I almost guarantee with dark ends of the tank. Too many uneducated LED people is the main problem.

oh and then you have this radion fanboy.

i think too many fanboys that think "more expensive means better" is the problem

[unclesalty]

Originally Posted by MarkoD

oh and then you have this radion fanboy.

You must the guy who could use another 2 or 3 fixtures on your tank!

[MarkoD]

3 sols can cover my rock work perfectly



and i dont have to clean the glass as often since theres no light spilling onto it, yay

[unclesalty]

Originally Posted by MarkoD

3 sols can cover my rock work perfectly



and i dont have to clean the glass as often since theres no light spilling onto it, yay

It look kinda dark for my liking but each to there own! Check out Coralgurls tank with 3 Radions. Way better coverage and colour spectrum!