Lumenmax or Lumenarc?

sharuq1 · #1 02-13-2008, 07:01 PM

So would it be best to just get the reflectors with the holes in them (these are supposed to be for fans?) or the stealth pendant (no holes, but does have lines cut in it)?

Gools · #2 02-13-2008, 11:14 PM

So this will be for your 120?
Are the reflectors inclosed in a canopy, or they pendent style over the tank? Will you be running, a chiller, or have fans to cool the water
Is this in a fish room, where you will have venting to outside?

sharuq1 · #3 02-14-2008, 12:06 AM

I have no canopy so they will need to hang over the tank. I have no chiller. I am still in the planning stages here. It is in my living room, as I have no fish room, and the place I live in is a rental so I cannot vent outside. Also I do not have the reflectors yet, I am still deciding which style and type to get.

Gools · #4 02-14-2008, 12:35 AM

So then go with the stealth pendent. With an open top, you will have plenty of air movement, so you won't need to run venting lines, and the steaths are the only way to go for an open top, in your situation.

sharuq1 · #5 02-16-2008, 05:32 AM

TO change this topic slightly how do you feel about Lumenarc versus the new Lumenbright?

tank: 48x24x24
coral: mixed

Gools · #6 02-16-2008, 02:05 PM

It has a little different light dispersal because it is round. With yours being an open top you probably better sticking with the stealth pendent, as the light is directed down more, and won't light up your whole room as much. Plus will give you the nicer finished look. Mind you I have no personal experiense with these reflectors, so just my opinion.

sharuq1 · #7 02-16-2008, 03:55 PM

Thanks everyone for your opinions, it really has helped me. I went looking for more info on RC as well and there was a long discussion there.

I also found a couple of lumenbright minis (reflector) for sale used for a good price. I am going to have them shipped here in the next couple weeks. They look like really nice reflectors. I was going to go with the stealths but I think even if these don't look as nice, they will still do what I want.

Looks is not as much of a concern for me as performance and being able to keep the lights some distance from the water will help me get rid of heat. The dome shape should also help direct the light to the tank and not all over. We can always build a canopy or something at some point if we decide they are uber ugly.