"Lumenarc" Reflectors...

Chris_A · #1 01-06-2009, 06:28 AM

There is one material I had thought about that is relatively cheap... I just have no idea if it would be better, worse or no change at all. Aluminium Checker Plate, it comes polished, is readily available and you can get it pretty thin. I thought *maybe* the checkers would be something like a hammertone finish only better because they are polished. But they could also just scatter the light. I've never seen someone use it so if you want to be a guinea pig...

Chris

wickedfrags · #2 01-06-2009, 01:00 PM

I purchased original lumanarcs about 3 years ago. One of the most difficult decisions I ever made as I already had light reflectors on my system (not a rich guy!). However, after buying these reflectors, well one of the best purchases/decisions I ever made in this hobby. These reflectors are work every penny!

michika · #3 01-06-2009, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by wickedfrags.com

I purchased original lumanarcs about 3 years ago. One of the most difficult decisions I ever made as I already had light reflectors on my system (not a rich guy!). However, after buying these reflectors, well one of the best purchases/decisions I ever made in this hobby. These reflectors are work every penny!

I completely agree. These were one of the best purchases I've ever made for my tank.

I hope this works out for you, I think the idea is fantastic.

GreenSpottedPuffer · #4 01-07-2009, 01:34 AM

So there was one guy on RC that made his with regular duct aluminum (or whatever metal that is) and some of that reflective tape. He made the whole thing WITH socket and wiring for $30. Can't beat that and although its not as reflective as using proper reflective aluminum, it looks pretty darn good and would be better than most U reflectors anyways.

I may try this first since its so cheap.

plutoniumJoe · #5 01-07-2009, 01:45 AM

I have searched for Polished Aluminum in the Vancouver area. Talked to a few metal distributers that have sent me to others but in the end I have found nothing. I am very interested in ordering from Ontario if anyone is willing to split the shipping I would be up for it.

Joe.

plutoniumJoe · #6 01-07-2009, 01:56 AM

My question now is if it is better to go with the hammered finish or the smooth. There is a 3% difference in the reflectivity. But would it be a more natural light scatter. Right now I have simple U shape reflectors made from 24" by 12" aluminum sheets bought at Home Depot.

Not to hi-jack the thread but GSP you have me excited about this project also. I am looking at building a metal brake out of some angle iron to help with the forming.