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chrisbenavides
Tue, 31st May 2011, 11:23 PM
Anyone own a lamp like this one (Hydra Aquatics Retina I LED Fixture)?

Any suggestions? I really want to get rid of the hood that came with the little 2.5g tank...it prevents me from adding a skimmer (no room). Adding a clip-on light will allow room for the skimmer. Do you all think LEDs (in a 2.5g) are string enough for soft corals?

Jasmine
Wed, 1st Jun 2011, 11:52 AM
I have only read a few reviews about it and people are returning the light. I have a DIY led fixture that I loved when I had my 2.5g set up but I just dont have the time or money right now. :(

chrisbenavides
Wed, 1st Jun 2011, 12:32 PM
You put the LED fixture together?

Teeb
Wed, 1st Jun 2011, 08:14 PM
Those just came out recently and based on what I've read, I wouldn't want to guinnea pig them. It may turn out to be a great little light, but I'd let some other people risk it. The color temp seems like it will be a little too warm, but I do like my tanks blue.

justahobby
Wed, 1st Jun 2011, 11:01 PM
After reading the comments at the end if this, I would pass by this "deal". $100 can be spent much better. Check out some of out sponsor's. I know a couple of out online sponsors have so good led options.

http://www.advancedaquarist.com/blog/hydra-aquatics-retina-i-led-fixture-turns-up-at-marine-depot