NICREW SkyLED Plus (48-60 in)
$65.99
The RGB upgrade: an adjustable-spectrum light with a proper controller for ramp up and down and a programmable schedule. This size suits larger tanks, and the tunable spectrum lets red plants colour up.
Pros
- Adjustable spectrum RGB with a controller — dial in the colour and a programmable schedule with smooth ramp up
- Full spectrum output that lets red plants colour up and grows medium light plants
- Bright with the RGB channels up, and even coverage across a big tank
- Extendable brackets and an inline controller; dimmable for algae control
Cons
- This listing is the 48-60 inch size — match the size to your tank
- Not water resistant, and the controller is a separate box, not an app
Score breakdown
Specifications
| PAR | Medium-high (RGB up) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum | Adjustable RGB + white |
| Colour Temperature | Tunable |
| Coverage | 48-60 in |
| Light Level | Low to medium-high |
| Depth Rating | Standard-deep |
| PAR at Depth | Medium |
| Controller | Inline programmable controller |
| Mounting | Extendable brackets |
| IP Rating | Not water resistant |
| Dimensions | 48-60 in, 45 W |
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