Do LED aquarium lights need to be replaced?

LED lights last for up to 50,000 hours (almost six years) as compared with two to four months for incandescent bulbs, six to 18 months for standard fluorescent bulbs and metal halide bulbs, and up to 28 months for compact fluorescent bulbs.

Can you get replacement bulbs for LED lights?

Yes, in many cases, you can simply replace your bulbs separately, one by one. We guide you through the most important steps for selecting replacement LED bulbs for most commonly used fittings. If your bulbs require a voltage level other than the usual 230V, some additional elements need to be taken into account.

Do LEDs cause algae?

Contrary to what you may have been told, LED lights do not cause algae growth any more than other aquarium lighting options.

Can you use LED lights in fish tank?

How Lighting Affects Fish. Fish are not as reliant on light as plants. In general, aquarium owners can use incandescent, fluorescent, or LED lights for fish but should be aware of the heat issues that incandescent lights cause.

Can you replace aquarium lights?

Or, simply replace the bulbs annually to make sure the fish are never without light when they need it. Freshwater plant and saltwater reef aquariums require more oversight of the lighting system. In both types of aquariums, specific types of plants and coral require certain color temperature and light intensity.

When Should LED bulbs be replaced?

Most LED bulbs boast a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, which means that you may not have to splash out on LED replacement bulbs for up to 10 years after your original purchase. Incandescent bulbs and halogen bulbs will probably only last for 1000 – 2000 hours, compared to up to 100,000 hours for dimmable LEDs.

What are Aqueon LED strip lights?

Aqueon LED Strip Lights are meant for use with glass covers or they can fit into existing Aqueon hoods. Strip lights are low-profile and use Aqueon Modular LED lamps available in a variety of colors. Each fixture comes preloaded with one Day White LED lamp with an expansion slot to add a second LED lamp.

Can the Aqueon 15 column fluorescent kit be converted to led?

Easily convert the Aqueon 15 Column Fluorescent Kit into an LED kit! The S leek, low profile LED energy efficient light hood has vibrant LED lighting that will bring your aquatic environment to life! The hood also has an easy-access door for feeding and opening for filter and accessories.

What kind of light bulbs are used in aquariums?

LED Aquarium Light Bulb Replacements Modular LED Aquarium Light Bulbs fit inside Aqueon LED Modular Fixtures, LED Deluxe Full Hoods, and LED Strip Lights. The LED lamps maintain their brightness and color over time while using 70% less energy than T8 fluorescent lamps.

What does Aqueon offer?

Aqueon offers a wide range of fixtures and replacement lamps to provide options for general illumination, color enhancement and plant growth.