Ep.7 | Orphek OSIX lighting System - Setup, Par Reading & Review

We finally have lights on the reef tank! lets take a look at the new Orphek Osix Lighting system
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Lights :
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Tank:
Innovative marine 75 EXT:
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Sump:
Nuvo RFS 27 sump -
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VCR - Flex series Random flow generator
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Equipment:
Helio Heating system:
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Wavelink Powerhead :
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Mighty Jet XL return pump:
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Auto Top off - Hydrofill 15g ATO Kit:
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Skimmer - Simply Aquatics DC 120
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Rain2 Algae scrubber:
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[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Orphek Vs AI blade comparison video is here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYawep5_m8hoZtksi=NxegVoGBkMejQddL

[@dennisscott6413]

CJ you never disappoint. I'm loving the landscape. Absolutely brilliant. I can not wait to see when you put corals in the tank!!

[@jonathancollins9831]

Let’s goooo!!! So dope to see you back in the game, back on the grind!

[@cloud9aquariums]

Thorough review my friend! Definitely made a solid decision going with these bad boys. Excited to see this tank come together!

[@PaulieWalnutss]

The pinnacle of reef lighting CJ! Can't wait to see the results love everything about them!

[@erniewallace7687]

Thanks for this video - I've been using OR3's on my tanks for a couple of years now controlled by my APEX. I just found out about the OSIX controller and have just reached out to Orphek to get it ordered! This video was exactly what I needed to see. Awesome CJ! Thanks!!!

[@shawncrawford748]

Been watching for several years, CJ. Always enjoy your content and you keep improving.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

🚨 correction on the app review You can actually edit set points. Little dots along the bottom where time shows are able to be selected. After doing so you can drag to diff time and/or fully adjust each channel within the set point. This was user error on my end and wanted to share. While the app could use a few improvements like making those set points easier to land on or a bigger schedule window. It’s fully functional 💪🏾💯 #ThanksforWatching

[@GrageReef]

Excellent review and awesome looking light on you tank. Thanks mate for helping me make a decision

[@D__fox_89]

Orphek brings the heat, you can really create a wild/vast spectrum with that many bars as well. Love the fact they are technically waterproof that’s peace of mind right there.

[@DCALLUS23]

Great update cj. Keep the videos coming. Nobody minds in the least the longer form vids 👌

[@fletcherwright7042]

Sweet 👍. Man those lights are powerful looking good bro 👌

[@brian-te4xs]

I am a new subscriber as of watching this video and look forward to watching a lot more. Very impressed on the narration and the lights look way cool.

[@freedomaquatics6328]

Looks good. For sure Orphek is a consideration for my next tank.

[@queencityreefs]

Wow! Didn't think these lights would be that good?! Thanks for the video.

[@stefanwhiting9817]

Awesome lights! Can’t wait to see coral in there!

[@so_so_reef]

I picked up the same lenses the other day - very impressed and work great! Love the light set up, something I've considered in the past.

[@guccimane1465]

Banging video love it. Keep em coming

[@eddyortiz8110]

Great par coming from them and they look good on the tank. 👍🐟

[@Ajp167]

He is back yes sirrr

[@ptester1]

Awesome review - really appreciate how thorough you were. The power of these lights is impressive! I've been looking to replace the 6-bulb T5 fixture on my tank and had been looking at the Quanta lights but think I might pull the trigger on these having one power supply and controllability is a huge addition to the individual light bars. Looking forward to seeing how the tank turns out!

[@UnderwaterDreamsUWD]

Man I've been a subscriber since you had your first tank setup before and i think you made a best choice with the lighting. By far or3 bars are the best lights i have on my full sps tank, no more worries and regrets. I will upload new videos on my channel soon with the results. Happy reefing buddy.

[@fadetoblack.-]

your going to love them i’m useing then in my hybrid metal halide system for my 6 year old sps system. remember the ocean revive you got me into 😂😂.

[@BIG-ES-]

Great lightning choice CJ

[@DamienBuckley]

Great review man. I’m running 2x OR90 Reef Day with an Atlantik Icon over a Reefer 425xl so was keen to see the integration of the Osix.

[@TapDatBong]

Love the videos CJ, thank you

[@Sneaksmcdoogle]

Loved the review, great job

[@cameronbasford8991]

Damn nice choice. Looks really good mate.

[@LK50634]

very beautiful tank amazing look cj aquariums nice reviews

[@johnjr47]

Awesome Review

[@louhollar7351]

It’s beautiful! 😍

[@jules2545]

Those lights look fantastic, I love the functional look. Moving away from the puck style LED is the way ahead.

[@PurelyAquatic]

Welcome back! Only thing I would have to say is get a QT setup. Recalling you lost your fish on the previous builds really sucks. A lot of people over look the importance of a QT.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Working on a observation tank.. can’t truely call it a QT tank unless you are QT every single coral CUC and new addition to the tank because they all bring in dangers to the tank🤞🏾

[@PurelyAquatic]

@@CJSAQUARIUMS Corals isn't too bad, dip and go. Its the fish that don't show signs of issues until its too late.

[@Exar1337]

How do you have so few views and subs? Your videos are so informative! I loved your SCA 120 build and now loving the IM build. If you could show more of the plumbing and how you go about pre planning everything, that would be awesome. Thank you for what you are doing!

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

I just like sharing my experiences as they happen. 3 year layoff hurt the KZbin algorithm but the build must go on. Go back thru playlist you will find plumbing video on this tank 💪🏾💯

[@curtisagnew8606]

You can individually tune each time point after you've set it. You double tap the blue dot on the time scale an it'll turn red. It's a bit of a pain in the arse but after a while you'll get the hang off it.

[@samuelchia8154]

Nice information. Question. What are the sizes for the screws and screw caps you used? It looks very neat!

[@billydanzz]

Keep an eye out for those light mounting brackets if they're at or below the water level. The salt will eventually corrode them and release whatever metals, rust, etc into the water. 2 years ago, I had a tank with corals continually dying. Sent off a ICP test and the Tin readings were off the chart. I checked and replaced everything metal...I'm talking even down to the stand door brackets.. did a 100% water change and sent another test.. and still the same results. After giving up, I looked at the one thing I never thought of....the light mounting brackets. I took 2 small rectangle shaped tupperware cups and used them to 'dry-dock' the brackets, did another 100% water change and sent off another ICP test 2 months later and like magic....0 tin or any other toxic metals. That tank is thriving today with SPS. Just a cautionary tale for everyone....

[@sunnygoold9449]

very cool - so it simply ramps each bar - I wonder how they get the Helios as I really love that research and strategy. Looking forward to seeing how the pop is under the blues

[@d.waller9722]

Very similar to the Ai Blade. Future of reef tank lighting is heading in the right direction now.

[@CO.Reefing]

Dope bro. I am using the Orphek lens's and they do the trick but sometimes can have some weird glares coming off from lights in the room so you will have to mess with what works best for you for sure. If you want to zoom in and out make sure that you do prior to recording as sometimes the zoom catches the edges of the Orphek lens frame. Those lights are crazy strong but look really nice.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Good to know. Appreciate ya bro 💯

[@rc_reefer7449]

im leaning towards getting some for my frag tank

[@heycesa]

Wow!

[@jerrybeute8884]

Glad your back. Are you happy with the choices you made with the 5 bars? I'm kicking around doing this

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

I had 1 reef day at first and I was not happy until I added a 2nd. Whatever combo you use id suggest 2 reef days or none at all for a true blue only look

[@jerrybeute8884]

@@CJSAQUARIUMS i was thinking 2 blue plus and a uv and a sky blue. I'm wanting to find a true 20k halide bulb color and be able to do a moonlight night

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

@@jerrybeute8884 if you using 0six you won’t need moonlight it has it built in. But that selection works fine tank will always be super blue if you don’t use the 20k bulb

[@DuzzyDobbin]

G’day, I love you scape it looks phenomenal! I was wondering which combination of orphek you went with as in whether you went blue sky, blue plus, reef day plus or uv violet. I’m looking to run them with kessils a350x’s Great vid, great content Regards Duzzy 🇦🇺

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

If your using Kessils with it I’d use blue plus bars as supplemental it has uv sky blue and violet all mixed in one

[@DuzzyDobbin]

@@CJSAQUARIUMS thanks for the reply. I was thinking 2 blue plus and 2 reef day plus and the daisy chain controller/dimmer I’m still designing my system so still researching everything. Kessils are wonderful just not sure they’re quite enough for sticks Regards Duzzy 🇦🇺

[@AustinJT888]

What kind Par Tester do you? Please.. recommend? I don't want any Fancy Version. I preferred to just be able to read instantly when needed.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Apogee 510

[@billywillimson899]

How come you now have the blades on? Looking at getting 2 of these to go either side of 2 hydra 32 hd, did you have any issues or?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

No issues they are great lights especially for the purpose your wanting to use em for. I’ll be releasing full comparison video soon just been busy with other issues on the tank

[@smeshfactory3992]

Love how you're going all out on this build, those lights look so sleek. Any reason why you went for the bars over their other models?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Brand new build and new ideas.. water change station.. diff scape diff lights. I really wanted to grow in the hobby this build and these lights were fitting the vibe. So far looks like a great decision 🤞🏾💯

[@yanna4473]

What do you prefer between atlantik compact or led bars ? for a 48 inch tank .. or3 look so nice but 2 compact atlantik is almost the same price but maybe less par

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Never had the compact before. There is merit to both… I’d say Bars definitely give you the spread and redundancy if one goes down you still have others to keep tank alive until replace it. Advantage of compact would be more freedom turning your color of your tank. Bars you have to select the right kinds and your basically stuck wit that look… I’m sure par won’t be a issue with ether. Good luck on your decision I’m happy with the bars

[@michaelmeyer5999]

I like that crisp color shown between the 9-15 minute marks, is that all bars 100%? Is the color in the video comparable to what you see in person? I hate the overly blue look. And I was not expecting that shimmer from a non-point-source light! That shimmer alone is enough reason to switch the T5 over to these.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

With 2 reef days you can have better control over how blue or not blue the tank is by dimming blues or increasing reef day bars power. You can’t fully control the color only the power from each bar. It’s hard to show true color on camera wit gel filters. In person it looks great I have now switched to test out AI blades. I’ll do a full comparison of both lighting on my tanks

[@SeanLaughs]

I know its been a bit but how heavy (rough estimate) is this full setup (tank, stand, sump, etc.). Im thinking about this same setup.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

I’m guessing around 1000lbs full of water and rock.. I’m on the 2nd floor and it’s definitely something I think about everyday. Thanks for tapping in 🫡🤝🏾

[@SeanLaughs]

Yep that's where I am too. Close to a load bearing wall though. Thanx for answering me too

[@Vikas3964]

What's the tank size? Orphek bars are at how much height from the water level?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

75g 3x2x2 lights 13” off water surface

[@Vikas3964]

Thanks...

[@tomg5405]

Why you mount they so high? Which bar combi you have?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Maximum access to the tank and they don’t have any glare and these lights are powerful even at that height still maxed at 65% to not cook my tank. 2x reef day 1 uv 1 sky blue & 1 uv violet

[@yabinuh]

Bagus 👍 terimakasih buat infonya 🙏

[@Hondasonatta]

Wyd you skip how you added and what you used for the sand bed?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Previous episode it was covered when we started cycling the tank

[@leroycline8849]

Still have the or3?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

@@leroycline8849 no switched to AI blades. Check the playlist for the comparison video and why I switched

[@leroycline8849]

@@CJSAQUARIUMS ahhh I was gonna buy them if you still had them

[@opethmike]

Orpheks seem nice; great choice

[@kalebtaylor2504]

I've said that I'm going to do bar lights like this. I wanted to do the AI blades but they don't seem to have a mount like this that holds it. I am 90% sure I'm going Orphek just because of this mounting bracket!

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

That groove on top of the light gives you plenty of options to DYI a Mount or use they one they send. Just make sure to include the fixing bracket kit and not do like I had at first wit the zip ties lol

[@mikejurnak0324]

Good Morning

[@chipete1]

I can imagine you get a lot of water evaporation with the tank being wide open

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

My 15g ATO looks like it’s gonna last me 2-3 weeks between fill ups.. even better then I thought. Takes 30 seconds to refill so we are smoov 💯

[@jerrybeute8884]

Worried abt loosing shimmer I'm used to

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Shimmer is great

[@steevareno2002]

Why'd you choose the bars over 1 solid fixture?

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

This tank is about trying new ideas.. and so far the spread I’m getting wall to wall seems like the better choice. We will see over the long term if I’m right

[@steevareno2002]

@@CJSAQUARIUMS good to see someone trying different equipment other than ecotech!

[@UnderwaterDreamsUWD]

You will have a choice to choose from and if anything happens to fixture its about just exchange than waiting for your whole fixtures being fixed. The best choice i made so far with lightning is with or3 bars.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

@@UnderwaterDreamsUWD great point! One bar dies I could still run tank with 4 until it’s replaced. Modular setups gives built in redundancy!!!

[@stellarlivingstoned]

I like the shimmer. I couldn't find if the LEDs are 90° or 120°🤔

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

Icon v4 120 and bars are 90

[@bopeep7806]

Nice :) I still prefer the ai blade as it virtually disappears and the colours are far better blended

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

I’d have to see them in person I gotta see it to believe it 💯

[@yasseraloy4178]

😎😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤩🤩🤩

[@jkturtle6384]

Man dont think i could sleep at night knowing those brackets are holding up all that weight.

[@Desmo1]

Those look heavy...especially with the L bracket. I'm not sure I'd be comfortable with my glass taking the stress.

[@daniellarnach92]

I like your set up and sure Orphek helped. I searched everywhere looking for the correct way to install the or3 bars. Unfortunately your false claim that you get everything you need is clearly misleading and you should edit that. When in reality you get 2 extra long tacky useless bolts not nice small ones with cover nuts as you show!

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

@5:00 in the video I clearly stated to get the orphek universal fixing bracket for mounting them how I did in the video. That kit included the screws used… no false claims you just didn’t watch my entire video closely. Good luck with your mounts 👌🏾

[@daniellarnach92]

No unfortunately not true . I watched it several times and purchased the kit but no screws. Like I said orphek obviously looked after you as other customers do not get the same. You might not realise, But unfortunately it is false Iam speaking as a new customer who just purchased 6 OR3 90 's and 2 universal mounting arms.

[@CJSAQUARIUMS]

@@daniellarnach92 sounds like you may need to email and get it sorted with orphek. The kit didn’t seem customized to me when I opened it. Sorry you had issues with your setup

[@daniellarnach92]

@CJSAQUARIUMS thanks mate, keep up the good work. I have and unfortunately they only supply 2 extra long bolts and a nut that really ruins the build. The lights will not sit flush with the arm and a nice strong build then looks tacky. All good I will go out and buy more appropriate bolts. But Orphek should be embarrassed! What a way to ruin a great looking set up.