Color Spectrum in Planted Tank Lighting - Planted Aquarium Lighting Guide - Part 3

[@turnipsucks6416]

Ok. I fell out of my chair at around 6:20. Thank you, and Love joey. His enthusiasm and practicality towards DIY'ing fish keeping is why I'm getting into it more. I now see practicality in it and affordability as this hoby gets super expensive buying all these name brand products.

[@turnipsucks6416]

BTW. Fantastic explanation. Crisp, short and right to the point. thanks for the great editing, and content.

[@TheWaterBox]

YW! Thanks for watching!

[@cdavid0624]

Man this channel is a goldmine. So many useful information! Keep it up.

[@TheWaterBox]

Glad it helps!

[@bvb0rules1]

That joke about joey killed me 😂 All these series on planted tanks are such a great help!

[@TheWaterBox]

I'm glad they helped! :)

[@DamianBloodstone]

Another of your great ones. You are explaining it very well compared to some others I've watched. (No, I don't play favorites. I just do a lot of research before getting into anything I haven't done in a long while.)

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks man!

[@kevin-justacs1008]

Hello I'm using hygger 957 full spec light on planted tank which has red plants do u think that light is any gd

[@robertstoudt4578]

when I get time I watch i am a subscriber thanks for your knowledge

[@TheWaterBox]

You are welcome!

[@deneng0259]

Oh. I am getting ready to pull the buy for the Kessil 360x sun because i cant find anything else for a 26Dx36Wx15D. Wanna use a plenum slow moving air to move the water up in the column and a sump below with a reactor to catch and turn over water volume. . Kitty litter/Iron supl./Organic Choice with a Cap or a double cap big then smaller sand. Any concerns? Could i carpet with MC or S. Repins. I dont want a s load of algae but i know i will unless i pack it. Thank You and i hope you are having a good summer.

[@TheWaterBox]

No concerns, because you can adjust the intensity of the Kessil 360x sun, you should be just fine. You just have to make sure that light covers the tank or at least where the plants will be. Just rememnber, a spot light configuiration light differrent than a strip light config.

[@skrskrskrr5033]

Hey can i use only blue light? I have rgb strip with many colors. I have white with a little tone of blue, nearly unoticable. And also have full blue color. Or maybe purple? Pls help i have only anubia and java fern

[@AlexRoyster]

Wow another super informative, fun and detailed video. You sir are quickly becoming one of my favorite producers! You convey detailed information in a way that is easy to understand and do a good job keeping it fun without getting too gimmicky. Thanks for the vids!

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks! This is great feedback. Nothing that for you can use more improvement or "less of"? Kinda thing?

[@AlexRoyster]

I think you really have it spot on. It's well produced and I like some of the cool editing you cutting to different shots / angles. Some other folks that do the "sciency" videos go a little too far trying to make it seem light or use dumbed down diagrams or animations that don't make as much sense. I feel like your style is like the science prof that can break down complex info in to a way you can understand and not put you to sleep as opposed to trying to teach first graders with pictures. You break it down in a way similar to Zenzo at Tazawa tanks. I do really like the topics that you cover though and appreciate the "science". You also do a good job of pointing out what is actual science versus "hobby" science and make it clear for both how applicable it may be to the individual. Thanks again!

[@TheWaterBox]

Excellent! Thanks for the feedback. It helps. Yeh, I wanna try and keep it in the middle basically. Though this lighting series, the hardest part was to try and get it to that level. It's a bit technical. Drove me nuts.

[@mrbaya2191]

You probably don't remember me but I asked you for a budget light for my tank awhile back. Anyway got my hands on a fluval 3.0 for 80 bucks! Now I'm here haha your vkds are great bro keep it up

[@TheWaterBox]

Great!

[@bigsmoothaquatics8071]

I recently bought a fluval marine 3.0 from a used section not knowing it was a marine version...will this light work on a freshwater planted aquarium?

[@Khans0120]

It will be too much blue for the plants and species in the tank and it won't be healthy for them either. Algae(a plant) utilizes a higher percentage of blue lighting compared to other plants. So the risk of an algae farm starting, will go up

[@TheWaterBox]

I'd sell it. You won't get enough of the red and yellow spectrum for fresh water plants on that light . I assume it's atunic blue? or is it the 10k White? I'd have to look at the specs but it still might not be enough for fresh water plants.

[@joseguerrero4716]

Hello I'm just trying to grow algae in my freshwater aquarium ... Does any type of light will help me grow green algae?

[@TheWaterBox]

Pretty much.

[@danyaleffendi]

Very nice explanation

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks!

[@buckaroo839]

what intensity setting and hours should i go for my red plants i have kessil a360x sun thank you

[@buckaroo839]

and my tank is 24 inch deep from surface with substrate 20

[@TheWaterBox]

Do it as you would any plant. I have no idea what intensity or hours you should go for as I don't know your tank and set up

[@shashiprataprana8770]

Hi, ur knowledge is helpful for all the fish-keepers like us really appreciate that. I m keeping fish from last 3 yrs n beginning of this yr started a planted tank new in the planted world going through ups n down with my tank my tank is L24*B12*H15inc,pressurized co2 running 1bps,ADA amozonia substrate,2 led 20 n 18 watts plants are baccopa,lugdwigia,monte carlo,2 other plants idnt remember the name n sorry fr the spelling mistake i having problem with the algae i use seacheam line of fert nkp,flourish n iron

[@TheWaterBox]

What kind of LED is it? What brand? It'll be easier to help if you post it in our facebook group: facebook.com/groups/thewaterbox/

[@shashiprataprana8770]

The Water Box thanksfor the reply i will text u in fb.

[@edjumuhcated]

Good stuff, again great knowledge drop as always. Thank you

[@TheWaterBox]

Welcome! As long as it helps someone!

[@cichlidguru1163]

Congrats on 5k brother

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks!

[@tbalatsias]

Hello, I am currently using the ONF Flatone LED. The settings on this unit allow a percentage of blue to white, and the power rating. Are you familiar with this unit, and if not, is anyone else? I have been running at 15-25 blue at 80%. The blue makes red plants pop, and more white makes greens pop. I'm curious as to which spectrum would be best suited to the plants. Visually, I like both and have settled in between. I have not been able to attain a spectrum breakdown of the white leds. Great channel btw.

[@TheWaterBox]

Sorry, I don't know this brand so I'm not sure if you're just adjusting colors or actual spectrum.

[@martink4358]

Good stuff , finally getting around to watching this

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks!

[@mazbrenkgaming]

I like the way you explain. Auto sub of course.

[@TheWaterBox]

I'm glad it helps! Thanks for subbing!

[@abhishekkalkatte7036]

I am thinking of buying a 6.5k 30watt LED flood lights and adding a adapter to it and hanging it over aquarium. Would that work!? Tank is 2*2*1.⁵ cube. For carpet plants.

[@TheWaterBox]

I don't know. Since I'm not there to measure the lighting I can't tell you.

[@rubenjava2272]

Hi, Im having a lowtech tank. Just wondering if a 6500k T5 Led would be okay??

[@TheWaterBox]

I don't know. I have no spec or even a clue of what brand you are talking about.

[@azurearcade342]

So red, blue, green is great for plants and white light has been reported to increase algae growth. This is key in trying to dial in the Fluval LED lights. I decreased the white spectrum and maxed out the red/blue (it doesn't have a green setting). Then decreased the time the lights are at full blast to about 7hrs. Since I'm dealing with a brown algea issue I will see if this works out.

[@TheWaterBox]

Good luck

[@trisalonso5872]

Hi, don't know if this was asked before. But would putting a blue filter, or using a blue light actually put out more of the blue spectrum?

[@TheWaterBox]

No, you can't just put a "filter" to change the spectrum. It doesn't work that way.

[@monikaolszewski5576]

okay, i have a client that is really frustrated with the period of time where the tank light is off during the day. do you think it would cause any sort of severe algae problem if I for example turned off the main big led white light and left a very dim blue or red or green or purple light. and if this will not cause a huge spike in algae which color light would you recommend maybe yellow? I'm trying to find a solution that will keep her happy but will not completely destroy her planted tank.

[@TheWaterBox]

You should be fine. You can also go lower the intensity of the light and have it on longer. That works too.

[@monikaolszewski5576]

@@TheWaterBox Thank YOU! !!

[@TheWaterBox]

yw!

[@nagarajang9627]

I have WRGB lighting for my planted aquarium. Can you suggest the light proportion of these colours. Like, 100% is the top of settings. What settings should I have for these colours to help my plants grow better, specially red plants

[@TheWaterBox]

I'm not really sure if setting the color is the same as changing the actual spectrum of the light. What like is this? What brand?

[@nagarajang9627]

The Water Box I am using Chihiros WRGB 60. I just want to know what would be the best settings for WRGB combination

[@TheWaterBox]

Don't know. I don't use that light.

[@HeatherNielsenScarletAquatics]

This was great info, thank you!

[@TheWaterBox]

You're welcome!

[@HomnixHD]

Im using this to try and figure what color to use for my night light i could use any because my light has a remote

[@TheWaterBox]

Night light for what? For your tank? You'd just use the moonlight feature on your light for that.

[@HomnixHD]

@@Booneville2024 thats actually really nice no one has ever told me that ive had a red light on everynight what disease do they get?

[@SahilKhan-bp7ei]

Joey part was cool af. Do it more often 😂

[@TheWaterBox]

Hehe I'll try

[@TheWaterBox]

Next video on this series should be out Thursday! I hope this is helping! Aquarium Lighting Guide: bit.ly/2INYuMA

[@LeslieF0330]

The Water Box I've really enjoyed this series. Especially since I've been experimenting with different lights to grow my aquarium plants! I've found these videos informative and useful as well. 👍🏻💦🌿☀️

[@TheWaterBox]

❤

[@JAG457]

Have a planted shrimp tank. And the shrimps seem to be hiding when the light is on. I can change it from a bluish tint to a yellow tint. What would you suggest. Thanks in advance man 🍺

[@TheWaterBox]

I'm not too much of a shrimp guy. Check out Flip Aquatics channel for that.

[@jblaylock023]

Yo!! I know you’re busy but Im hoping for a reply.. Do you have any experience with horticulture/hydroponics lights? Like LED grow lights for crops? What are your views on those for aquariums? Specifically a 86w FEIT electronic LED horticulture light. Got it from home depot for like $135. My plants seem to be growing like crazy. But algea seems like its coming back as fast as i can clean it

[@TheWaterBox]

Yeh but you have to be careful how powerful they are (algae problems) AND the color might be either too warm or just red so it's up to you on if it's worth it.

[@jblaylock023]

The Water Box yeah im getting algea.. i raised the light up about 9/10” abovr the water. Imalso inject co2 and feed with nilocg thrive. Will the algea stop coming once a balance is established maybe? Thanks for the reply yo!!

[@TheWaterBox]

@@jblaylock023 It will once you balance it out but I looked up that light and it might just be too powerful. How big is your tank?

[@TheWaterBox]

@@jblaylock023 How big and the height of the tank.

[@jblaylock023]

Its a 37 gallon tall. Its 24” tall i think. Plus i have the light off the surface a bit . So total about 30” from substrate. Too powerful? Shit yo thats not good. I sold my 2 aquasky 30” and got this one. Can you tell me what par 100 umol/s means?

[@jacksonanil2558]

Pliz do reply if u saw this comments....For 1ft to 2ft tank how many blue Red Green yellow n white should I used n how much the kelivin should be.if u don't mind can u make DIY of planted aquarium light.BDW Your video is superb Everytime😁.Love From Vizag India.

[@TheWaterBox]

That's beyond my capabilities right now. I have no knowledge of constructing aquarium lights.

[@YungRekless]

If I have a full spectrum 10000k light but turn off the blue lights only, leaving the white, red, and green, what kelvin would it be then?

[@TheWaterBox]

No clue. Would need a meter to measure that.

[@josemontalvo4532]

I’ve been watching a few of your videos every night. The light lessons are harder to understand on the lighted tanks. I want to set up some Purple, Red, and Green Plants. The only Blue Plant I found is the Eichhornia Azurea, But everyone that has one only grows it Green. What are they missing? I’m considering a Reef Tank Lighting system, because it seems more Full Spectrum than the Freshwater Lights. The new Fluval 3.0 seems less lights than the old 2.0 You figure?

[@TheWaterBox]

Some plants can only grow a certain color outside of water than inside. So no matter what you do, you can't change that. 2.0 vs 3.0 are mainly the same just some minor differences in features. No, reef lightning doesn't nessecary mean better spectral range for plants. Depends on the brand.

[@kais.82mn98]

Awesome

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks!

[@heidisfishtank7543]

Idk if you saw but I wanted to let you know that I tagged you in the “First Aquarium Tag” the idea is to answer a few questions about your very first fish tank and then tag some other channels you’d like to see post the same video. I’d love to see yours!

[@TheWaterBox]

I was about to go watch that now. :) I may have to respond some time next week though but let me go watch it first. :)

[@rithinrobert3563]

Usefull

[@TheWaterBox]

Glad to hear that

[@chandijaika9367]

Respected Sir, you need an information from me (for a 90CM planted tank, an RGB hanging new technology is a good light, Sir, my budget is 40000 Indian rupees and you can get it in India please talk sir

[@TheWaterBox]

Since I have no clue what RGB hanging new technology is then I have no clue how to advise you. I can only help with the products I know about. Sorry.

[@jayrowe6473]

Update: Joey did in fact build a mini ocean in his back yard this past summer.

[@TheWaterBox]

Fresh water ocean!

[@jayrowe6473]

@@TheWaterBox There are now 6 Great Lakes.

[@TheWaterBox]

Haha!

[@feldartillerie1620]

Not quite right, recent studies have shown that plants ultraviolet as well as infra red need or process, even green what was always dismissed as "unnecessary" is needed. Many modern LED'2 illuminators have already built special chips that reflect these spectra. I'm sorry for the bad english

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks

[@MrGrombie]

The opening picture of your face didn't load immediately and you looked dazed af. Lol It was a very unflattering still. lol

[@TheWaterBox]

Sorry to here that MrGrombie! May the water gods give you better luck next time.

[@myatko9246]

Is there a super like button for me to smash ?

[@TheWaterBox]

Hey, that's a neat idea! Let google know we need a super like button :)

[@RichGuano]

“All the colors of the rainbow”. Dude, I am so wasted.

[@TheWaterBox]

That's gotta hurt!

[@sweetblackangel]

That pointy-eared hobgoblin would probably find a way to critique your scientific methods. Just sayin'.

[@TheWaterBox]

Oh I'm sure! Haha thanks for watching!

[@sweetblackangel]

@@TheWaterBox I binged the whole series. Thanks for the lessons. :)

[@TheWaterBox]

Awe! Thanks for watching! :)

[@AquaLady153]

This video is the truth!

[@TheWaterBox]

Thanks for watching!