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My Monday project, new fixture for my DIY LEDs

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by MJB Tanks, Jul 3, 2012.

  1. Jul 3, 2012 #1
    MJB Tanks Pleasant Hill, IA

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    So I was tired of lifting the hinged hood to feed PLUS it still wasn't vented to release heat so my water temps were a bit hard to get a handle on.
    Solution?  Hang my lights from the ceiling!!
    Before and after pics:
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    Still need to tidy up some trim work around the tank but thought I would share my Monday project!!
     
  2. Jul 3, 2012 #2
    Pete H.

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    Sweet look! I like the trim around the lights. It has a really clean modern look to it. Now you just need a mini shield to protect your eyes from the lights. lol
     
  3. Jul 3, 2012 #3
    MJB Tanks Pleasant Hill, IA

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    Thanks Pete! That's exactly what I was going for with simple wood and aluminum. It actually looks even more like a central focus now from floor to ceiling.

    As far as a shield, the lights aren't near as intrusive as I thought at all. The optics are certainly doing their job!
     
  4. Jul 3, 2012 #4
    Pete H.

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    You must have the narrower optics. I have the 80° optics and if I sit a bit too low in the room, the shine right in your eyes. I have been thinking I might need to do something about it. But, I got to get the lights in my 130 put in first.

    Very sleek design you came up with! /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif
     
  5. Jul 4, 2012 #5
    B-Rad

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    Looks very nice!! Good job!
     

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