Top 10 aquarium lamps

This LED lamp is popular due to the balanced spectrum of radiation required by underwater vegetation. An additional advantage is protection against moisture and dust. The lamp can be lowered for several minutes into water to a depth of a meter, and it will continue to work normally. That is, if she accidentally falls into the water, nothing terrible will happen. Replacement lamps with T5 and T8 sockets are suitable. It is convenient that there are several ways to install the lamp. It can be installed from above, on the two side edges of the glass, if its thickness does not exceed 10 mm, or directly on the aquarium lid using self-tapping screws.

This professional level light is specially designed for aquariums with marine life and vegetation. Three controllable channels with different illumination and wavelength allow you to create the most natural light, simulating sunlight on a reef. This not only creates favorable conditions for marine inhabitants, but also allows you to get a three-dimensional picture of perception, improving the appearance and spectacularity of the aquarium. Many may consider the high cost to be a disadvantage, but the lamp is made of very high quality, has high power, color temperature and luminous flux. So, if the aquarium is large, it is worth the money.

Nano-aquariums are called small containers with a volume of no more than 40 liters.The lamp from Aquael has proven itself with excellent characteristics - it can be called the best in its price range. Users note the ease of installation - thanks to a well-thought-out design, it is easily fixed on the edge of the wall if the glass thickness does not exceed 6 mm. The LEDs are quite powerful (6W), the color temperature is about 6500K. This is a good indicator for creating favorable conditions for the growth of ornamental aquatic plants. Natural lighting looks attractive. The lamp can be used in shrimps. According to the manufacturer, it works without replacement up to 50,000 hours.

Despite the origin, the brand is popular among users primarily because of the affordable prices. The white fluorescent lamp does not have outstanding features, but provides sufficient lighting, promotes the full growth of fish and plants. The red version of the lamp gives a soft, unusual shade to the water. Very good color reproduction for the budget category, quite a long service life, but less compared to more expensive counterparts. The lamp is available in three colors for different types of aquariums, its vegetation and inhabitants. This option can be considered with a limited budget.

Fluorescent lamp with actinic radiation - the most pronounced blue and blue zone of the spectrum. It was developed to simulate the illumination of corals at sea depths. For marine aquariums, this is a very good option, favorably influencing the growth of corals. Adds aesthetics to the composition, visually enhancing the blue and red tones. Among the advantages, users note low cost, very beautiful, deep lighting, stimulation of coral growth.The only drawback is that it is not easy to find this lamp on sale, you have to order it in online stores.

Fluorescent lamp from one of the most famous manufacturers. The main advantage is that in freshwater aquariums, the color of plants and fish is enhanced, the color is emphasized. Blue and red-orange tones look especially bright. Can be combined with Trocal T5 Amazon-Day lamp. Operates with negligible loss of light spectrum for over 10,000 hours. The manufacturer provides a UV-stop protective film that prevents the growth of algae. But in reality, it does not give any effect - the algae continue to grow. But this solution also has a positive side - the film protects the lamp from mechanical damage, it will not crumble in the hands in case of impact.

Full spectrum fluorescent lamp designed for freshwater aquariums. Very bright but natural light. It has the best color rendering index - 1A, color temperature - 9000 kelvins. According to the manufacturer, the lamp is designed for continuous operation for 10,000 hours, but in practice it has to be changed once a year. For more natural coloration of fish and healthy development of underwater plants, some aquarists additionally install a JBL Solar Ultra Tropic T5 lamp.

The well-known brand sterilizer is made in the form of a short sleeve, which is superimposed on the filter outlet nozzle. UV light is emitted by four LEDs. The lamp fits all internal filters of the same brand. Periodic use of the Aquael lamp prevents diseases in aquarium fish by destroying pathogenic bacteria. Users like the ease of installation, no need for any special care. The lamp is very compact, its installation does not impair the appearance of the aquarium, does not violate the overall composition.

Universal device for all types of aquariums. But when purchasing a lamp, you need to consider that for a marine aquarium it should be about twice as powerful as for a freshwater one. Of the benefits, users note a quick action. According to reviews, with a slight turbidity, the water is cleared within a day after the start of use. Service life is long.Buying a replacement UV lamp will not be a problem - it costs about 800 rubles.

One of the most effective sterilizers suitable for both small and large aquariums. It works more efficiently than other similar devices due to the built-in reflector. It also has higher performance with minimal power consumption. The sterilizer effectively and quickly reduces the number of microorganisms in the water, removes turbidity, prevents and eliminates flowering. The device is easy to attach to the aquarium, everything you need is included in the kit. Users do not find any shortcomings, the only negative is the high cost, but it is partly justified by high quality and efficiency.