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Or someone with a 3D printer could try make you the bracket!

That would be called a bracket!

Have a look at Twinstar lights! Its finding stock in the UK that is the issue. https://www.aquasabi.com/aquarium-lighting-top-lights

Hi I'm using it on a slow growing planted tank....so can't vouch for growing carpet plants as this light is situated at the back of the hood! It's pretty bright at the back of the aquarium on full power. No fish in this aquarium;)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09H4MMPJR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

Not really, Twinstar has a timer on the light control. Having them separate gives more flexibility.

As Mat stated the legs should be to the left of the aquarium glass rim! The only thing I can think of is to purchase some black perspex/black silicone and fit it into the leg holders for a snug fit against the glass!

https://www.iquaticsonline.co.uk/product/iquatics-aqualumi-universal-2-tube-100cm-3ft-plus-generation-2/

Hi Team As we all know the lighting unit in the hood is not up too much. In my case, I think the one in my hood is nearing its end of life as the Blue LED will not switch off sometimes. I've started rescaping this aquarium "more on that later"...therefore this was an ideal time to fit a new...

My pleasure.....let us know how you get on!

This video shows you how to fit the lighting tube....obviously you won't be using the old ballast as this light comes with its own power supply! hoggie

No worries.....there is a video on the Superfish light but it's in another language French I think! hoggie

Hi Mate I think the above light just fits into the T5/T8 Fitting clips.....I've never purchased that type of light so a tad feeling about in the dark!

Replacement below the 90cm? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/202902124361?_trkparms=amclksrc%253DITM%2526aid%253D1110006%2526algo%253DHOMESPLICE.SIM%2526ao%253D1%2526asc%253D253780%2526meid%253D42222cd0df594168a8f70d41efeb52bc%252

Hi LED = Light Emitting Diode! There are a few lighting geeks that maybe able to help later.

A lot cheaper than the Flux! ;)

These have gone up in price..like everything, not sure if they are cheaper than ADA though? https://fluxaqua.com/?_kx=MKT9wsuYF8RhIXePznyFmqasRVflg9TQKnBGhNIKsMU%3D.Ukjhcp https://fluxaqua.com/products/flux-background-chroma?variant=41437649502378

@Tim Harrison Did that PSU work okay?

Nearly costs as much as the light unit.....plus it has a horrible European plug thingy!!! Which is one of the reasons Tim and I switched to this Amazon purchase.

Supplied from good old China....eeerh Cambodia! Not being cynical......;)

Just stick to the one you ordered Tim! It's not as if it is running on full power all of the time....and it's only on about 10 hours max.

That's the original 45 B. Version B 2 has a few extra LEDS and the Dimmer Switch!

I've just checked the one I ordered its reasonably cool temp wise and it's been on since 6 am!

Me too Tim! :confused:

Might be 4 amp......think the above might be overkill though? Maybe @dino21 can clarify! You should be okay with the one you ordered!

Twinstar 45B 2 is 20 Watts!

Some websites say its 16 Watts others 20 Watts! So what the other members @oreo57 @dino21 are saying is best to use 32 Watts 12 volt 2amp PSU unit I think :happy:

Hi Tim How many watts is the light?

@dino21 Thanks for the reply and the explanation! The original PSU plug ran hot on the 30B 2....the one from Amazon seems to be a lot cooler or I might just be imagining it! The 30B 2 it's a tad on the small size only 27cm for a 40CM tank...as you say probably better with the 45B 2 and try to...

What's the advantage of doing that?

You even get a lovely blue led indicator light to use as a bedroom night light!.....:happy::cool:

Mine is a 1amp for 12 Watts. Although the light is 11 watts.

You will need to look for one suitable for your version/model. ;)

Yes, I changed the 30B European Power Plug to this purchase from Amazon below!

Hi Tim Did that unit have a UK power plug attached?

Nice one Tim! Got the smaller version 30B....works pretty well. Colours up my Blyxa lovely....:cool:

Its finding one....;)

Hi Tim You could purchase two....which would give you more playability!

There are several convertors available.....the item you purchased will be okay! hoggie

You could try covering some of the leds with plastic black electrical tape!

MD Fish Tanks uses them! hoggie

Hi Paulo I would contact Twinstar....see what they say, could be a fault with the manufacturing or the assembling of the cable!!!

Excellent stuff, I will order the 24v then! I can always keep the original as a replacement. Thanks, Wooki.......top man!:happy:👍

It's only 1 amp will that matter?

Aquasabi I think!

Don't know why they don't supply the 3 pin piece? It would be so much easier :rolleyes:

Not the best picture!

Will go have look...its in the box!

Cheers Wooki Oh right, electrics not my strong point! So that would work then?

This similar to what it is....bit bulky!

Too much amps!

Yeah, Don't want to fry the light unit? Wasn't sure which amps? hoogie

Don't think I can do that as the unit is a transformer 12 v I think?

https://www.aquariumgardens.co.uk/onf-flat-nano-led-light-4605-p.asp Can anyone tell me the best method to change this to accept a 3 pin UK plug! It has similar as below that is removable from the adapter! Cheers hoggie

:mad: The cable is of poor quality....mines split just below the skimmer body, exposing the inner wires! Obviously it went in the bin pronto! I only noticed this because I had removed it from the tank. Everyone should check all cables of all electrical Skimmers as these tend to have a bend in...

Hi You probably have a leak somewhere! hoggie

Hi Most aquatic plants are grown emersed, some species are quicker than others to transform into their submerged state! It's usually a gradual process could be days, weeks just depends on the individual plants in the aquarium. Rotala rotundifolia is a good example...in its marsh form, it has...

Hi The water parameters look really good! I would shut down the Interpet LED. The plants are still adapting to underwater life! hoggie

Hi Purchase some fast-growing stem plants which will help cycle and build up beneficial bacteria, then test for ammonia every week before and after water changes! Meant to say you may have to pack the skimmer with filter wool, as the flow may be a tad high for a 20 litre aquarium! Cheers hoggie

Hi Quote.....Fert: TNC complete. The above should be a weekly dose! Or 3 times per week, not daily dosing. hoggie

Hi I wouldn't bother with adding ammonium chloride! Just purchase very fast growing stem plants like https://www.ukaps.org/forum/plantbase/hygrophila-difformis.93/ https://www.ukaps.org/forum/plantbase/hygrophila-polysperma.95/ https://www.ukaps.org/forum/plantbase/limnophila-sessiliflora.106/...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Powerconnections-Schuko-Plug-Black-SCP-BLACK-5A/dp/B00WKRSFS0/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1531675834&sr=8-11&keywords=schuko+plug hoggie

https://www.euronetwork.co.uk/european-schuko-to-uk-converter-plug-black-5-amp-scp3- Hi I don't think that's the correct plug convertor! You require a Schuko type...look at the above link.;) As below hoggie

Hi Chris Why don't you try and grow the Monte Carlo carpet, with the DSM method.... in the tank! Or use a small window sill propagator, to increase the yield and replant into the aquarium. Have a look below! https://www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/andys-hc-propagator-step-by-step.28930/ hoggie

Hi If you have a spare tank or plastic tub you can leave them in pots with about 2 inches of water for a few weeks! Cover with Cling Film to keep moisture up as you would DSM/MSM mode! Spray the plants leaves with fresh water twice a day and change the water every couple of days! hoggie

My mistake....A150W your correct Zeus! I have this version also....the fan is a tad noisy but I did get use to it, although the aquarium was in the hallway!;)

Indeed..... I have both the Kessil A160WE & Radion XR15FW........Radion is pretty noiseless! The old version Kessil...A160 was slightly noisy...the new version is pretty quite! hoggie

Hi George This could be a option! Purchased one to go in my cupboard. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01M1117P9/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 hoggie

Hi Stuart I think its best to send back and ask for a free repair!....that's what I would do! If you try a repair and mess it up, the warranty will be nil and void!.......:( You will encounter postage fees....probably about £2.80 for a standard parcel! Although this will increase if you want...

Hi You don't say which substrate you will be using? Elatine hydropiper, Hemianthus Callitrichoides. Are two of the more difficult carpet plants to cultivate if your not experienced with them..... you could try growing them on in a Dry Start Method! This may give you a heads up....on growth rates...

Algae Guide This algae guide is mainly aimed at the high light tank being dosed by Estimative Index. (But is applicable to any Carbon enriched tank) Black Brush Algae, BBA Description Often grows on leaf edges of slow growing plants, bog wood and mechanical equipment. Also sometimes it...

Indeed...search George Farmer!

Have a look at the Kessil range! https://ukaps.org/forum/threads/kessil-a150w-amazon-sun-review.20869/ http://kessil.com/aquarium/Freshwater_A150.php hoggie

https://ukaps.org/forum/threads/kessil-a150w-amazon-sun-review.20869/#post-222839 Cant go wrong with the Kessil. hoggie

Hi Karl I think this plug can still be used....because I think it only uses two core cable! Have you tried to use it? hoggie

Cut up a old black leather belt..;)....should do the job!

Cheers Mort!;)

Hi Received the new PSU from Aqua Essentials Ebay shop yesterday :thumbup: TMC tile up and running again. Date on the old unit Sep 2013. So its lasted 3 years....strange how the can build a decent LED light unit but cant provide a long lasting PSU:thumbdown:...therefore my pockets £14.49...

Hi Julian Don't have a controller....the PSU seems poor quality! Cheers

Purchased a new unit from Ebay...so should know in a few days! Just thought are there different PSUs for Tiles and Rails? Cheers hoggie

Hi Mort PSU....Power Supply Unit I purchased the Tile from a member on here.....so don't have a spare! Do the sell these on Amazon/Ebay? Thanks for the reply.

Hi I have a Mini 400 TMC tile that is flickering/flashing when turned on....is it scrap or can it be fixed? Anyone have the same problem or got any ideas advise! Cheers hoggie

http://www.kessil.com/aquarium/Freshwater_A160_Tuna_Sun.php Controllable Compatible with 0~10V external controllers. Daisy-chain multiple lights for seamless control from a single source.

Hi There is a fair amount of led lighting on Amazon for aquariums! hoggie

:thumbup: Lovely very nice.....love the colours!

Hi Brad I would go easy on changing the lighting straight away! Use the t8s for 3 or 4 months and grow some healthy easy plants first! Lighting causes a lot of the algae issues on this forum. Brighter lighting drives Co2 uptake, so if you don't get the Co2 flow/circulation spot on you can have...

Hi There is a newer dimmable version of this light....not cheap but has great shimmer! Plus the fan is hardly audible! http://ukaps.org/forum/threads/kessil-a150w-amazon-sun-review.20869/#post-212581 hoggie

Hi If you have a look on Amazon there is various led desk lamps...with multiple features! I'm sure the below would run from a timer as it has a mains plug stated in the caption! It maybe a tad too long 40cm though! http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01263ZSKK?keywords=led desk lamp...

Hi You need to upload a picture of the plug and where was the item made! hoggie

What price is it?

Look above!

Kessil.....plant! Blyxa sp japoncia hoggie

Hi Alistair Where did you purchase the New version Kessils? hoggie That's a bargain....paid £250...about 18 months ago for the original! Cheers hoggie

Okay Ed.

Rotala sp Rotundifolia Can you upload a closer picture? hoggie

Hi edmills Sure that's Rotala sp rotundifolia? hoggie

http://www.kessil.com/aquarium/Freshwater_A360.php New version on the market....don't know if you can get in the UK though. Cheers hoggie

No dimming although that was when it was first put on the market. Gives you a idea of the size.

Hi Its not that noisy...it has decent spread. hoggie