For the normal development of the inhabitants of the underwater world, the use of lamps is mandatory. This is the most necessary equipment for the aquarium , because if you keep fish constantly in the dark, it will negatively affect their life. But the excess of lighting in the aquarium is also not desirable. Sometimes correctly selected lighting in an aquarium can fundamentally change your idea of this underwater kingdom.
Types of fixtures for the aquarium
Today, for sale are lamps for the aquarium of several of the most common types.
- LED lamp for the aquarium . Such lamps are very effective and energy-efficient: they can work continuously for 100,000 hours. There is practically no thermal radiation from such lamps, which also has a favorable effect on the life of the inhabitants of the aquarium.
- LED lamp for aquarium . Used for LED-lighting the newest T5 lamps manufactured using the new technology. Lamps have a very small diameter tube, but the power of the light flux is not inferior to the previous models. Fixtures for LED lighting have very small dimensions, so the aquarium with them looks more modern and spectacular.
- Suspension lamp for the aquarium . This ultra-thin universal lamp was created for marine and freshwater aquariums. The case of the lamp, made of metal, not afraid of corrosion, has a modern and stylish design. The fluorescent lamp is protected by acrylic glass. To install it above the aquarium it is possible with the help of sliding legs.
- Fluorescent lamp for the aquarium . The most common type of aquarium lamps. These lamps illuminate a larger area than conventional lamps, but they take up more places too, which does not look good in small aquariums. Such lamps promote the growth of aquatic plants and corals in aquariums, both with freshwater and with sea water. Lamps favorably emphasize the natural color of the inhabitants of your underwater world. For deep aquariums, you can purchase special fluorescent lamps with increased light output.
If you have a desire to make a home-made lamp for an aquarium , then this is quite feasible. You can make such a lamp from a tin can from under some kind of drink, a cartridge with a plinth and a tin plate.
The illumination of various lamps will beautify the underwater world of your aquarium with the enchanting light.