LED lamp 8W

Description

LED lamp 8W — Low-wattage LED aquarium lamp for small display tanks

An unlit tank hides its fish, and in a small aquarium a large light fixture can be more than the setup needs or the lid can hold. LED lamp 8W (SKU: AM008) is an 8 W LED aquarium lamp sold under the Absolute label, a small light intended to illuminate the display of a small to medium aquarium. LED lighting has largely replaced fluorescent tubes in home aquariums because it draws less power for the light it gives, runs much cooler and lasts longer before the output fades, and an 8 W lamp keeps running costs low across a daily lighting period of eight to ten hours. Low heat output also means less warming of the water surface in summer. Fitting details, such as how the lamp mounts and the size of tank it spans, are shown on the packaging and should be checked against the aquarium before purchase.

An 8 W LED is a viewing and general-purpose light. It suits fish-only tanks, tanks with artificial plants and decor, and undemanding live plants such as Java fern, Anubias, mosses and cryptocorynes, which grow under modest light. Fast-growing stem plants and carpeting plants usually need a dedicated planted-tank fixture with higher output. Running the light on a plug-in timer gives fish a regular day and night, and a steady photoperiod of about eight hours is one of the simplest ways to limit algae. Keep the lamp and its connections away from splashing water unless the unit is marked as water resistant, and switch it off at the wall before handling or cleaning it. Wipe dust and salt or lime deposits from the lens occasionally, as a film on the cover cuts the light reaching the tank.

Usage & Application

When to Use

• Small display tanks: General lighting for viewing fish and decor.
• Low-light plants: Java fern, Anubias, mosses and crypts.
• Replacing an old tube: Swapping a fluorescent light for a cooler LED.
• Coldwater and goldfish tanks: Light without extra heat in the water.

Installation & Setup Guide

• Use a timer: Set a consistent eight to ten hour photoperiod.
• Keep it dry: Position connections away from splashes and condensation.
• Switch off to handle: Turn off at the wall before moving or cleaning the lamp.
• Clean the lens: Wipe deposits off the cover to keep light output up.

Product Specifications & Highlights

Key Features

• 8 W LED: Low power draw for daily use.
• Cool running: Little heat added to the tank.
• Long life: LEDs hold their output longer than fluorescent tubes.
• Small-tank sizing: General lighting for modest aquariums.
• Timer friendly: Runs from a standard plug-in timer.

Product Details

• Brand: Absolute (Australia)
• SKU: AM008
• Barcode (GTIN/EAN): 9334141005886
• Product Type: Lighting > LED Aquarium Lamp
• Power: 8 W
• Light Source: LED
• Suggested Photoperiod: About 8–10 hours daily on a timer
• Plant Suitability: Low-light plants
• Target Environment: Small freshwater aquariums