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Old 04-12-2013, 11:56 PM   #1
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Arcadia have produced specialised products for enriching the colouration of Arowanas
Firstly a T8 fluorescent lamp which mimics strong sunlight, emitting both UVA and UVB for natural colour development of the fish. This is a natural way to develop colour without harming the fish
With the Red Arowana Lamp Red Arowana develop a natural deeper red colour
and with the Golden Crown Arowana Lamp Golden Crown Arowana will develop a natural deep golden colour on the top of their heads and along their back
Reflectors are available to match the lamps

Red Arowana Light
Code Watt Length Diameter UV-A UV-B Reflector*
FAW30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 27% 5% ALRS24
FAW36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 27% 5% ALRS39

Golden Crown Arowana Light
Code Watt Length Diameter UV-A UV-B Reflector*
FAWG30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 30% 6% ALRS24
FAWG36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 30% 6% ALRS39

Alternatively we can offer a complete lighting unit including lamp, tube with integral reflector and ballast with alternative length mains leads - the Arowana T8 light fitting set.
It is a unique, submersible, T8 fluorescent fitting. The UV transmissive lens material allows UV radiation from an Arcadia Arowana lamp to pass through the clear portion of the tube. When used with the Arowana lamp this replicates the natural exposure of the fish to the UVA and UVB in daylight.
It also allows fish to develop a richer colour than they would under normal artificial lighting.
• UV Transmissive lamp tube
• High performance co-extruded reflector built in to tube
• Remote ballast box
• Designed specifically for the new Arcadia Arowana Lamp
• Includes Arowana Lamp

Red Arowana Lamp Set Lead Length
Code Watt Length Diameter Lamp Mains Reflector*
AWS30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 1.5m ALRS24
AWL30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 8m ALRS39
AWS36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 1.5m ALRS39
AWL36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 8m ALRS39

Golden Crown Arowana Lamp Set Lead Length
Code Watt Length Diameter Lamp Mains Reflector*
AWGS30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 1.5m ALRS24
AWGL30 30W 36″/900mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 8m ALRS39
AWGS36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 1.5m ALRS39
AWGL36 36W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 66/127cm 8m ALRS39

Hopefully this new product will help many Arowana enthusiasts to improve the health and appearance of these magnificent fish

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Old 28-03-2015, 05:46 AM   #2
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How does uva uvb travel through the glass to have any benefit to the aro? In reptilian keeping, only mesh or grilles are used to allow full spectrum onto the reptiles. Similarly for aro, the light source has to be direct. But the question is does the aro require uva uvb for growth n development? Are fishes running on the same biological platform as reptiles? Don't understand, any kind soul to enlighten me pls?
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Old 12-12-2013, 12:33 AM   #3
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For Arcadia tanning light for red Aro. How long must we change the tubes for effectiveness? Daily usage about 8hours per day , used for 5months
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The average useful life of these lamps is 6000 to 8000 hours so at 8 hours a day you should be ok changing the lamps every couple of years
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Old 27-12-2013, 11:43 PM   #4
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Hi,

Will D3 be more effective in tanning red since uva-30% uvb-12% compare to red arowana tanning of uva-27% uvb-5% ? And can i use arowana golden crown to tan red since it is also higher uva-30% uvb-6% ?
Sorry for the delay in replying - some of the questions require multiple disciplinary inputs from the laboratory and factory
Using the D3 lamp is probably not a good idea as the lamp has some proportion of the phosphors that are used in our Original Tropical lamp and those are designed, amongst other things, for photosynthesis and I doubt the promulgation of algaes is something desired in an Arowana aquarium and the way the colours are rendered in the D3 lamp means that the appearance of the aquatope will appear unnatural. Also the amounts of UV-A and UV-B are proportionate to the requirements of the particular fish whilst the reptile lamps emit more light in the UV-B spectrum. In short the Arowana lamps are specifically engineered for arowana aquaria.

Hope this helps

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Old 06-12-2013, 12:03 AM   #5
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do you sell the transformer for a 5 feet tanning light?
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I'm Paul. Thank you for your question.
We offer a range of controllers including the ACU58 which is for 60" T8 lamps. However you will need to check if the tanning lamp you are using is compatible with this type of switch start controller. We obviously cannot accept any liability if your lamp and this controller are incompatible
T8 ULTRA SEAL LAMP CONTROLLERS
The Arcadia ULTRA SEAL controllers are the latest generation of our popular fluorescent lighting controllers.
They incorporate a number of improvements and are designed to comply with the latest European aquarium lighting standards.
They have patented ULTRA SEAL® waterproof (IP67) lamp-holders and are supplied with universal mounting brackets for installation on aquarium hood or walls.
They are compatible with Arcadia reflector range and have a 5 Year Guarantee

T8 Single Lamp Controller

Code Watt Length Diameter Lead Length
ACU08 6/8W 12″/300mm T5-16mm 2.0m/2.4m
ACU15 14W/15 12″/300mm
18″/450mm T8-26mm 2.4m/2.48m
ACU18 18W/20 24″/600mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU30 25W/30W 30″/750mm
36″/900mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU36 38W 42″/1050mm
36/40W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU58 58W 60″/1500mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
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Old 28-12-2014, 12:14 PM   #6
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Hi,

I have crossback and reds in my comm tank. When i use only golden tanning lights from arcadia, will it affect my reds development?


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I'm Paul. Thank you for your question.
We offer a range of controllers including the ACU58 which is for 60" T8 lamps. However you will need to check if the tanning lamp you are using is compatible with this type of switch start controller. We obviously cannot accept any liability if your lamp and this controller are incompatible
T8 ULTRA SEAL LAMP CONTROLLERS
The Arcadia ULTRA SEAL controllers are the latest generation of our popular fluorescent lighting controllers.
They incorporate a number of improvements and are designed to comply with the latest European aquarium lighting standards.
They have patented ULTRA SEAL® waterproof (IP67) lamp-holders and are supplied with universal mounting brackets for installation on aquarium hood or walls.
They are compatible with Arcadia reflector range and have a 5 Year Guarantee

T8 Single Lamp Controller

Code Watt Length Diameter Lead Length
ACU08 6/8W 12″/300mm T5-16mm 2.0m/2.4m
ACU15 14W/15 12″/300mm
18″/450mm T8-26mm 2.4m/2.48m
ACU18 18W/20 24″/600mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU30 25W/30W 30″/750mm
36″/900mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU36 38W 42″/1050mm
36/40W 48″/1200mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
ACU58 58W 60″/1500mm T8-26mm 2.4m/3.6m
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Old 28-03-2015, 02:03 AM   #7
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Hi, may i know the 12% uvb emitted by Reptile D3 lamp is much more suitable for intensifying the red colour of red aros?
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Old 09-12-2013, 10:52 PM   #8
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Distributors for singapore please. And the RRP for AWGL36. Also wanna ask if this is white light?
Sorry for the delay.

The red Arowana lamp has a pale pink colour appearance and the golden Arowana has a white colour appearance
For product price and availability please contact:

Qian Hu Corporation Limited
(Yi Hu Aquarium Accessories Division)
No.71 Jalan Lekar Singapore 698950
DID (65) 67661524/1549 Mobile (65) 92780800 FB

If I can be of any further help please contact me

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Old 16-12-2013, 11:23 PM   #9
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Hi Paul,

This is a Singapore-based forum hence most of us are from Singapore

Just a feedback, the plastic casing tends to break easily especially after long periods of use of the tanning lamp. Anyway to improve on this?
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It is always a problem using any form of plastic with UV as the radiation eventually breaks down the plastic. The alternative is to use quartz but this is quite fragile and the last thing one wants is the outer tube to break under water. It is also expensive and not easy to get a good fitting/quartz seal in a way that would be aesthetically pleasing in an aquarium.
We do however offer replacement tubes: the C011 (900mm) and C012 (1200mm) prices and availability from your dealer

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Old 27-01-2014, 07:13 PM   #10
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Hi Paul. I checked with c328 and qh. Currently there's no stock for 4ft red tanning light. May I know when is the next available stocks? Pls advice.
Sorry for the delay
I can't advise you on stock positions in Singapore I'm afraid, but suggest you contact:
Qian Hu Corporation Limited
(Yi Hu Aquarium Accessories Division)
No.71 Jalan Lekar Singapore 698950
DID (65) 67661524/1549 Mobile (65) 92780800 FB
They will know what they have on order and when it is likely to be in stock

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