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420/460 nm Lamp: Emits light which produces an identifiable or measurable change when it interacts
with matter. Actinic lighting is visibly blue and will need a full spectrum bulb to help offset the color
distortion. The light wavelength promotes the growth of Zoaxanthellae algae, essential for the growth and
well-being of all photosynthetic corals and invertebrates.
6,000k Lamp: Emits a balanced light that includes peaks in the blue and red spectrums that closely
matches the chlorophyll absorption peaks in plants and enhances fish colors.
10,000k Lamp: Emits a spectrum that produces a full range of white light that is beneficial to Marine
organisms. The lamp mimics the color of light that can be found in equatorial regions of the world.
Drip Loop: To arrange an electrical cord so it hangs down well below the outlet before running back up
again. Any water running down the cord will drip down from the loop, rather than running uphill to enter
the outlet.
gFCi: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, a device used to measure if any electrical current is “leaking”
from the circuit. If a “leak” is determined the GFCI will switch the power off.
Power Factor: A measure of the effectiveness with which an electrical device converts volt-amperes to
watts
nanometer: (nm) A unit in which wavelengths of light are expressed. 1 nm = 0.000000001 meter (1
billionth of a meter).
roseate Lamp: Emits light that closely matches the chlorophyll absorption peak in the red spectrum to
enhance plant growth. Use with 6,000K lamp(s).
