Reef Brite Lumi Lite PRO, 36" Freshwater Aquarium LED Light Strip - Plantlyte
SKU: RB-LLPRO36-PL
MSRP: $ 232.27
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Available Through Authorized Retailer
Optimized for 3-Foot Planted Aquariums: Measures a full 36 inches to provide continuous, end-to-edge full-spectrum illumination across standard 3-foot tanks (such as 30-gallon, 40-gallon breeder, 50-gallon, and 65-gallon planted systems).
Proprietary Plantlyte Spectrum: Precision-engineered blend of full-spectrum daylight, enhanced deep red, and photosynthetic blue wavelengths to drive vigorous chlorophyll A and B synthesis.
High-Density LumiLite PRO Diode Array: Packed with tightly spaced surface-mount micro-LEDs that eliminate disco-ball color separation while producing uniform, wide-angle light spread.
High CRI Visual Clarity: Enhances the natural coloration of aquatic plants, hardscape driftwood, and tropical fish without washing out delicate green and red hues.
Passive Extruded Aluminum Heatsink: Ultra-slim aircraft-grade aluminum chassis silently radiates thermal energy upward, keeping tank water cool without failure-prone fans.
Automation & Dimmer Ready: Fully dimmable and easily paired with Reef Brite inline rotary dimmers, Bluetooth LE modules, or 0–10V aquarium controllers.
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Reef Brite 36-Inch Lumi Lite PRO Plantlyte LED Strip Light
Illuminating a standard 3-foot planted aquarium—especially wide footprints like a 40 Gallon Breeder—often presents challenges when utilizing clustered puck fixtures or single pendants, which create harsh spotlighting and leave tank ends in shadow. The Reef Brite Lumi Lite PRO, 36" Freshwater Aquarium LED Light Strip - Plantlyte (SKU: RB-LLPRO36-PL) is the official OEM linear LED fixture engineered specifically for 36-Inch (3-Foot) Planted Aquariums, High-Tech Aquascapes, and Nature Biotope Displays.
Spanning a full 36 inches, the RB-LLPRO36-PL delivers edge-to-edge linear coverage across the entire layout. Rather than utilizing generic cool-white LEDs that can promote nuisance green spot algae while washing out natural plant tones, Reef Brite’s proprietary Plantlyte spectral profile focuses photon emission directly into the primary absorption bands of chlorophyll A (430nm and 662nm) and chlorophyll B (453nm and 642nm). This targeted delivery stimulates rapid cell division, tight internodal spacing in stem plants, and intense coloration in red varieties like Rotala macrandra, Ludwigia, and Alternanthera reineckii. Concurrently, a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) presents schooling tetras, dwarf cichlids, and natural driftwood in authentic visual detail. Housed in a black anodized extruded aircraft-grade aluminum chassis, the fixture acts as an integrated passive heatsink, operating completely silently and dissipating heat upward away from the water column without mechanical cooling fans.
Ideal Application & Upgrade Scenarios
If you are designing a 40 Breeder or 50-gallon high-tech aquascape, upgrading a 36-inch canopy setup from aging T5 fluorescent lamps to solid-state LED efficiency, or seeking an ultra-slim supplemental strip to boost foreground carpet PAR, the RB-LLPRO36-PL provides high-efficiency photosynthetic output in a refined, low-profile form factor.
(Note: Package includes (1) 36-inch LumiLite PRO Plantlyte LED Light Fixture, (1) Set of Adjustable Tank Mount Legs/Brackets, and (1) Dedicated DC Power Supply. Inline dimmers, timers, and specialized hanging hardware sold separately).
What’s Included:
(1) Reef Brite LumiLite PRO 36-Inch Plantlyte LED Light Fixture (RB-LLPRO36-PL)
(2) Stainless Steel / Acrylic Adjustable Tank-Mount Support Legs
(1) Dedicated Electronic DC Power Supply with AC Power Cord
Technical Specs:
SKU / Factory Part Identifier: RB-LLPRO36-PL
Fixture Length: 36.0 Inches (~91.4 cm)
Fixture Dimensions: 36.0" L x 1.25" W x 0.5" H
Target Environment: Freshwater Planted, High-Tech Aquascaping, Paludarium, Macroalgae Refugium
Spectrum Technology: Plantlyte Full-Spectrum (Chlorophyll A & B Enhanced Photosynthetic Wavelengths)
LED Architecture: High-Density Surface-Mount Device (SMD) Micro-LED Array
Chassis Material: Black Anodized Extruded Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
Cooling Design: 100% Passive Convection Cooling (Fanless / Completely Silent)
Control / Dimming: Manual Inline Dimmer, Bluetooth LE Module (RB-BT-CTRL), or 0–10V Interface Ready
Input Voltage: 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Recommended Tank Footprint: 36" L x 12" W to 36" L x 18" W Aquariums
Installation & Operating Guidelines:
Unbox the fixture and verify that the 36-inch aluminum housing, DC lead cord, and power adapter are undamaged.
Determine your preferred mounting method:
Tank Rim Mounting: Slide the adjustable stainless steel mounting legs into the side extrusion channels at both ends of the fixture and rest them securely on the aquarium rim.
Canopy Mounting: Fasten the fixture to the inner wooden framework of your canopy using mounting clips or L-brackets, ensuring the LED surface sits at least 2 to 4 inches above the water line.
Align the light strip so the diodes project directly downward across the entire length of the substrate.
Plug the low-voltage barrel connector from the fixture lead directly into the female plug of the included DC power supply (or connect via an optional inline dimmer/controller).
Establish a drip loop along the power cord below the electrical socket to prevent condensation or water droplets from running into the wall outlet.
Connect the power supply to an AC wall receptacle, digital lighting timer, or smart controller outlet.
Set an initial photoperiod of 6 hours daily, gradually increasing to 7–8 hours as plant biomass expands and nutrient uptake stabilizes.
Pro Tips:
- Carpet 36" x 18" Footprints by Running Dual Strips. On wide 36-inch footprints like a 40 Gallon Breeder (36" L x 18" W), a single centered strip provides medium light suitable for mid-tech stem plants and crypts. For demanding foreground carpets (Glossostigma elatinoides, Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba', or dwarf hairgrass), run two 36-inch Plantlyte strips—one positioned toward the front rim angled slightly inward and one across the mid-to-rear—powered and synchronized from a single adapter using an RB-12WAY splitter cable.
- Synchronize Photoperiod with Dissolved CO2 Saturation. Because the Plantlyte spectrum provides high photosynthetic stimulation, running peak light intensity without adequate carbon availability can trigger staghorn or black brush algae (BBA). When using pressurized CO2, ensure the gas solenoid turns on 1.5 to 2 hours prior to the light strip illuminating. This guarantees the water column reaches an optimal ~30 ppm dissolved CO2 concentration the moment photosynthesis begins.