Blade Refugium

Refugium Spectrum

A hardcore horticultural spectrum of red and blue will not win any beauty contest, it will however, grow macroalgae. Nutrient-consuming macroalgae will flourish under the right conditions and the right lighting. The Blade Refugium delivers this highly targeted spectrum.

LEDs

The AI Blade® Refugium utilizes the latest LED technology from leading manufacturers, arranged to provide the best performance.

• 6 – Red
• 6 – Royal Blue
• 6 – Cool White
• 6 – 430nm

EdgeField™ Optics

Optics are one of the most important components of an advanced lighting system.  Edgefield™ technology incorporated in the Blade delivers even PAR, smooth color mixing and exceptional spread.

Edgefield optics, designed exclusively for the Blade, provide an incredible, 95 degree spread while achieving unmatched light mixing along the length of the blade. The specular exit surface presents a crisp and natural shimmer in your aquarium.

Bright-Sized

The Blade Coral Grow, Blade Coral Glow and Blade Freshwater are available in 7 different sizes. Regardless of tank size or application, Blade has you covered. 

Tank Rest Included

For Blades sized up to 39.1 inches the Low Profile Tank Rest is included. The tank rest extends up to 4.5 inches on either side of the blade (for a total of 9 inches).

Mounting Clips Included

For Blades over 39.1 inches Blade Mounting Clips are included. These clips are compatible with the AI HMS Single-Arm and HMS Hanging Kit rails.  Different application? No problem, the Blade has many other mounting options available or use the clips with your custom mount.

Water Resistant

Blade is not only versatile but built to last in the harsh-environment of marine aquariums. Blade meets IP66 standards which indicate the highest protection against particles and a high level of protection against water.

Build Your Solution

Better Together:

Blade Coral Grow is designed for maximum PAR efficiency and Blade Coral Glow is designed for maximum fluorescence. Mix them together and get the best of both. Peak performance is best achieved in a ratio of 2:1 Grow to Glow, but one of each is perfectly acceptable when less light is needed.

Solo:

The beauty of Blade is its versatility. Used alone the Blade Coral Grow provides an excellent source of tuned light for your marine aquarium. Attractive and powerful, an adjustable but easy spectrum ensures great coral growth. Edgefield Optics delivers well mixed color and super even spread while preserving the caustics that make your tank sparkle.

Full Custom:

Love the fill of a large fixture and the vibrance of a pendant? Embrace full spectrum for daytime but want to see a glowing sunset? Have great lights already but want to fill in some gaps or pop fluorescence? Blade has you covered. Easily usable with your existing Radion or Hydra fixtures and so easily mountable they will work with many others, go ahead,  customize your aquarium lighting your way!

Silent Running

The Blade incorporates a highly efficient heat sink design. Passive cooling means no fan and no air movement or fan noise. This makes the Blade ideal for lighting aquariums in living spaces where less noise is a big plus.

 

Blade Hanging

The Blade Hanging Kit from AI is an elegant way to suspend your light above your tank. Made of high-quality brushed aluminum in an attractive black finish. Available in 3, 4, and 6 light configurations for all size Blade fixtures.

Kit includes: 2 bars, appropriate number of Blade mounting clips and V-wires. For use with the HMS hanging kit (sold separately).

 

Elevated Tank Mount

The Elevated Tank Mount makes for an attractive and sturdy solution for mounting your AI Blade™. Mounting for rimmed or rimless tanks, the elevated tank mount increases light spread and allows for easier access into the aquarium.

 

Hybrid Mount

The Hybrid Mount allows for Blade mounting using either the AquaIllumination Hydra or EcoTech Radion pendant fixtures. Each kit contains two mounting bars and clips to use with the HMS, RMS or equivalent multi-light hanging kits. Works with one or multiple Hydra or Radion fixtures (not for use with HMS 2-Arm Kit).

 

M8 Mounting Thread

Want even more mounting options? The Blade includes a M8 mounting thread at each end. The custom mount possibilities are endless.

Simple Built-in Control

All AI devices include smart control standard. Choose from the myAI®  or Mobius app on any iOS or Android device to easily set up or program your AI equipment. Add Neptune Fusion control via Apex with Apex and MXM module.

myAI:

-App Store

-Google Play Store

Mobius:

-App Store

-Google Play Store

 

PAR

Carefully planned LED geometry coupled with Edgefield lens technology delivers amazing light efficiency. The Blade provides extremely even output over an impressive coverage area making for an easily usable light source that is both effective and attractive.

 

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Length 12.1in. (30.7cm)
Width 2.8in. (7cm)
Height .7in. (1.6cm)

Power Specifications
Power Consumption 20W at full power
Universal Input Range 100 to 240VAC / 50-60Hz
Cable Length 9.8ft. (3m)
PSU Regulatory Compliance UL, CE & RoHS 

What’s in the Box
AI Blade® Refugium
Power Adapter
Blade Tank Rest Mounting Solution