{"product_id":"blade-refugium-12in-30-74cm-20w","title":"Blade Refugium 12in (30.74cm) 20w","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 20 W horticultural LED bar built specifically to grow macroalgae in a refugium, not to light display corals.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Blade Fuge runs a red-and-blue spectrum across 24 LEDs, spread evenly along a 12.1 in (30.7 cm) bar, and ships with the same low-profile rest mount that lets it sit flush on the sump or refugium's own walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorticultural red\/blue spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e — 24 LEDs (6 red, 6 royal blue, 6 cool white, 6 at 430 nm) tuned for macroalgae photosynthesis rather than coral colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeField optics, 95° spread\u003c\/strong\u003e — mixes colour evenly along the length of the bar instead of leaving hot spots under each diode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApp-controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e via Aqua Illumination's Mobius app (iOS\/Android), and it integrates with Neptune Fusion or Apex controllers if you're already running one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile rest mount included\u003c\/strong\u003e — extends up to 4.5 in (11.4 cm) each side, so the bar sits flush on the refugium or sump without extra hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal input voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, so it runs on Australian 240 V\/50 Hz mains through the included adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 W at full power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz (240 V AU mains compatible via included adapter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower cable length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.8 ft (3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.1 x 2.8 x 0.7 in (30.7 x 7 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 total — 6 red, 6 royal blue, 6 cool white, 6 at 430 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeField, 95° spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobius app (iOS\/Android); Neptune Fusion\/Apex compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-profile tank rest included, extends up to 4.5 in (11.4 cm) each side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHYDSL12FU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAqua Illumination markets the Blade Fuge on its LED spectrum and optics rather than a published PAR or PPFD chart, and no depth-based light output figures are available from the manufacturer at the time of writing. If you need a measured PAR reading at your own refugium's water depth, a PAR meter reading taken after setup is the only reliable way to get one — we haven't been able to source a manufacturer chart for this specific model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my sump or refugium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 12.1 in (30.7 cm) long, this bar suits refugium sections and sumps in roughly that length range. The included rest mount extends up to 4.5 in (11.4 cm) on each side, so it can bridge a slightly wider gap than the bar itself, up to about 21 in (53 cm) wall-to-wall. Aqua Illumination doesn't publish a maximum wall thickness or weight rating for the mount, so on an unusual sump layout it's worth checking the fit before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for growing chaeto and other macroalgae in a marine refugium or sump section, and for anyone running reverse-photoperiod lighting to help stabilise pH and nutrient export.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended as display or coral-growth lighting — the spectrum is chosen for macroalgae, not coral colour or PAR-driven coral placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable as a stand-alone display light for a show tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Fuge 12\" 20 W fixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-profile tank rest mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRunning costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 20 W and a typical refugium photoperiod of around 10 hours a day (commonly run on a reverse cycle to the display tank), that works out to roughly 73 kWh a year — about $21.90 a year at 30c\/kWh. Actual cost will move with your own photoperiod and electricity tariff, and the Mobius app lets you set and adjust the schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMains-powered via the included external adapter — keep the adapter itself clear of splash. Aqua Illumination's own Blade product page states the Blade Fuge light bar itself meets IP66 (highest protection against dust ingress, high protection against water jets) — the same rating as the bundled tank rest mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Aqua Illumination's standard fixture warranty in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a small parcel — standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this to light corals instead of a refugium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can run it over a display tank, but its red\/blue horticultural spectrum is chosen for macroalgae growth, not for coral colour or PAR-driven placement, so it isn't the right choice for a coral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with everything I need to mount it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it ships with the low-profile tank rest mount already included, so no separate mounting purchase is needed for a straightforward flush fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it run on Australian power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The power adapter accepts 100–240 VAC at 50–60 Hz, which covers 240 V\/50 Hz Australian mains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I control it with my Apex or Fusion system?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — Aqua Illumination lists Neptune Fusion and Apex compatibility alongside its own Mobius app.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes Aqua Illumination publish a PAR chart for this light?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot that we've been able to find. If PAR at your specific mounting depth matters for your setup, we'd recommend a direct meter reading once it's installed — happy to help you figure out placement in the meantime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Illumination","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293341303075,"sku":"HYDSL12FU","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/blade-refugium-12in-30-74cm-43203666673955.webp?v=1790235412","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/blade-refugium-12in-30-74cm-20w","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}