treesprite September 11, 2007 Share September 11, 2007 I read a diy somewhere, where the guy turned a fluval canister filter into a fuge with macros in it, by putting a small battery-operated submersible light inside of it. So, where would I obtain such a light? Or is there a way I could waterproof one of those powerful mini flo. lights? I would love to try this for a nano! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rascal September 11, 2007 Share September 11, 2007 Just make sure your GFCI is working first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treesprite September 11, 2007 Author Share September 11, 2007 (edited) What is a GFCI? I suppose I could make a hole and seal it around a cord for a plug-in light. I see submersible halogens for fountains, but I don't know how many watts I will need for inside the canister. Edited September 11, 2007 by treesprite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treesprite September 12, 2007 Author Share September 12, 2007 (edited) I found something. Underwater lights for fishing. Tell me what you think. http://www.fishinglightsetc.com/index.html http://www.myfishingandcamping.com/eMercha...p?idCategory=36 Edited September 12, 2007 by treesprite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisS September 12, 2007 Share September 12, 2007 I think they used LED lights for this mod. You can buy small submersible ones made to go in beta bowls from some of the LFS or you can find larger ones by doing an ebay search. I actually have a set of blue ones that I use as a moonlight that I bought off ebay seller MeasureExplorer and have been happy with. I also think I read somewhere that someone used the rope of lights they sell as outdoor xmas lights and just coiled them around inside the canister. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treesprite September 12, 2007 Author Share September 12, 2007 (edited) shoot I edited my post to add a link to led lights and after I posted it your response was here But the question for the rope lights - which sounds like a good idea - is, would it be ok in saltwater and not leak? They can be out in rain I'm sure, but total submersion long-term is another story. Edited September 12, 2007 by treesprite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rascal September 12, 2007 Share September 12, 2007 What is a GFCI? Something that could save your life. Electricity and water can be a dangerous combination. Read here: http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2002-03/jg/index.php http://saltaquarium.about.com/library/blank/bl_GFCI.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treesprite September 12, 2007 Author Share September 12, 2007 (edited) Something that could save your life. Electricity and water can be a dangerous combination. Read here: http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2002-03/jg/index.php http://saltaquarium.about.com/library/blank/bl_GFCI.htm Yeah I already know that. That's why I need something that is mean for submersing. It seems there are a lot more things out there than I realized. I can't mess with the wiring because I'm in an apartment. I saw a "safety" extension cord in the store and I'm wondering if that kind of works the same way??? I'm wondering about the submersible LED lights, like how many it would take to have enough light. I'm also trying to figure out how to position various things inside of the canister. Edited September 12, 2007 by treesprite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason the filter freak September 12, 2007 Share September 12, 2007 Tagging along here, I was interested in this for my lion tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhogan September 13, 2007 Share September 13, 2007 Personally, I'd only put DC inside my tank, that way I don't have to worry about dying. You can easily get the parts from radio shack, including the lights too I'm guessing (if not, then online). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davjbeas September 13, 2007 Share September 13, 2007 heres a link to underwater lighting http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/23741/product.web David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanman September 18, 2007 Share September 18, 2007 CalPump Egg Lights - like the ones I have in my pond. Even comes with multiple color filters. http://www.123ponds.com/ca10weggliw3.html bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treesprite September 18, 2007 Author Share September 18, 2007 I don't know that pond lights are enough light. Some specifically say not for use in aquariums. I think I'm going to give up on it for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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