Blade Smart LED Strip – Refugium (12 inch)

Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light by AquaIllumination – Compact Power for Your Macroalgae Game

The Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light by AquaIllumination isn’t just another sleek aquarium light. This little powerhouse is purpose-built to supercharge macroalgae growth, enhance biological filtration, and cut down unwanted nutrients—without adding heat or noise to your setup. Think of it as the planted aquarium light your sump didn’t know it needed.

Refugium Performance That Packs a Punch

Designed for refugiums, sumps, and other nutrient-hungry systems, the Blade Smart LED Strip delivers focused spectrum output in a small footprint.

• Boosts macroalgae growth with a custom red-blue-white mix

• Smooth color blending thanks to EdgeField™ Optics

• 95° spread ensures wide, even coverage

• Minimal shadowing and natural shimmer effect

• IP66 water resistance protects it from splash and salt

• Passive cooling keeps it silent and maintenance-free

It’s like photosynthesis on autopilot—only smarter and quieter.

Balanced Lighting for Macroalgae and More

This LED refugium light brings more than just PAR. It spreads usable light evenly, hugging tank contours to avoid dead zones.

• Even PAR output with EdgeField™ optical technology

• Designed for use in sumps and refugium chambers

• Ideal for growing Chaetomorpha and other macroalgae

• Delivers a horticultural red-blue blend with added white and 430nm

• Helps stabilize nutrient export while enhancing biodiversity

Combine multiple Blade strips and it mimics the old-school T5 spread—without the heat, noise, or electric bill.

Mount the Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light Your Way

AquaIllumination gets it—tanks and sumps come in all shapes. The Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light adapts to them all.

Blade Mounting Options:

• Tank Rest (Included): Low-profile arm fits most sumps, rimless or rimmed

• Elevated Tank Rest: Adds clearance and better spread for deeper systems

• Hanging Kit: Brushed aluminum, ideal for multi-bar setups

• Hybrid Mount: Mount with Hydra or Radion for a sleek mix of power

• HMS Adapter Arm: For integration into existing AquaIllumination rail systems

• Custom Options: Use built-in M8 threads to build your own mount

However you set it up—sump, stand, hang—it fits. No tools, no drama.

Control the Blade Smart Refugium Light Strip with MyAI or Mobius

Forget clunky buttons or complicated timers. The Blade Smart LED connects wirelessly through your phone.

• Compatible with myAI and Mobius apps (iOS + Android)

• Adjust spectrums and schedule photoperiods

• Control multiple fixtures from one dashboard

• Pre-programmed lighting templates included

• Manual onboard button lets you toggle settings directly

Less tapping. More growing.

Compatible with MXM & Apex Fusion

The Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light plays nicely with others.

Neptune Systems, EcoTech Marine, and AquaIllumination joined forces for MXM—a centralized wireless hub for gear control. That means:

• No more jumping between apps

• Apex Fusion becomes your one-stop dashboard

• Full spectrum and intensity control in your existing ecosystem

If your Apex already runs your reef, it can now run your refugium too.

Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium Light Specifications

• Length: 12.1 in

• Width: 2.8 in

• Height: 0.7 in (Tank Rest adds up to 9 in)

• Power Consumption: 20W max

• LED Array per Fixture: 6x Red, 6x Royal Blue, 6x Cool White, 6x 430nm

• Voltage Input: 100–240V AC (50/60Hz)

• Cable Length: 9.8 ft

• Water Resistance: IP66-rated

• Certifications: UL, CE, RoHS

What’s Included in Blade Smart LED Strip Refugium the Packaging?

• 1x 12" Blade Refugium LED Light

• 1x Power Adapter

• 1x Tank Rest Mounting Kit

No extra parts. No guesswork. Just plug it in and watch the algae go to work.

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