Hygger LED Light - Advanced Spectrum
Product Overview
Make your daily tank care easier with the adaptable Hygger HG978 Advanced Spectrum Aquarium LED Light. Designed for freshwater communities and planted setups, it uses a dense matrix of premium RGB LEDs to deliver a clean, natural 6500K spectrum. The result is bright, high‑CRI lighting that boosts steady plant growth while bringing out the true, iridescent colors of your fish and shrimp.
Key Features & Benefits
- High-CRI 5050 & RGB Diode Array: Emits a gentle, flicker-free full spectrum that maximizes plant light penetration while forcing livestock coloration to pop.
- 3 Versatile Lighting Modes: Features an automated 24/7 sunrise‑to‑moonlight cycle, preset timer blocks (6, 10, or 12 hours), and a fully customizable DIY mode with 7 color choices and adjustable intensity settings.
- 9 Stages of Dimming Control: Allows you to fluidly scale your light output from 10% up to 100%, giving you precise control over target PAR values and photoperiod energy.
- Thickened Aluminum Heat Sink: Premium aluminum housing acts as an efficient passive heat sink, pulling thermal energy away from circuitry to preserve a 50,000-hour operational lifespan.
- Heavy-Duty Water Resistance: Durable sealed construction easily withstands routine water splashes, heavy condensation, and accidental spills.
- Extendable Mounting Brackets: Heavy-duty metal legs slide outward smoothly on both ends, allowing a single fixture to adapt securely onto freshwater aquariums ranging from 12 to 54 inches in length.
- Modular Quick-Disconnect Adapter: Features a separable smart power cord design for effortless maintenance and simple part replacements.
Technical Specifications
Please review the model specifications below to select the ideal fixture length for your aquarium footprint.
| Model | Light Panel Dimensions (L x W x H) | Fits Tank Size Range | Luminous Flux | Power Consumption | LED Count | Operating Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hygger HG978-14W | 11.8" x 4.3" x 1.0" (30.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 12" – 18" (30 – 45 cm) | 817 Lumens | 14 Watts | 58 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
| Hygger HG978-18W | 17.7" x 4.3" x 1.0" (45.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 18" – 24" (45 – 60 cm) | 1,075 Lumens | 18 Watts | 98 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
| Hygger HG978-22W | 23.6" x 4.3" x 1.0" (60.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 24" – 30" (60 – 75 cm) | 1,583 Lumens | 22 Watts | 113 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
| Hygger HG978-26W | 29.5" x 4.3" x 1.0" (75.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 30" – 36" (75 – 90 cm) | 1,662 Lumens | 26 Watts | 130 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
| Hygger HG978-36W | 35.4" x 4.3" x 1.0" (90.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 36" – 42" (90 – 105 cm) | 2,728 Lumens | 36 Watts | 153 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
| Hygger HG978-42W | 47.2" x 4.3" x 1.0" (120.0 x 10.9 x 2.5 cm) | 48" – 54" (122 – 137 cm) | 2,815 Lumens | 42 Watts | 215 LEDs | 110–120V / 220–240V |
What's Included
- 1x Hygger HG978 Advanced Spectrum LED Light Panel (Selected Wattage Model)
- 2x Extendable Stainless Steel Mounting Brackets
- 1x Inline Digital Controller Unit
- 1x Modular Quick-Disconnect Power Adapter Unit (7.2 ft total cable length)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the 24/7 automated mode function on the Hygger HG978?
The 24/7 automated mode simulates a natural day-to-night sun cycle. Setting your local time allows the light to transition smoothly from a soft warm orange sunrise in the morning, to bright 6500K white daylight at midday, down to a deep blue moonlight in the evening before powering down overnight.
2. What is the difference between the DIY mode and the preset timer settings?
Preset timers allow you to choose a simple 6, 10, or 12-hour full-spectrum photoperiod. DIY mode gives you total customization, allowing you to select from 7 distinct colors and 9 brightness stages (10% to 100%) to match your specific plant species and visual preference.
3. Is the Hygger HG978 suitable for growing aquatic plants?
Yes! With its 6500K full-spectrum output and high-CRI RGB diodes, the HG978 provides the exact light spectrum required to promote healthy photosynthesis in low-to-medium tech planted aquariums.