The original, legacy generation Red Sea ReefLED series consists of the ReefLED 50, ReefLED 90, and ReefLED 160S. These units pioneered Red Sea's "Reef-Safe" single-pixel compact LED array concept before being succeeded by the G2 line.
Technical Specifications Comparison
| Feature | ReefLED 50 | ReefLED 90 | ReefLED 160S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total LED Power | 50 W | 90 W | 160 W |
| REEF-SPEC Blue Channel | 40 W (23,000K) | 80 W (23,000K) | 140 W (23,000K) |
| White Channel | 10 W (8,000K/9,000K) | 10 W (8,000K/9,000K) | 20 W (8,000K/9,000K) |
| Moonlight Channel | 3 W | 3 W | 3 W |
| Effective Coverage Area | 50 x 50 cm | 60 x 60 cm | 75 x 75 cm to 80 x 80 cm |
| Maximum Depth Penetration | Up to 50 cm | Up to 60 cm | Up to 80 cm |
| Max Recommended Spacing | ~40 cm | ~50 cm | 75 cm |
Key Differences & Attributes
- The "S" in 160S: Unlike the smaller 50 and 90 models which use a standard circular optical lens layout, the 160S features a unique "stadium" shaped hollow lens. This oval geometric spread is uniquely optimized to penetrate deeper water configurations up to 80 cm while avoiding visual "disco" separation across larger reef setups.
- Spectrum Balance: All three legacy models dedicate the overwhelming majority of their wattage strictly to the REEF-SPEC Blue channel (a proprietary blend of blue, violet, and UV wavelengths). This ensures that even if you alter the visual slider settings to your personal aesthetic preference, the output remains entirely reef-safe.
- Control Platform: Just like the newer models, these generation-one units are powered entirely by built-in Wi-Fi syncing with the Red Sea ReefBeat App, utilizing automated daily scheduling, coral acclimation protection cycles, and random cloud features