- Sku: E8-230
- Vendor: Maxspect
Maxspect Ethereal Infinite E8-230 LED Light Fixture | 230W Reef Light
The Maxspect Ethereal Infinite E8-230 is a 230W full-spectrum reef LED built around 276 LED chips across 8 channels, from 390 nm UV to 665 nm red. Because the chips are capable of far more than the fixture draws, it can run anywhere from full blue to full white with power to spare. The slim aluminum housing is just 1¼ in thick, a smart cooling fan keeps it running cool, and Maxspect's Syna-G Cloud app handles color, schedules, moonlight, and coral acclimation. Browse all aquarium lighting.
Features
- High output: 230W driving 276 LED chips, with over 900 PAR at the center 12 in below the fixture (Maxspect's own test).
- 8-channel full spectrum: UV, violet, deep blue, royal blue, light blue, cyan, green, cool white, warm white, and red.
- Syna-G Cloud app control: set color, intensity, and schedules from your phone (iOS and Android).
- Coral Habitat Regions presets: lighting modeled on the Great Barrier Reef, Sabah, Bali, Palawan, and Okinawa, with dawn and dusk cycles.
- Acclimation mode: ramps intensity up over a schedule so new corals can adjust to the light.
- Moonlight with an automated lunar cycle
- Energy-saving mode: a lower-power setting suited to low-light corals.
- Mood lighting: customizable accent lights with 18 light patterns that can sync to music.
- Smart cooling: a fan pulls air through the top and vents it out the sides of the aluminum housing.
- Maintenance shutoff: the fixture turns itself off when you flip it up to work in the tank.
What's Included
- Ethereal Infinite E8-230 LED light fixture
- Power supply
- Tank mounting bracket (clamps glass 10 to 20 mm thick)
- Cord grommet
- Light shield
LED Channels
| Channel | Color | Wavelength | LEDs |
| A | UV / Violet / Deep Blue | 390-400 / 410-420 / 435-440 nm | 12 / 12 / 12 |
| B | Royal Blue | 450-455 nm | 96 |
| C | Light Blue | 460-470 nm | 72 |
| D | Cyan | 470-480 nm | 12 |
| E | Green | 520-525 nm | 12 |
| F | Cool White | 9000-11000K | 24 |
| G | Warm White | 2800-3200K | 12 |
| H | Red | 660-665 nm | 12 |
PAR at Center (Maxspect Test)
| 12 in (30 cm) below | 906 PAR |
| 16 in (40 cm) below | 580 PAR |
| 20 in (50 cm) below | 391 PAR |
| 24 in (60 cm) below | 279 PAR |
The full PAR map in the photos shows readings out to 16 in either side of center.
Specifications
| Brand | Maxspect |
| Model | Ethereal Infinite E8-230 |
| Wattage | 230W |
| LEDs | 276 chips, 8 channels |
| Spectrum | 390 nm UV to 665 nm red |
| Dimensions | 13 in L x 10 in W x 1¼ in H (33 x 25.5 x 3.25 cm) |
| Fixture weight | 3.55 lb (1613 g) |
| Housing | Aluminum alloy with fan cooling |
| Control | Syna-G Cloud app |
| Mount | Tank bracket for 10 to 20 mm glass |
| Warranty | 2-year manufacturer warranty |
FAQ
Is it strong enough for SPS corals?
It is built for demanding reef tanks. Maxspect measured 906 PAR at the center 12 in below the fixture and 391 PAR at 20 in, so you can dial it down for soft corals and LPS or run it higher for SPS.
How do I control it?
Through Maxspect's Syna-G Cloud app on iOS or Android. It sets color, intensity, schedules, moonlight, acclimation, and the Coral Habitat Regions presets.
Will it fit my tank?
The included bracket clamps onto glass 10 to 20 mm thick. The fixture itself is 13 in by 10 in.
What is the difference between the E8-230 and E8-150?
Wattage. The E8-230 runs at 230W and the E8-150 at 150W.
Is there a smaller Maxspect light?
Yes. The Maxspect Jump MJ-L260 is a 60W reef light for tanks 16 to 24 in long.
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Maxspect Ethereal Infinite E8-230 LED Light Fixture | 230W Reef Light
