{"product_id":"maxspect-jump-mj-l230-led-light-nano-reef-saltwater","title":"Maxspect Jump MJ-L230 LED Light Fixture | Compact Reef Light for Nano Saltwater Aquariums","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMaxspect Jump MJ-L230\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, high-output reef LED light fixture designed for nano and small saltwater aquariums up to ~40 gallons. Combining a balanced blue + white spectrum with Maxspect's renowned color rendering, the MJ-L230 delivers reef-grade PAR for soft corals, LPS, and SPS in a low-profile package that won't dominate your nano build. Browse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\"\u003esaltwater equipment\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquaillumination\"\u003ereef lighting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the MJ-L230\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef-grade PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e — full blue + white spectrum tuned for coral growth, color, and PE (polyp extension).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact gooseneck\u003c\/strong\u003e — sleek mount fits over rimless and AIO nano tanks without crowding the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet, efficient cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e — aluminum heat sink keeps temps low and lifespan long without loud fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e — AC-powered, no controller required to get going.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame Jump series chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e as the popular MJ-L165 found in Maxspect Dice AIO builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gooseneck arm clamps to most rimless tanks and AIO cubes; adjust height and angle for your aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotoperiod\u003c\/strong\u003e — start with 6–8 hours of full intensity per day. Build up to 8–10 hours over 2–4 weeks as corals acclimate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistance\u003c\/strong\u003e — mount 6–10″ above the water surface for nano tanks; closer for higher PAR, farther for softies and lower-light corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcclimation\u003c\/strong\u003e — new corals from lower-light systems should be placed near the bottom of the tank for the first week, then moved up gradually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px; width: 35%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eMaxspect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eJump MJ-L230\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCompact reef LED light fixture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eBlue + White (full reef)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNano \u0026amp; small reef tanks (~10–40 gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAdjustable gooseneck clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAC powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSaltwater \/ Reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e256380\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/maxspect-jump-mj-gf316-gyre-flow-pump-with-controller\"\u003eMaxspect Jump MJ-GF316 Gyre Flow Pump\u003c\/a\u003e — matched-series gyre flow for the same nano build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquailumination-212459-prime-16-hd-led-reef-light-white\"\u003eAquaIllumination Prime 16 HD\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquaillumination-hydra-32-hd-led-reef-light-white\"\u003eHydra 32 HD\u003c\/a\u003e — controllable upgrade options for larger reefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquaillumination\"\u003eAll AquaIllumination lighting\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\"\u003eall saltwater supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/red-sea-calcium-pro-test-kit\"\u003eRed Sea Calcium Pro Test Kit\u003c\/a\u003e — keep coral chemistry dialed in as growth picks up under stronger light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will this grow SPS corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: In nano-depth tanks (under 14″) the MJ-L230 puts out enough PAR for low-to-medium light SPS placed in the upper third. For dedicated SPS-dominant displays, consider stepping up to a controllable AquaIllumination Hydra or AI Prime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a refugium light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: No. The MJ-L230 uses a reef spectrum (blue + white) for coral growth. For refugium \/ Chaetomorpha growth, use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/maxspect-jump-mj-l230r-led-refugium-light-saltwater\"\u003eMJ-L230R\u003c\/a\u003e (red horticultural spectrum).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it need a controller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: No — it's plug-and-play. Pair with a basic outlet timer to automate your photoperiod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What size tank is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Nano and small reef tanks roughly 10–40 gallons. For larger displays you'll want multiple units or a more powerful fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maxspect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48736507265243,"sku":"256380","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_8b694eea-0b53-4e00-a89e-622a7fdb68ff.png?v=1777726479","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/maxspect-jump-mj-l230-led-light-nano-reef-saltwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}