Description
xPremium Daylight Lighting for Your Aquarium
The Aluxcia E26 Aquarium Light Bulbs deliver crisp, natural daylight at 5500K in a compact 13W LED package. Designed for tanks and open spaces, these bulbs pair efficiency with color accuracy, helping your fish, plants, and decor look its best under steady, true-tone illumination.
What makes this light a practical choice
Built around 36 high-brightness 5730 SMD LEDs, each bulb produces about 1300 lumens while sipping power. The result is bright, even coverage that can replace higher-wattage CFLs in a standard E26 socket. With a 180-degree beam, the light broadens across the tank to minimize shadows and highlight details from edge to edge.
- Energy-friendly design: 13W LED output can substitute roughly a 26W CFL in many setups, delivering efficiency without sacrificing visibility.
- Color and clarity:CRI of 80Ra or higher helps reveal the true colors of fish and decorations in daylight tones.
- Flexible direction: Rotatable E26 base lets you aim the beam where you need it most.
- Safe materials: Mercury-free, UV/IR-free, and designed for long life with minimal heat and buzzing.
- Easy installation: Standard plug-and-play E26 base; no complex mounting required.
Important installation notes
To ensure proper operation, be mindful of ballast compatibility. The ballast must be removed or bypassed because this is an E26 retrofit LED designed to work without the ballast wired into the circuit. Following basic safety steps helps prevent issues and keeps the setup reliable.
- Before you begin, power off the circuit and verify the supply is AC 85–265V.
- Bypass or remove the existing ballast to avoid flicker or non-start conditions.
- Handle bulbs with care; the unit uses a standard E26 medium screw base for easy replacement.
- Two bulbs come in the box, supporting two-tank setups or a quick spare for backups.
Scenarios and use cases
Ideal for fish tanks, aquariums, and home or small commercial lighting projects, these bulbs offer a reliable daylight option that’s easy to configure. The neutral white tone helps showcase tank inhabitants and landscape features while remaining gentle on surrounding spaces. Use them in households or office setups where a clean, daylight ambiance is preferred, and consider pairing with compatible fixtures for broader coverage.
In short, the Aluxcia E26 2-pack provides a practical, energy-conscious lighting solution with flexible aiming, strong color rendering, and straightforward installation. It’s a sensible option to explore when you want a dependable daylight upgrade for your aquatic display without committing to high-wattage lighting.
FAQ
Q: What’s included in the box?
A: Two 13W LED E26 bulbs designed for ballast bypass.
Q: Do I need to bypass the ballast during installation?
A: Yes. The ballast must be removed or bypassed to avoid flicker and ensure proper operation.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
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