Help Guides

The Charterhouse Aquatics Help Guides Blog provides comprehensive and practical advice on maintaining aquariums, offering expert tips, step-by-step guides, and product reviews to ensure a healthy and thriving aquatic environment for hobbyists and professionals alike.

Optimising Lighting Schedules for Healthy Aquariums
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Optimising Lighting Schedules for Healthy Aquariums

Learn how to create the perfect aquarium lighting schedule. Discover recommended photoperiods for freshwater, planted, marine, and reef aquariums while reducing algae and improving livestock health.

How to Choose the Right Aquarium Light: Spectrum, PAR & Colour Temperature
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How to Choose the Right Aquarium Light: Spectrum, PAR & Colour Temperature

Learn how to choose the perfect aquarium light by understanding spectrum, PAR, and colour temperature. Discover expert lighting advice for freshwater plants, reef corals, and tropical fish.

Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up AI Blade LEDs with the myAI® App
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Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up AI Blade LEDs with the myAI® App

Learn how to set up and programme your AI Blade LED lighting using the myAI® app. Follow our step-by-step guide to optimise spectrum, intensity, schedules, and acclimation settings.

How to Choose the Right AI Blade LED for Your Aquarium
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How to Choose the Right AI Blade LED for Your Aquarium

Not sure which AI Blade LED is right for your aquarium? Compare the Grow, Glow, Freshwater, and Refugium models to find the perfect lighting solution for your reef or planted...

Best Radion G6 Light Settings for Coral Growth and Color
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Best Radion G6 Light Settings for Coral Growth and Color

Discover the best EcoTech Radion G6 settings for SPS, LPS, and mixed reef aquariums. Learn how to optimise spectrum, PAR, intensity, and photoperiod for maximum coral growth and colour.

EcoTech Radion G6 vs. G5: What’s New and Should You Upgrade?
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EcoTech Radion G6 vs. G5: What’s New and Should You Upgrade?

Comparing the EcoTech Radion G6 and G5? Discover the key differences in spread, PAR distribution, coral growth performance, and whether upgrading to the G6 is worth it.

EcoTech Radion G6 Setup Guide: How to Install and Configure Your Reef Lighting
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EcoTech Radion G6 Setup Guide: How to Install and Configure Your Reef Lighting

Learn how to install, mount, and configure your EcoTech Radion G6 reef light. Discover the best Mobius settings, CoralLab presets, PAR recommendations, and setup tips for coral success.

How to Upgrade Your biOrb Aquarium with MCR Lighting
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How to Upgrade Your biOrb Aquarium with MCR Lighting

Thinking about upgrading your biOrb aquarium? Discover the benefits of MCR lighting, how to install it, and why it’s one of the most popular biOrb upgrades available.

Troubleshooting Common Red Sea ReefLED Issues (Connectivity, Coverage, Acclimation)
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Troubleshooting Common Red Sea ReefLED Issues (Connectivity, Coverage, Acclimation)

Having issues with your Red Sea ReefLED? Learn how to fix common connectivity, coverage, acclimation, scheduling, and coral lighting problems with our troubleshooting guide.

Red Sea ReefLED PAR, Spectrum, and Mounting Guide
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Red Sea ReefLED PAR, Spectrum, and Mounting Guide

Learn how to optimise your Red Sea ReefLED with our complete guide to PAR levels, coral spectrum requirements, mounting heights, and ReefBeat lighting settings.

How to Set Up and Program Red Sea ReefLED with the ReefBeat App
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How to Set Up and Program Red Sea ReefLED with the ReefBeat App

Learn how to install, connect, and program your Red Sea ReefLED using the ReefBeat app. This complete setup guide covers schedules, acclimation mode, moonlight, and coral-friendly settings.

The Ultimate Guide to Setting and Maintaining the Perfect Lighting Schedule for Freshwater & M
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The Ultimate Guide to Setting and Maintaining the Perfect Lighting Schedule for Freshwater & M

Learn how to create the perfect lighting schedule for freshwater and marine aquariums. Discover ideal photoperiods for fish, plants, and corals while reducing algae and improving aquarium health.

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