Optimal Lighting Conditions by GHL Luminaires

Optimal lighting plays a vital role in the success of aquariums and terrariums. It directly controls the photosynthetic activity of plants and coral symbionts, thus significantly contributing to the preservation of life and health of aquatic animals.

For this reason, we have dedicated countless hours to the research and study of natural lighting for use in aquariums. We seek to create the most realistic lighting scenarios found in nature so that aquatic animals can thrive under the natural lighting conditions that they are accustomed to.

The abrupt changes of light and intensity commonly found in different types of lighting are unrealistic in nature and pose unnecessary stress to animals; these characteristics do not exist in nature. Gradual changes in light spectrum and intensity are key. They support and encourage the biorhythm of animals and plants ideally.

All of our lamps are therefore, dimmable. They allow for gentle lighting transitions with gradual intensity and color changes to almost perfectly simulate true-to-life lighting conditions in the aquarium or terrarium.

Realize Natural Lighting Scenarios

Realistic illumination which follows the course of the day promotes typical behavior of your animals. By utilizing lighting effects such as sunset or moonlight, your fish tank becomes even more interesting and much like nature.

We offer several dimmable high-power LED lighting options and T8/T5 aluminum light bars for you to choose from.

The lamps manufactured in Germany by GHL offer:

  • Sophisticated technology and high quality material
  • Functional and modern design
  • Efficiency and durability

Together with the ProfiLux computer, automated lighting scenarios such as sunrise/sunset, clouds, rainy days, tropical dawnmoonlight simulation, seasonal lighting and thunderstorms are possible.

LED lightbars comparison

ModelPower per 10 cm LED-modulesSeparately dimmable color channelsMain applicationLED technologyCurrent control technology / Efficacy
Mitras Simu-Stick1.2 W4Simulation + main illumination for lower light requirementsMid-Power + Low-Power (RGB)Resistors / Standard
Mitras Slimline4.8 W2Main illumination for high light requirementsMid-PowerLinear controller / High
Mitras Lightbar 27.0 W5 - 7Simulation + main illumination for very high light requirementsHigh-Power + Low-Power (RGB)Switching controller / Very high

Realize your natural lighting with our following products:

For lush, healthy growth and vibrant colors in your fresh or marine water aquarium. The Mitras® LX 7000 series is an ultra-bright LED full-spectrum light with an enormous power density (versions 7006/7206 with up to 195 W) that ensures natural brilliant colors (CRI> 95), uniform illumination, and radiant brightness in your aquarium. Equipped with the innovative GHL…

Mitras Slimline

Mitras Slimline is one of the highest quality and most effective LED lights on the market. The Mitras Slimline is Made in Germany and offers: Homogeneous, brilliant and very bright light through a balanced mix of selected mid-power LEDs in natural colors (model Skywhite CRI > 95, white LEDs > 150 lm/W) Uniformly wide light distribution…

Mitras Lightbar is one of the highest quality and most effective LED lights on the market. The Mitras Lightbar is Made in Germany and offers: Homogeneous, brilliant and very bright light through a balanced mix of selected high-power LEDs in natural colors (CRI > 95, white LEDs > 150 lm/W) Maximal output power with GHL Power…

Mitras-Simu-Stick

The Ultimate in Lighting Effects Mitras-Simu stick creates stunning lighting effects in your aquarium or terrarium and is the perfect supplement to your main illumination. Independently controllable via 4 separate dimmable light colors (neutral white, red, green and blue). You can create a variety of lighting scenarios in your aquarium:     Moonlight     Sunset and Sunrise     Thunderstorm / Lightning…

GHL Lightbars

The Versatile Lightbar GHL Aluminum Light Bars are manufactured in our own production facility under the strictest quality and safety requirements. Made from high quality special and sea water resistant anodized aluminum extruded profile, (50 mm high and 52 mm wide) the GHL ALB provides ensures maximum stability with minimal weight and is available in various sizes for almost every aquarium.…

AquaticLife T5HO Hybrid

GHL is exclusive European distributor for the popular T5HO Hybrid Lights made by the American company AquaticLife®. In September 2017, AquaticLife® was first to market with an innovate product they call the T5HO Hybrid fixture. The fixture is comprised of two T5HO housings, which are connected with each other, that can accommodate many different brands…

ProfiLux 4

ProfiLux Aquarium Controller

For professional and automated lighting scenarios and more.

For dimming of GHL tubular lightbars, Mitras LED lightbars and Mitras-Simu-Stick. The microprocessor-controlled Mitras® LX lights have integrated lighting control and do not need a ProfiLux Controller for dimming.

Features

  • Up to 32 luminaires dimmable, depending on the model
  • Freely adjustable illumination runs
  • Continuously variable brightness and light color of the illumination
  • Fascinating light scenarios