Orphek LED lighting for public aquarium showcases Amazonas series in amazing Big Blue & Shark Vision Boat Experience at Palma Aquarium in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

In today’s post, we’re thrilled to share another extraordinary moment from Orphek’s global journey of innovation in public aquarium lighting.
Our latest destination: the sun-soaked island of Palma de Mallorca, where our team visited the acclaimed Palma Aquarium to witness Orphek lights in action within one of Europe’s most breathtaking marine exhibits—The Big Blue, Europe’s deepest shark tank and the dramatic setting for the thrilling Shark Vision Boat experience.

Palma Aquarium is ranked among the most interactive and top-rated aquariums in Europe.
Known for its commitment to marine conservation and education, the aquarium invites visitors to explore vibrant ecosystems, attend feedings of sharks, rays, turtles, and piranhas, and discover the largest exhibition of living corals in the world.
But for many, the true highlight lies in the encounter with the ocean’s apex predators—in a tank that’s as impressive as its inhabitants.
The Big Blue – A Fully Immersive World, Brought to Life by Orphek
At the heart of Palma Aquarium stands The Big Blue, officially the deepest shark tank in Europe. With dimensions of 8.5 meters (28 feet) deep, 33 meters (108 feet) long, and 25 meters (82 feet) wide, this vast ecosystem holds an astonishing 3.5 million liters (920,000 gallons) of saltwater.

Inside, guests can encounter:
- 6 sand tiger sharks
- 5 sandbar sharks
- Over 1,000 fish, including rays and other pelagic species

Visitors experience the majesty of this tank from two extraordinary perspectives:
- From below, through a transparent tunnel that winds through the observation area, letting sharks glide silently above them
- From above, aboard the Shark Vision Boat, a transparent-bottomed vessel that floats directly over the tank
Lighting plays a defining role in making both of these encounters unforgettable—and that’s where Orphek steps in.
Orphek Amazonas 500 and Amazonas 320 LED lights are installed above The Big Blue, illuminating the entire tank—transforming it into a fully immersive, radiant marine environment that’s visible from every angle.

Enhancing Every Angle – Above and Below
Whether you’re standing beneath the sharks in the tunnel or gliding above them in the Shark Vision Boat, the experience is exquisitely lit by Orphek.
The Amazonas 500 delivers deep light penetration, ideal for the tank’s high volume and the depth required to showcase large species such as sand tiger sharks, rays, and other pelagic fish. With its ability to mimic natural sunlight, it brings out the true colors and dynamic movement of these majestic animals while preserving their well-being.
The movement of light across the sand tiger sharks’ bodies, the shimmer on a ray’s wings, the true colors of the coral rockwork—everything becomes visible in cinematic detail.

Meanwhile, the Amazonas 320 provides focused, balanced illumination across key areas, particularly around the upper viewing zone. This ensures that guests aboard the Shark Vision Boat see not just outlines, but a crisp, vivid view of the marine life below—a true ocean encounter enhanced by perfect lighting conditions.
Together, the two fixtures create a lighting environment that’s as functional as it is breathtaking—prioritizing animal welfare, enhancing visitor engagement, and enabling both top-down and underwater views that are equally spectacular.
Beyond The Big Blue, Palma Aquarium boasts:
- 55 tanks with a total of 5 million liters of seawater
- Approximately 8,000 marine specimens across 700 species
It’s a place where marine life is celebrated, education is hands-on, and every detail—from water quality to lighting—is carefully curated to offer an unforgettable experience.
Lighting the Future of Aquarium Exhibits

Our mission has always been to design and deliver cutting-edge lighting systems that benefit both the animals and the people who come to admire them.
It was an incredible experience for our team to see how Orphek’s advanced lighting systems help create a truly immersive encounter—where visitors aboard the Shark Vision Boat feel as if they’re floating in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by the silent power and grace of these apex predators.

This installation is a perfect example of how powerful, efficient, and expertly designed lighting can transform a public aquarium exhibit—creating immersive, emotionally resonant encounters that deepen respect for the marine world.
We’re honored to be part of Palma Aquarium’s innovative approach to marine education and thrilled to see Orphek’s technology helping to transform public aquarium spaces into unforgettable journeys beneath the surface.
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Orphek Partnerships:
- Nausicaá Public Aquarium (Boulogne-sur-Mer, France)
- Biarritz Aquarium (France)
- Aquarium Ajaccio (France)
- Chengdu Public Aquarium (China)
- Burj Al Arab Aquariums (UAE)
- The Lost Chambers Aquarium & The Ambassador Lagoon (UAE)
- National Aquarium Abu Dhabi (UAE)
- The Kuwait Scientific Center TSCK (Kuwait)
- Aquatic Fisheries Research Center (Al Khor, Qatar)
- Oman Aquarium (Muscat, Oman)
- Tivoli Gardens (Denmark)
- National Aquarium Den Blå Planet (Kastrup, Denmark)
- Zoo Center Vaerloese (Denmark)
- Monsoon Aquatics (Cairns, Australia)
- Cairns Public Aquarium (Cairns, Australia)
- AIMS Australian Institute of Marine Science (Australia)
- MERL The Minderoo Foundation Exmouth Research Lab (Australia)
- James Cook University Aquarium (Townsville, Australia)
- National Zoo & Aquarium (Canberra, Australia)
- The Aquarium of Western Australia (Hillarys, Australia)
- Forever Reef Project – Great Barrier Legacy – World’s first Biobank (Queensland, Australia)
- Heron Island Research Station – UQ (Australia)
- Whitsunday Airport Heart Reef Aquarium (Australia)
- Great Barrier Reef Legacy (Australia)
- Southern Cross University (Australia)
- Daydream Island Resort & Reef Aquarium (Australia)
- Centre for Marine Ecosystems Research (CMER) (Australia)
- Taman Safari (Indonesia)
- Bxsea Oceanarium (Indonesia)
- The Maritime Museum & Aquarium Gothenburg (Sweden)
- Herkules Zoo AB (Sweden)
- Tropicarium Kolmården (Sweden)
- Zella-Mehlis Sea Aquarium (Germany)
- Palma Aquarium (Palma de Maiorca, Spain)
- XPLORE Entertainment Center (Athens, Greece)
- Sea World Prague (Prague, Czech Republic)
- Aquatika Freshwater Aquarium Karlovac (Croatia)
- Unity Park – Grand Palace in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
- Kenya Tropical Sealife (Kenya)
- Kula Wild Adventure Park (Fiji)
- Tynemouth Aquarium (England, UK)
- Blue Planet Aquarium (Cheshire, UK)
- Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth (England, UK)
- Vancouver Aquarium (Canada)
- The Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada (Toronto, Canada)
- Sea Life Caverns – West Edmonton mall (Canada)
- St. Louis Public Aquarium (USA)
- Georgia Aquarium (Atlanta, USA)
- North Carolina Public Aquarium (USA)
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (Utah, USA)
- Aquarium of the Pacific (CA, USA)
- The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (USA)
- The Butterfly House & Aquarium (South Dakota, USA)
- Albuquerque BioNational Aquarium (New Mexico, USA)
- Shark Research Institute (NJ, USA)
- Marine Exploration Center (St. Petersburg, USA)
- Sea Turtle Inc. Rehabilitation Center (Texas, USA)
- Cameron Park Zoo (Texas, USA)
- Indianapolis Zoo (USA)
- The Maritime Aquarium (USA)
- Atlantis Aquarium (Paradise Islands, Bahamas)
- Douglas Island Pink and Chum Salmon Hatchery (Alaska, USA)
- East Bay Regional Park District (Oakland, USA)
- AquaMundo of Sambil Mall (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic)
Orphek Expertise
Orphek has been providing advanced LED lighting solutions for public aquariums for over a decade. Recognizing that lighting is a critical investment for these venues, Orphek designs systems that go beyond simple illumination, aiming to enhance the entire aquarium experience for both marine life and visitors.
Orphek: Driving Innovation Through Scientific Collaboration
Driven by a commitment to biodiversity preservation, Orphek collaborates with leading marine biologists, coral reproductive experts, and reef restoration specialists worldwide. Partnerships with advanced educational centers and laboratories across continents fuel the development of globally relevant solutions for marine environmental challenges.
Key Benefits for Public Venues:
Orphek solutions offer several advantages:
- Promote a healthier and more natural environment for aquatic inhabitants.
- Create a memorable and authentic visitor experience.
- Ensure accurate visual representation in virtual reality and video content.
- Reduce maintenance challenges and associated costs.
- Facilitate energy consumption reduction strategies.
Commitment to Innovation and Quality:
Orphek’s LED lighting solutions are built with high-quality materials and IP 65/67 certifications, ensuring durability and performance in demanding environments. The designs prioritize ease of installation and maintenance, and energy efficiency.
Key Features of Orphek LED Lights:
- Robust construction, resistant to rust and corrosion.
- Waterproof seals and connectors.
- Separated power supply and control units.
- Plug & Play technology for easy maintenance.
- Optimal heat dissipation.
- Product lines that offer IP65/67 certifications, safety features and innovative technologies, each unique to its specific application.
Customizations:
Orphek customization for outdoor areas
Taking outdoors infrastructures Orphek can customize LED light solutions for both fresh water (including mangroves) and marine habitats, such as themed feeding stations and touch/discovery zones; photo zones, themed handrails; rock piers, suspended bridges or vines, pools, terraced pools, natural dividers between exhibitions, rock walls, sandstone block walls, etc… (including areas such as a penguin themed habitat, etc…)
Orphek customization for indoor areas
If we are talking about indoors facilities Orphek can customize LED light solutions to light and enhance beauty of sculptures, statues, ruins, temples and any other decoration in the habitats; themed feeding stations and photo zones, submarines, pirate boats or boats of any kind; swim through tunnels and walk in tunnels; floors, rock based and formations; exhibit walls; themed fishing boats, submarines; coastal trees, etc…
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Now that you learn all about our expertise and what our LED lighting solutions can do for your venues, we invite you to dive into our advanced technologies!
Orphek iCon technology
The dedication to scientific rigor, combined with extensive research data, has enabled Orphek’s R&D teams to engineer revolutionary iCon technology.
Sun & Moon Synchronization: A Groundbreaking Lighting System with 10,000% Dimming Control
Orphek LED solutions developed with iCon technology integrate three proprietary technologies to provide comprehensive replication of natural light cycles, encompassing diurnal and lunar variations. Users gain access to the following features:
HELIUS: Daylight Simulation
- Functionality: A pre-programmed daylight cycle designed to optimize coral health, coloration, and growth. HELIUS emulates natural sunrise-to-sunset transitions with a gradual intensity ramp (1% – 100% dimming range).
- Scientific Basis: Developed based on extensive research highlighting the benefits of natural sunlight for SPS and LPS coral development.
LUNAR: Lunar Cycle Replication
- Functionality: A revolutionary program providing a fully realized monthly lunar cycle. Employs Orphek’s proprietary 10,000% dimming control to deliver a dimming range of 0.06% to 1% across all channels.
- Key Feature: Delivers a complete lunar spectrum and cycle, unlike competing systems that typically utilize limited blue LED output for lunar simulation.
TOTAL SYNCHRONIZATION (Sun & Moon): Your Lighting, Your Way.
Functionality: Combines the HELIUS daylight spectrum, LUNAR cycle, and an advanced synchronization feature to reproduce comprehensive natural lighting patterns.
Customization: The system supports user-defined geographic locations, enabling the synchronization of lighting cycles to specific local sunrise/sunset and moonrise/moonset times.
CALENDAR FEATURE FOR SYNCHRONIZATION: Your Calendar, Your Spawning Season.
Orphek is proud to introduce the groundbreaking Sync Calendar feature in the latest version of the Orphek iCon App — a revolutionary leap in aquarium lighting control tailored specifically for coral spawning research and conservation.
- Unlock precise control over natural light cycles, including sunrise, sunset, and lunar phases, months in advance;
- Align spawning cues with specific times of the year to enhance research accuracy;
- Potentially induce out-of-season spawning — opening new frontiers in coral propagation and restoration;
- Accelerate coral conservation efforts with unprecedented reproductive cycle management.
This innovative technology empowers researchers, biobanks, and coral farmers worldwide to manipulate and optimize coral reproductive behaviors, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in coral research and conservation.
But that’s not all — the latest update also unlocks 2 more advanced cutting-edge technologies to boost your aquarium control capabilities even further.
CUSTOM PROGRAMS NOW SYNCHRONIZE: Your Lighting, Your Way.
Orphek iCon already empowers you to craft your own custom lighting programs. Total control is at your fingertips in the “Program” section, allowing you to create the ideal lighting schedule for your aquarium
Now, with the latest Orphek App update you will unlock the ability to synchronize your own custom-built lighting programs with the sun and moon cycles. And you won’t believe it how easy it is!
TAKE CONTROL WITH TIME OFFSET: Your Time, Your Way.
The new “Time Offset” feature lets you precisely control the start time of your Sun & Moon Sync. Simply add or subtract hours to perfectly align with your ideal schedule. Let’s say for example, that sunrise starts at 5 AM, but this is not convenient to you.
Now that you learn all about our expertise and what our LED lighting solutions can do for your venues, we invite you to dive into our advanced technologies!
Orphek iCon LED Lighting Solutions – This advanced technology is offered for the following Orphek solutions:
- Natura iCon
- OR4 iCon LED Bars
- Amazonas 960 iCon
- Atlantik iCon / Atlantic iCon Compact
- Amazonas 320 upgraded to 960 iCon
- OR3 LED Bars connected with Osix Smart Controller
- OR2/OR3 LED Bars upgraded with Orphek iCon Dim Driver
Amazonas Series: Tailored Lighting Solutions
The Orphek Amazonas Series provides a range of LED lighting solutions specifically designed for public aquariums. With four distinct models (Amazonas 80, 320, 500, and 960 iCon), the series caters to various tank sizes and depths. Each model delivers specific spectrums and intensity for optimal coral growth, coloration, and overall aquatic health while also being energy efficient.
- Amazonas 80: Smaller displays and research tanks.
- Amazonas 320: Mid-sized aquariums and exhibits.
- Amazonas 500: Larger tanks and deep-water environments.
- Amazonas 960 iCon: Large public venue displays.
So today let’s dive deeper into these two cutting-edge LED lighting solutions Amazonas 500 and Amazonas 320, both featured in Palma Aquarium; and a bonus! We are also bringing the star of the Amazonas Series – The Amazonas 960 with iCon technology.

The Amazonas 500
The Orphek Amazonas 500 is a state-of-the-art LED lighting solution engineered for public aquariums and venues showcasing breathtaking reef and freshwater displays.
Designed as a direct replacement for inefficient 1,000-watt and higher metal halide systems, the Amazonas 500 delivers unparalleled performance, energy efficiency, and a stunning visual experience for both visitors and aquatic life.
As an example, with an impressive output of up to 72,000 lumens, this powerhouse can penetrate depths exceeding 15 meters, ensuring vibrant colors and optimal viewing even in the largest and deepest aquariums. NAUSICAA in France, which has the largest tank and total water volume among European aquariums, relies on the Amazonas 500!

Key Features & Benefits:
Unrivaled Power & Penetration: Experience exceptional light penetration and coverage, allowing for 1-to-1 replacement of outdated, energy-guzzling lighting systems.
Spectrally Optimized for Life: Utilizing cutting-edge components and Orphek’s proprietary spectral targeting, the Amazonas 500 provides the exact wavelengths required for optimal photosynthetic activity, promoting health, growth, and vibrant colors in corals and plants.
Engineered for Public Venues: Specifically designed for the demanding needs of public aquariums, zoos, hotels, shopping malls, airports, and other high-profile venues.
Enhancing Beauty, Naturally: The Amazonas 500 is engineered to enhance the natural beauty of both natural and synthetic aquatic environments, rendering natural-looking colors, and promoting healthy growth.
Safe & Stable Environment: Provides a safe and natural ambiance, crucial for the well-being of expensive, rare, and high-maintenance species.
Versatile & Durable Design: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations, the Amazonas 500 boasts an IP67 waterproof certification, a rugged aluminum housing, a tempered glass cover, waterproof connectors, and a weather-resistant, anti-corrosion, anti-rust surface treatment.
Easy Installation & Maintenance: Features an incredibly easy mounting system with an adjustable rotational metal bracket (180 degrees) for flexible positioning. The user-friendly design ensures effortless part replacement and simplified maintenance.
Efficient Heat Management: Its three-dimensional heat dissipation system provides optimal thermal management, ensuring longevity and consistent performance.
High-Efficiency LED Configuration: 240 flip-chip 5-watt LEDs operating at only 500 watts guarantee longevity and exceptional energy efficiency.
Customizable Optics: Equipped with aluminum reflector cups and three lens options (15°, 24°, and 60°) to tailor the light beam to specific tank dimensions and requirements.
Dual Channel Control: Features two LED channels, each powered by a 240-watt Meanwell driver, offering greater control over light intensity and spectrum.

Applications:
- Public venues/ Large displays
- Indoors/ Outdoors
- Natural/ Synthetic displays
- Salted water/ Planted freshwater
- Close/ Far distance from the water surface
- Ceiling, walls and other fixing locations
- Perfect for deep & very deep over 15m depth
- Natural illumination, color pop, health
and growth - Performance in extreme humidity / Salinity
/ High maintenance enviroments
Technical Considerations:
- Three Lens Options: The Amazonas’s versatility is enhanced by its three lens options (15°, 24°, and 60°), allowing you to precisely control the light beam and coverage area. This ensures optimal illumination for diverse applications, from focused spotlights to wide-angle floodlighting.
- Flexible Placement: Designed for floor, background, overhead, and suspended installations, the Amazonas can be integrated into virtually any environment.
- Surface or Submerged Viewing: Engineered for both underwater and surface viewing, the Amazonas delivers consistent, high-quality illumination regardless of the viewing angle.

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The Amazonas 320

Applications:
- SPS/LPS coral reef salted water tanks/ Planted freshwater aquariums
- Designed to enhance beauty of both natural and synthetic compositions!
- Mesmerizing Sun shimmering effect
- Customizations according to the light design project
- Public venues / Private aquariums
- Indoors/ Outdoors
- Perfect for wide, cube SPS/LPS aquariums /deep cylinder tanks
- Perfect for coral farming
It comes with incredible features:
- Power consumption of 320Watt – it is really powerful!
- 320Watt Wide Spectrum 380nm – 700nm.
- Revolutionary Orphek matrix mix color 320W LED
- True UV 380nm LEDs.
- Designed as a direct replacement for 400 – 600 watt metal halide systems.
- Plug and play technology – effortless part’s replacement for simple and easy light maintenance.
- IP67* waterproof – heavily build to last and to perform even in extreme environments/best quality raw materials and sealant solutions.
- Protection against water and liquids, up to and including immersion in up to one meter of water
*IP67 represents one of the highest levels of protection offered by an IP rating. This rating provides complete protection against ingress of dust and airborne particles
- High quality aluminum housing, temperate glass cover, waterproof connectors, weather fastness surface treatment, anti-corrosion, anti-rust & anti-yellowing.
- Offers perfect contact between fins and conductivity panels to ensure the best heat transfer.
- Passive cooling (no fans) – quiet improved thermal flow and dissipation of heat.
- High Quality Aluminum Reflector Cups: 15/30/60
- High Quality NEW Orphek 90 Aluminum Reflector Cup
- Sun shimmering effect (like the metal halide shimmer)
More incredible features:
Unprecedented & unparalleled versatility fitting several applications, layouts, environments with several customization options
Incredible easy mounting installation with plug and with adjustable rotational metal bracket, extremely stable and reliable – You can easily install it on the ceiling, walls and other locations by adjusting the different angles (180 degrees) to meet your different needs
Amazonas 320 combines cutting – edge technology with the best Orphek spectrum, to render the most natural, easy-to-adapt and healthier aquarium environment, while enhancing its beauty to the highest mesmerizing level!
And more!
It is a heavily build 320W LED Light, IP67 waterproof, with no fans, therefore silent, with Intelligent connectivity, with Orphek’s revolutionary matrix mix color 320W LED, with incredible shimmering effect, with 4 high quality aluminum reflector cup options.
The PAR
Amazonas 320 is truly one of a kind and stands out from the rest with a Highest PAR value at 110cm/43 inch depth, it is certainly in a league of its own.
The peak value is incredibly high, as it is close to 1000 PAR at depth of 110cm / 43inch !!!

LEDs & Spectrums
The Orphek revolutionary matrix mix color 80W LED
Amazonas 320 iCon comes with:
- 4 x 80 Watt LED chip
- Each 80 Watt LED comes with 80 units of 3 Watt diodes
- 11 deferent types of LEDs to create the most perfect white LED or Blue Spectrum
Amazonas 320 Reef – Coral SPS / LPS:
Amazonas 320 comes with 4 x 80 watt LED chip:
Colors. Spectrums
Multi Color LED
- 18000K XP – Reef Day Light – SPS/LPS – 380nm – 700nm
- Blue Plus – Blue /Violet/UV – SPS/LPS – 380 – 500nm
- 6000K XP – Freshwater Planted – 380nm – 700nm
- Red XP – Orange/RED Grow ,refugium , freshwater planted – 580nm -700nm
Single Color LED
- 18000K ( White ) – Salted water
- 14000K ( White ) – Salted water
- Blue ( 450-460nm ) – Salted water
- 6000K ( White ) – Freshwater
- LED1: 18000K XP – REEF DAY LIGHT – WIDE FULL SPECTRUM -from true UV 380nm – 700nm – for SPS/LPS/Soft coral growth, color and illumination.

- LED2: Blue – 450 – 460nm -These wavelengths are important in zooxanthellae photosynthesis – chlorophylls a and c2 utilize blue

- LED3: Blue Plus XP – Blue /Violet/UV – 400 – 500nm – for SPS/LPS/Soft coral growth and wide fluorescent coral “pop”.

- LED4: 18000K White -This channel will give you the natural color of half way between sunrise and sunset. This is a very clear, bright spectrum.

Amazonas 320 Freshwater Planted:
Amazonas 960 iCon Fresh Water Planted comes with 4 x 80 watt LED chip:
- LED1 : 6000K XP White – Freshwater Planted ,WIDE FULL SPECTRUM -from true UV 380nm – 700nm -Most complete spectrum for fast plants growth, color.

- LED2: 6000K – Single color LED for Freshwater planted

- LED3 XP Wide RED – 580nm – 700nm -Most complete RED spectrum for fast RED plants growth, color.

- LED 4 14000K White – Single color LED for Freshwater planted


The Amazonas 320 – Powerful, Efficient, Versatile and Durable!


And most of all…
Amazonas 320 is IP67 Rating
Being IP67 rated waterproof, this solution is excellent for public aquariums and venues where you have high humidity applications.
Amazonas 320 Technical Information

Color/Materials
Light Unit Body Material:
Black high quality Aluminum housing with Tempered Glass Cover.

Versatility, Lens Options and Maintenance Features
ALUMINUM REFLECTOR CUPS WITH 4 LENS OPTIONS AND EASY PARTS’ REPLACEMENT
Designed to replace a single 400W-600W metal halide, our Amazonas 320 Aquarium LED Lighting is perfect for public venues for its versatility, performance and spectrums.
Amazonas 320 has Aluminum reflection cups, which improves considerably the life span of the light and comes with 04 different reflector cups of 15, 30, 60 and 90 degrees, offering you not only a durable, but also a very versatile light solution.
Meaning that having reflectors with a 15° 30° 60° and 90° lens provides you options of light distribution and intensity to match the depth and spread of several types of applications and projects.
WHY AMAZONAS IS THE PERFECT LED LIGHT SOLUTION FOR VIRTUAL VISITATION & LIVE SHOWS?
The virtual reality and live shows are an excellent solution to continue to engage schools and families. These are great solutions to continuously provide both educational and entertainment programs.
How can these venues provide quality images in a way that visitors will really feel connected and happy with their visits? How will they feel the money they are paying for online experiences was worth spending? Because if it was not, there won’t be comebacks!
Understanding these challenges ORPHEK LED LIGHTING has been researching and developing customized products only Public Aquariums also to provide a perfect virtual experience!
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The Amazonas 960 iCon
AMAZONAS 960 iCON is a robustly built 320W LED light that is easy to mount and maintain. It boasts IP67 waterproofing; fan-less operation for silent performance; intelligent connectivity; Orphek’s revolutionary matrix mix color 80W LED; an incredible shimmering effect; four high-quality aluminum reflector cup options (15 / 30 / 60 / 90); compatibility with both IOS and Android; and 380nm true UV LEDs.

The Amazonas 960 iCon is the star of the Amazonas series and a proven solution for public aquariums that continues to set the standard for large-scale aquatic displays. This versatile and technologically advanced LED solution delivers unmatched performance and control.
Explore the full specifications and features in today’s post!



Applications:
- SPS/LPS coral reef salted water tanks/ Planted freshwater aquariums
- Designed to enhance beauty of both natural and synthetic compositions.
- Designed as a direct replacement for 400 – 600 watt metal halide systems.
- Customizations: according to the light design project.
- Public venues / Private aquariums Indoors/ Outdoors.
- Perfect for wide, cube SPS/LPS aquariums /deep cylinder tanks.
- Perfect for coral, kelp, seagrass & mangrove nurseries and farms/ biobanks.

Features:
- Perfect spread & blend for wide/ cube SPS & LPS aquarium
- Most powerful 320Watt and Wide Spectrum from true UV (380nm – 700nm)
- Sun & Moon Synchronization with groundbreaking technology with 10,000% dimming control system 0-100% and 0.001-1% for Moon Cycle!!
- Revolutionary Orphek matrix mix color 80W LED
- Mesmerizing Sun shimmering effect
- Advanced Intelligent connectivity
- Exceptional durability IP67 certified – waterproof protection to the most extreme environments
- Unprecedented & unparalleled versatility fitting several applications, layouts, environments with several customization options
- Incredible easy mounting installation with plug and with adjustable rotational metal bracket, extremely stable and reliable – You can easily install it on the ceiling, walls and other locations by adjusting the different angles (180 degrees) to meet your different needs.

More incredible features:
- Simplified Maintenance: Features “Plug and Play” componentry, minimizing downtime and simplifying replacements for streamlined maintenance procedures.
- Intelligent Control & Connectivity: Offers comprehensive control via a dedicated mobile application (iOS & Android), enabling voice command integration. The system leverages Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G connectivity with iCloud support for rapid response and enhanced data security.
- Robust Construction & Environmental Protection: Constructed with a high-grade aluminum housing and bracket, coupled with a tempered glass cover. Boasts an IP67 waterproof rating, providing complete protection against dust ingress and immersion in water up to 1 meter. Surface treatments provide resistance to corrosion, rust, and yellowing.
- Flexible Installation: Equipped with a 180-degree rotational U-bracket for versatile mounting configurations and precise light direction.
- Advanced Thermal Management: Employs a passive cooling system with optimized contact between heat fins and conductivity panels. This design ensures efficient heat transfer and dissipation without the use of mechanical fans, resulting in silent operation and extended component lifespan.
- Enhanced Optical Performance: Engineered to produce a sun-shimmering effect, replicating the aesthetic qualities of metal halide lighting with optimized spectral output and light distribution.
Customizations
We help you recreate Nature and enhance the beauty of your areas displayed by offering a versatile light solution with more than one application of integration of light source.
LEDs & Spectrums
Amazonas 960 iCon comes with:
- 4 x Orphek revolutionary matrix mix color 80 Watt LED chip
- Each 80 Watt LED comes with 80 units of 3 Watt diodes
- 11 deferent types of LEDs to create the most perfect white LED or Blue spectrum
Multi Color LED
- 18000K XP – Reef Day Light – SPS / LPS – 380nm – 700nm
- Blue Plus – Blue / Violet / UV – SPS / LPS – 380 – 500nm
- 6000K XP – Freshwater Planted – 380nm – 700nm
- Red XP – Planted / Refugium – 580nm – 700nm
Single Color LED
- 18000K (White – Salted water
- 14000K (White) – Salted water
- Blue (450-460nm) – Salted water
- 6000K (White) – Freshwater
For Reef – Coral SPS / LPS aquariums:
Comes with 4 x 80 watt LED chip:
- LED 1: 18000K XP – REEF DAY LIGHT – WIDE FULL SPECTRUM – from true UV 380nm – 700nm – for SPS/LPS/Soft coral growth, color and illumination.

- LED 2: Blue – 450 – 460nm – These wavelengths are important in zooxanthellae photosynthesis – chlorophylls a and c2 utilize blue

- LED 3: Blue Plus XP – Blue /Violet/UV – 400 – 500nm – for SPS/LPS/Soft coral growth and wide fluorescent coral “pop”.

- LED 4: 18000K White – This channel will give you the natural color of half way between sunrise and sunset. This is a very clear, bright spectrum.

Amazonas 960 iCon Freshwater Planted
Comes with 4 x 80 watt LED chip:
- LED 1: 6000K XP White – Freshwater Planted, WIDE FULL SPECTRUM – from true UV 380nm – 700nm – Most complete spectrum for fast plants growth and color.

- LED 2: 6000K – Single color LED for Freshwater planted.

- LED 3: XP Wide RED – WIDE RED Orange SPECTRUM – 580nm – 700nm – Most complete RED spectrum for fast plants growth and color.

- LED 4: 14000K White – Single color LED for Freshwater planted.

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Check our groundbreaking innovations!
- First and only company to develop and offer the groundbreaking Sun & Moon Synchronization incredible feature enabling the synchronization of both Sun & Moon cycles with the real local timing (or any place worldwide) throughout the year.
- First and only to develop the game changer Calendar feature for 100% coral spawning seasonal control.
- We are the first and only company in the world offering 10,000% dimming control system (0-100% and 0.001-1% for Moon Cycle)!
- First and only company relying on decades of academic research to develop and engineer the the One and Only Real Moon Cycle in LED Reef lighting Solutions reproducing Nature at its fullest.
- First and only company developing the best technology for coral growth, health, color, spawning and biological clock correction.
- First and only company offering lens adjustment and LEDs substitution without loosing waterproof protection/ customized power supply for best electricity transfer and stability – Orphek patented technologies.
- First and only company developing LED lighting solutions focused on enhancing virtual and augmented realities.
- First and only company developing and offering a smart device that allows aquarists to create their own fixture.
- First and only company developing and offering a smart device that allows aquarists to allows you to program, control, monitor, dim and integrate all Orphek iCon LED solutions together at the same time.
- We are the first company to develop “pop it up” spectrum technology for coral color enhancing.
- First company to introduce Aquarium LED lighting Internet of Things (IoT) technology.
- First company to develop solutions to deliver light spectrum for depths over 15 meters.
- First company to develop and offer true UV/violet LEDs in reef aquariums (since 2012!).
- First company that provides a wide spectrum red without using normal 660nm and 640nm LEDs.
- First company making its own wide spectrum blue LEDs.
- First and only company to make its own proprietary white UV LEDs.
- First company to use high Kelvin white LEDs.
- First company to make 100-watt matrix multicolor LED chips and first to have the technology to customize the chip to any Kelvin temperature desired.
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