[Giesemann] --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Aquarium Luminaries for a Perfect Underwater World --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HQI Illumination Due to the application of metal halide lamps (HQI) in aquaristics, it has meanwhile become possible to optimize the complex interrelation between light and growth. In the field of a sea water aquaristics, a powerful HQI lighting is one of the essential preconditions of a successful care and growth of animal life, especially corals. HQI lighting plays a decisive role in the fresh water aquaristic. An optimal plant growth and brilliant colourful fish are guaranteed by the nature-identical illumination in the correct wave-length range. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Aquarium luminaire Nova [Nova] Compact HQI luminaire Application: Sea/fresh water Dimensions: 165 x 115 x 300 mm Ballast: external Standard colours: seven Suspension: adjustable pull cord Reflector: parabolic stucco Nova Compact-type single luminaire with convincing features, high quality technology and decorative design. Selectable luminaire position via height adjustment means as well as an external control unit; substructure or ceiling mounting optional. Version for metal halide lamp with different power classes. Designed as illumination for small aquariums. Systems of any size can be flexibly illuminated when using an appropriate quantity of these fittings. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Innovation Our Research & Development department continuously examines the actual conditions and requirements in the aquaristics sector and thus designs illumination systems which take nature as their only example. Advanced system outfits of a state-of-the-art light technology and high quality electronics are concurrent potentials for a reliable operating function over years. Each Giesemann product is continuously adapted to the newest technology and thus always corresponds to the latest state of engineering as regards material selection, lighting technology and economy. The classic and elegant lighting bodies, created by our designers give the Giesemann luminaries the unique characteristic and modern appearance. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- System 200 [System] HQI System Luminaire Application: Sea water Dimensions: 250 x 80 mm Standard lengths: three Ballast: internal Standard colours: seven Aquariums: up to 700 x 600 mm (H x W) Suspension: infinitely variable Reflector: parabolic stucco System 200 Modernly styled aquarium luminaire with a newly designed technique in form of an extremely flat construction. A particularly easy-to-care surface and comfortable height adjustment by quickly adjustable steel wire. Dual switches for manual switching functions of two light groups are integrated in the system 200 as standard features. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Requirements Correct lighting is an essential precondition for life in an aquarium. It essentially takes over the function of the sun. The light requirements of the individual organisms are very different. For the successful care and promotion of the vegetative growth, a lightning source is necessary which guarantees both: the required light and the correct light colour. The Concept Giesemann aquarium luminaires unite the properties of a convincing technology, efficient light sources and excellent designs to a sum of a purposeful adaption and into an innovative luminaire generation for professional aquaristics. Giesemann light concepts offer a complete programme with all capabilities to comprehensively meet the aquarian lighting requirements for any perceivable system size by maintaining aesthetically points of view. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- System 185 eco [System 185 eco] HQI/TL System Luminaire Application: Sea/fresh water Dimensions: 185 x 80 mm Standard lengths: seven Ballast: internal Standard colours: two Aquariums: up to 600 x 600 mm (HxW) Suspension: can be mounted Reflector: parabolic stucco System 185 eco Attractively-priced luminaire with timeless design and sophisticated technology. This system is an ideal lighting source for fresh water and sea water aquariums, because of its high quality aluminium body, available in seven standard lengths and different power classes. The scope of delivery contains mounted adapters offering an outfit with optional suspension. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Technique In order to achieve a longer lifetime of the lamps and, thus, a constant, stable light colour it is necessary to keep the internal operating temperature as low as possible. The reduction of the internal lighting temperature is obtained in the luminaires 200, 185 and Nova by vent slots on the sides and specially developed ventilation shields. The Shape The high-quality, refined aluminium body fulfills different functions. On the one hand it allows an extraordinary stability and vibration damping of each component. On the other hand an optimal dissipation of the operating temperature is guaranteed by the special form and the excellent thermal conduction value of the aluminium. For the series 260-HQI and 400, an additional temperature compensation is obtained by integrated ventilation grids. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- System 400 [System 400] Professional Compact-type HQI Luminaire Application: Sea water Dimensions: 320 x 110 x 600 mm Ballast: external Standard colours: eight Aquariums: up to 1000 x 1000 mm (H x W) Suspension: infinitely variable Reflector: high-performance reflector Outfit with fitting for a bulb (HQI) 250/400/1000 Watt, screwed lampholder E40. Plug socket (FC2) for bulbs with double-sided sockets, optional. System 400 Professional aquarium luminaire with a particularly high light emission due to a reflector with a high-gloss mirror. External control unit for a variable installation and removal. Three power classes offer a dynamic adaption to medium up to large-size aquarium systems. Standard pre-type suspension by steel wires height-adjustable quick adapter, spiral cord and external control unit. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Light Metal halide lamps (HQI) are discharge lamps requiring special operating units. An ignition set generates pulses of up to 5000 V causing a constant arc with a colour similar to daylight in the lamp which is filled with inert gases. This sophisticated technique guarantees a constant light colour and a high lamp performance at a low energy consumption. This light source is characterised by an extremely high economic value, a long service life as well as a high light efficiency. The Equipment Luminaires equipped with metal halide bulbs have high-temperature-resistant UV absorbing filters with a high degree of light transmission. System for fluorescent lamps are equipped with colour-neutral acrylic glass inserts offering an additional protection against splashwater. Any change requests related to light sources or construction lengths will be realised on all systems, provided they are technically feasable. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- System 260 [System 260] Professional HQI Combination Luminaire Application: Sea/ fresh water Dimensions: 260 x 85 mm Standard lengths: five Ballast: internal, electronic Standard colours: eight Arched profiles: four (30°, 45°, 60° and 90°) Aquariums: up to 700 x 800 mm (H x W) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Accessories Modular system elements for the systems 185 eco and 260 allow a universal adaption of luminaires to aquarium systems of any perceivable shape and size in private, office and exhibition rooms. Arched profiles with an adapter effect result in complete lighting units by variably attaching individual luminaire elements. Existing luminaires can thus subsequently be completed and any structured lighting ideas can easily be realised. The Safety Giesemann products meet the stringent VDE Safety Regulations. Quality controls are carried out in regular intervals. Individual controls of each luminaire prior to delivery ensure a permanently high manufacturing quality. The quality standards are furthermore guaranteed by the CE sign. This sign can be found on all Giesemann luminaires, i.e. they correspond to the European Safety Standard. The guarantee period of twelve month for each luminaire accentuates this high manufacturing standard. The Colours A resistant powder coating in 7 RAL colours as well as an attractive "bicolor" version in red/black without extra costs are available for the series 260 and 400. The system 185 eco can be delivered in the standard colours graphite-black and pure-white. Special varnish in more than 190 RAL colours allow the realisation of any desired design in combination with the individual colour of the personal surrounding. * RAL 3004 purple-red * RAL 5002 ultramarine-blue * RAL 5021 water-blue * RAL 8014 sepia-brown * RAL 9006 silver-metallic * RAL 9011 graphite-black * RAL 9010 pure-white The Reflector A decisive lighting factor is an optimal reflector radiation reflecting the entire light volume to the surface to be illuminated. The material structure and the reflector symmetry are of more importance than the reflector size. They guarantee a loss-free concentration and expansive light emission within the aquarium to be illuminated. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- [top of page][back to homepage][E-Mail] Development ©1997A.Weber