Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black

Overview of Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black

The Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black is a high-output smart reef aquarium light built for demanding marine systems, larger reef displays, SPS-heavy aquariums, and aquarists who want serious controllable power from the Hydra HD platform. With a larger 64 LED main array, dedicated moonlight LEDs, HyperDrive power management, wireless app control, and broad mounting compatibility, the Hydra 64HD provides the intensity and flexibility required for advanced reef lighting applications.

As the larger model in the Hydra HD generation, the Hydra 64HD is designed for aquariums that need more output, broader usable coverage, and greater lighting headroom than smaller fixtures can provide. It is well suited for mixed reef displays, SPS-dominant aquariums, deep systems, frag tanks, peninsula aquariums, and multi-light installations where consistent PAR and precise spectrum control are essential.

Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black Features

• High-output reef lighting: Larger Hydra HD model designed for demanding reef aquariums and higher-light coral applications.
• 64 LED main array: Expanded LED count provides more power and colour-channel capacity than the Hydra 32HD platform.
• Full-spectrum reef control: Includes cool white, blue, royal blue, photo red, green, violet, UV, and dedicated moonlight channels for detailed spectrum tuning.
• HyperDrive technology: Redirects unused power from one channel to another, allowing more flexible control over intensity and colour balance.
• Dedicated moonlight LEDs: Provide independent nighttime illumination for lunar-style viewing and gentle transitions after the main photoperiod.
• Mobius app control: Program intensity, spectrum, schedules, acclimation, presets, and moonlight from a compatible iOS or Android device.
• myAI compatibility: Also compatible with the myAI app for users operating existing AquaIllumination systems.
• Neptune Apex integration: Compatible with Neptune Fusion when used with a compatible Apex system and MXM module.
• Designed for advanced reef systems: Suitable for mixed reefs, SPS systems, LPS displays, soft coral aquariums, clam systems, and frag applications when sized correctly.
• Scalable installation: Use a single fixture on suitable aquariums or multiple fixtures for larger systems and more uniform end-to-end coverage.
• HMS mounting compatibility: Works with the Hydra Mounting System and compatible Hydra 64HD mounting accessories for clean tank-mounted, rail, or hanging-style installations.
• Black finish: Low-profile black housing blends cleanly with black-rimmed aquariums, black cabinetry, and modern reef systems.

Specifications for Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black

• Model: Hydra 64HD
• UPC: 653341191724
• Aquarium Type: Saltwater, marine, and reef aquariums
• Colour: Black
• LED Count: 64 main LEDs plus 4 dedicated moonlight LEDs
• LED Channels: 7 main colour channels plus moonlight
• LED Array: 16 Cool White, 16 Blue, 16 Royal Blue, 4 Photo Red, 4 Green, 4 Violet, 4 UV, plus 4 Moonlight LEDs
• Dimensions: 11.875 in. L x 5.375 in. W x 1.42 in. H
• Length: 11.875 in. / 30.2 cm
• Width: 5.375 in. / 13.7 cm
• Height: 1.42 in. / 3.6 cm
• Weight: 3.4 lb. / 1.54 kg
• Power Consumption: 135W from the wall
• Input Range: 100 to 240VAC / 50-60Hz
• Power Cable Length: 14 ft. 8 in. / 4.47 m
• PSU Regulatory Compliance: UL, CE and RoHS
• Control: Mobius app; also compatible with myAI and Neptune Fusion via Apex and MXM module
• Mounting Compatibility: Hydra Mounting System and compatible Hydra 64HD mounting accessories

Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black Compatibility/Notes

• Suitable for mixed reef aquariums, SPS-dominant systems, LPS displays, soft coral aquariums, clam systems, and frag tanks when sized and programmed appropriately.
• Coverage and coral suitability depend on aquarium dimensions, water depth, aquascape layout, coral placement, mounting height, and final intensity settings.
• Multiple Hydra 64HD fixtures may be required for large aquariums, long displays, wide aquascapes, or systems requiring highly uniform PAR distribution.
• Mounting accessories are sold separately unless specifically included by the retailer or bundle.
• Use acclimation mode or reduced starting intensity when replacing lower-output lighting or installing over established corals.
• For Neptune Apex/Fusion integration, a compatible Apex system and MXM module are required and sold separately.

What's Included

• 1 x Aqua Illumination Hydra 64HD LED - Black
• 1 x Power Adapter
• 1 x Quick Start Guide