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ZebLED
Biologically Optimised Lighting for Precision Control of Zebrafish Racking Systems
Lighting is increasingly recognised as a crucial element of modern husbandry and life support system design. Advanced lighting and lighting control systems enable sophisticated control of all lighting variables, including intensity, spectrum, and photoperiod. Zebrafish possess advanced tetrachromatic colour vision which includes sensitivity in the UV range – this is thought to be important in detecting food as well as other biological processes.
Standard LEDs do not emit any UV light and therefore do not represent an optimum light source for zebrafish systems. The new ZebLED has been designed specifically by Biosystems* for Zebrafish. The addition of NUV (“near-UV”) LED emitters to supplement spectral output results in a spectral profile that closely matches zebrafish sensitivity.
The cutting-edge COB LED technology is ideally suited for rack systems, providing a smooth, continuous light along the length of the strip to avoid 'spotting'.
By combining this spectrum with advanced photoperiod control, including ultra low-level dimming (0.1%), we can create light conditions that closely match the natural environment. Matching the natural light conditions and visual acuity of an animal often supports improvements in productivity and quality, better FCR and growth, improved immunity, and increased homogeneity, but also enriches the environment, reducing stress and strengthening welfare credentials.
Zebrafish racking typically doesn’t incorporate dedicated livestock lighting. The reliance on ambient lighting to illuminate Zebrafish systems results in no optimised photoperiod control, impacting biological processes and research consistency. The lack of effective lighting also doesn’t support technicians to monitor and maintain Zebrafish and their culture tanks effectively.
- Biologically optimised spectrum, including NUV diodes.
- Fully dimmable to 0.1%.
- Robust IP67 construction, including connectors.
- Passively cooled – no moving parts.
- Slides easily onto mounting clips for simple installation into racks.
- Surface mounting also available allowing light to be angled.
- Up to 8 units powered from a BioLumen CV Power Pod (sold separately).
- Controllable using Biolumen Pro Control, Basic Control & AgriControl Units.
*Biosystems, the commercial division of Tropical Marine Centre, have been designing specialist LED lights since 2008, used across a wide variety of applications ranging from public aquaria, aquatic research & development, aquaculture broodstock and larval rearing to agricultural lights suitable for pigs and poultry.
ZebLED 1140mm
ZebLED, developed by Biosystems, is a state-of-the-art 1140mm LED lighting solution designed specifically for zebrafish research environments. Incorporating innovative NUV (near-UV) and COB LED technology, ZebLED replicates natural light conditions essential for zebrafish welfare, feeding behaviour, and growth.
Unlike standard LEDs, ZebLED features NUV diodes, ensuring a biologically optimised spectrum that enhances zebrafish vision, particularly in detecting food. Its smooth, continuous light output eliminates spotting, providing even illumination across rack systems.
Key Features of the 1140mm ZebLED:
- 1140mm length, ideal for zebrafish rack systems.
- Biologically tuned spectrum with NUV diodes to support zebrafish sensitivity.
- Seamless installation with a low-profile design that easily mounts onto racks or surfaces.
- Precision control with full dimmability down to 0.1 per cent for accurate photoperiod simulation.
- Rugged and reliable IP67-rated construction with passive cooling for long-term durability.
- Scalable solution compatible with BioLumen controllers for advanced lighting automation.
The 1140mm ZebLED enables researchers to create an optimised lighting environment that improves zebrafish productivity, immunity, and overall well-being. Designed for public aquaria, aquatic research and development, and aquaculture applications, it is the ideal lighting solution for modern zebrafish husbandry.
ZebLED 700mm
ZebLED, developed by Biosystems, is a state-of-the-art 700mm LED lighting solution designed specifically for zebrafish research environments. Incorporating innovative NUV (near-UV) and COB LED technology, ZebLED replicates natural light conditions essential for zebrafish welfare, feeding behaviour, and growth.
Unlike standard LEDs, ZebLED features NUV diodes, ensuring a biologically optimised spectrum that enhances zebrafish vision, particularly in detecting food. Its smooth, continuous light output eliminates spotting, providing even illumination across rack systems.
Key Features of the 700mm ZebLED:
- 700mm length, ideal for zebrafish rack systems.
- Biologically tuned spectrum with NUV diodes to support zebrafish sensitivity.
- Seamless installation with a low-profile design that easily mounts onto racks or surfaces.
- Precision control with full dimmability down to 0.1 per cent for accurate photoperiod simulation.
- Rugged and reliable IP67-rated construction with passive cooling for long-term durability.
- Scalable solution compatible with BioLumen controllers for advanced lighting automation.
The 700mm ZebLED enables researchers to create an optimised lighting environment that improves zebrafish productivity, immunity, and overall well-being. Designed for public aquaria, aquatic research and development, and aquaculture applications, it is the ideal lighting solution for modern zebrafish husbandry.
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Create light conditions that closely match the natural environment for improved productivity, welfare & growth
Lighting is increasingly recognised as a crucial element of modern husbandry and life support systems design. Advanced lighting and lighting control systems enable sophisticated control of all lighting variables, including intensity, spectrum, and photoperiod.
Zebrafish possess advanced tetrachromatic colour vision which includes sensitivity in the UV range – this is thought to be important in detecting food. Standard LED’s do not emit any UV light and therefore do not represent an optimum light source for zebrafish systems.
The new ZebLED has been designed specifically by Biosystems* for Zebrafish. The addition of NUV (“near-UV”) LED emitters to supplement spectral output results in a spectral profile that closely matches zebrafish sensitivity. The cutting-edge COB LED technology is ideally suited for rack systems, providing a smooth, continuous light along the length of the strip to avoid 'spotting'.
By combining this spectrum with advanced photoperiod control, including ultra low-level dimming (0.1%), we can create light conditions that closely match the natural environment. This approach means we not only improve productivity and quality, with benefits such better FCR and growth, improved immunity, and increased homogeneity, but we also enrich the environment, reducing stress and strengthening welfare credentials.
By combining this spectrum with advanced photoperiod control, including ultra low-level dimming (0.1%), we can create light conditions that closely match the natural environment. This approach means we not only improve productivity and quality, with benefits such better FCR and growth, improved immunity, and increased homogeneity, but we also enrich the environment, reducing stress and strengthening welfare credentials.