Hydra® Edge 44HD & 68HD

The AI Hydra® Edge brings together EdgeField Optics’ wide-angle output for balanced PAR and maximum coverage with a Solar Ring that creates breathtaking shimmer and sparkle. With the all-new Solar Blue spectrum, it builds on decades of coral lighting expertise to deliver vibrant color and exceptional growth in your aquarium.

Key features include 24-hour programming, a dedicated moonlight channel, and AI’s powerful HyperDrive technology, all conveniently controlled through the free Mobius app. Best of all, you’ll have peace of mind with AI’s industry-leading warranty and support.

The Hydra® Edge’s ultra-sleek design is as discreet above your aquarium as its light is stunning below, bringing out the best in your tank and its inhabitants. Effortless to mount, easy to clean, and simple to use, the Hydra Edge operates whisper-quiet, thanks to its advanced fan and custom heat sink design.

The Hydra® Edge will blend seamlessly into your aquarium setup.

 

Solar Ring

Take control of shimmer and caustics! The Solar Ring redefines aquatic lighting, offering customizable sparkle and dynamic shimmer that bring your aquarium to life. With individual channel control, you can adjust the intensity to achieve the perfect balance of shimmer and steady illumination.

RING OF LIGHT
A dedicated array of white and warm white LEDs, thoughtfully positioned at the center of the AI Hydra® Edge cluster. This design maximizes the dramatic impact of your lighting, enhancing shimmer, caustics, and overall visual depth to showcase your aquarium like never before.

CAUSTIC ENGINE
The strategic placement, concentration, and optic geometry of the LEDs power the advanced Caustic Engine—driving the mesmerizing shimmer and shine in your aquarium. With full control at your fingertips, you can tailor the effect to your liking.

EXCEPTIONAL SHIMMER
Exceptional shimmer, once exclusive to narrow optics and point-source fixtures, is now reimagined. The Ring of Light and Caustic Engine work together to deliver exceptional shimmer and dynamic lighting effects, all easily controlled at your fingertips, bringing the Solar Ring to life

EdgeField™ Optics

Optics play a crucial role in any advanced lighting system, and Edgefield™ technology in the Hydra® Edge takes this to the next level. It delivers even PAR, seamless color mixing, and exceptional light spread.


Edgefield optics provide an impressive 100-degree spread, ensuring optimal light mixing throughout your entire aquarium. The specular exit surface produces a clean, natural shimmer, enhancing the visual appeal of your underwater world.

 

Solar Blue

Drawing on over a decade of experience in coral lighting and insights from hobbyists and professionals worldwide, the Hydra® Edge introduces its carefully crafted all-channel output: Solar Blue
With a foundation in full-spectrum lighting and one goal in mind—to closely match natural underwater conditions—the Hydra® Edge enhances color channel control, providing a versatile range of options designed to highlight the natural beauty of your corals.

INSPIRED BY NATURE
The Solar Blue spectrum captures the rich blue tones of coral habitats, enhancing coloration and creating a balanced, authentic underwater aesthetic.

CLASSIC AI LOOK
At the core of Solar Blue is the classic AI look, with its underlying blue tones that hobbyists and professionals know and love, delivering a familiar yet enhanced lighting experience.

SIMPLE SETUP
Achieving the Solar Blue spectrum is effortless—set all channels to the same intensity to closely match natural lighting conditions in your aquarium.

Perfect Spectrum

With over a decade of proven success in coral growth and coloration, the Solar Blue spectrum was developed. This trusted color mix maintains the iconic AI look while promoting optimal coral growth and vibrant coloration.

Hydra® Edge 44HD Colour Channels

10 x Blue, 6 x Royal Blue, 8 x Violet, 10 x Cool White, 2 x Warm White, 8 x UV

 

Hydra® Edge 68HD Colour Channels

16 x Blue, 12 x Royal Blue, 14 x Violet, 10 x Cool White, 2 x Warm White, 14 x UV

 

Dedicated Moonlight
A dedicated moonlight channel simulates natural lunar color and intensity.

HyperDrive Technology

A core feature of AI lighting, HyperDrive technology is engineered to optimize both efficiency and flexibility. By transferring unused power from one LED channel to another, it ensures that every watt of available energy is used effectively. This allows you to fine-tune your spectrum with greater precision, tailoring the lighting to your specific needs while maintaining consistent performance across all channels. HyperDrive offers dynamic control, providing enhanced flexibility to adjust color and intensity to suit your aquarium’s unique requirements—all without sacrificing power.

Hydra® Edge 44HD PAR
24in. height at 0.5in. resolution

Hydra® Edge 68HD PAR
24in. height at 0.5in. resolution

Simple Built-In Control

All AI devices include smart control standard. Download the Mobius app on any iOS or Android device to easily set up or program your AI equipment. Add Neptune Fusion control via Apex with Apex and MXM module.

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*Also compatible with the myAI app.

Mount, Aim, and Illuminate

The Hydra® Edge’s advanced mounting system gives you the freedom to tilt and aim the light exactly where it’s needed. Easily direct illumination for optimal tank coverage, minimize light spillage, and eliminate glare for a perfectly tailored viewing experience.

Rear Tilt Mount

The rear tilt mount enables you to attach the Hydra® Edge to the HMS™ Single Arm Kit, allowing precise adjustment to angle the light perfectly for your aquarium’s unique requirements.

Top Tilt Mount

The top tilt mount allows you to secure the Hydra® Edge to the HMS™ Rail, providing the flexibility to angle your lights for ideal coverage in your aquarium

Hanging Kit

The Hydra® Edge hanging kit offers a sleek and sophisticated solution for suspending your light above your tank.

Hydra® Edge 44HD

Dimensions

Length                               128.6cm (11.25in.)

Width                                15.24cm (6in.)

Height                                2.7cm (1.0625in.)

Weight                               1.2kg (2.7lbs.) 


Power Specifications

Power Consumption         95W from the wall

Universal Input Range      100 to 240VAC / 50-60Hz

Cable Length                      4.47m (14ft. 8in.)

Hydra® Edge 68HD

Dimensions

Length                               38.74cm (15.25in.)

Width                                 15.24cm (6in.)

Height                                2.7cm (1.0625in.)

Weight                               1.7kg (3.7lbs.) 


Power Specifications

Power Consumption         135W from the wall

Universal Input Range      100 to 240VAC / 50-60Hz

Cable Length                       4.47m (14ft. 8in.)

 

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All Together Now

Bring the award-winning pumps and lights from AquaIllumination and EcoTech Marine wirelessly under the control of the easy to use, yet powerful, Neptune Systems’ Apex and Apex Fusion interface. Now is the time to bring your worlds together.

Hydra Series
Edge 68HD, Edge 44HD, 32HD, 64HD

Blade Series
Coral Grow, Coral Glow,
Freshwater, Refugium

Prime Series
Prime 16HD Series

Nero Series
Nero 3, Nero 5, Nero 7

Axis Series
Axis 20, Axis 40, Axis 90

Orbit Series
Orbit 2, Orbit 4

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