Boyu · Bar / clip-on
CB Ultrathin LED
- Made for tanks
- 50–90 cm tanks
- Power
- 26–55 W
Low-tech planted and community tanks where you just need decent white light.
5 models
Twinstar · Bar / clip-on
Twinstar SA Series (S IV)
The fourth-generation S Series, a high-output bar that can sit on the rim or hang as a pendant with Twinstar's wire kit. It has a manual dimmer rather than an app, and packs enough light for demanding plants.
Updated
17–110 W6 models
Will it suit my tank?
cm long
Best for
High-light planted tanks where you want strong output and are happy to schedule it with a plug timer.
Worth knowing
No app or built-in timer, and the wire kit for hanging is sold separately.
What stands out
- Six sizes from 20 cm to 120 cm
- Up to 6,750 lm on the 1200 model
- Rim mount or pendant with the optional wire kit
- Manual dimmer included
- Legs adjust by about 10 cm
Models and specs
| Model | Made for tanks | Length | Power | Output |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200SA IVTWSA200 | 20 cm | 18.3 cm | 17 W | 1,100 lm |
| 300SA IVTWSA300 | 30 cm | 28.3 cm | 29 W | 1,750 lm |
| 450SA IVTWSSA450 | 45 cm | 44.3 cm | 42 W | 2,300 lm |
| 600SA IVTWSA600 | 60 cm | 58.5 cm | 59 W | 3,620 lm |
| 900SA IVTWSA900 | 90 cm | 85.3 cm | 88 W | 5,400 lm |
| 1200SA IVTWSSA1200 | 120 cm | 110 cm | 110 W | 6,750 lm |
- Brand
- Twinstar
- Spectrum
- Full spectrum, 380 to 780 nm
- Control
- Manual dimmer
- Mounting
- Rim legs or wire kit (pendant)
Figures from Glass Aqua's product listing. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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- Made for tanks
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- Power
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- Made for tanks
- 20–120 cm tanks
- Power
- 12.7–51.3 W
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Twinstar SA Series (S IV), drawn from its specs.
What size tank does the Twinstar SA Series (S IV) fit?
It comes in 6 sizes: 200SA IV for 20 cm tanks, 300SA IV for 30 cm tanks, 450SA IV for 45 cm tanks, 600SA IV for 60 cm tanks, 900SA IV for 90 cm tanks, 1200SA IV for 120 cm tanks. Choose the one that matches your tank length.
How much power does the Twinstar SA Series (S IV) use?
From about 17 W on the smallest model to 110 W on the largest, at full output. Most planted tanks run lights below full power.
Who is the Twinstar SA Series (S IV) best for?
High-light planted tanks where you want strong output and are happy to schedule it with a plug timer.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Twinstar SA Series (S IV)?
No app or built-in timer, and the wire kit for hanging is sold separately.
What are the alternatives to the Twinstar SA Series (S IV)?
Other lights worth comparing: Boyu CB Ultrathin LED, Boyu ZN WiFi LED, Chihiros A II Max. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.