PARwise PRO ITC Reefculture

ITC Reefculture PARwise PRO the advanced Light Meter for Precision Lighting Control

PARwise PRO is our premium light meter designed to eliminate any uncertainty about your lighting settings. Whether it is the intensity, spectrum (color), or photoperiod, this device provides you with the precise information you need. With our cutting-edge cPUR technology, you can measure light intensity and spectrum in a way that directly correlates with what corals can actually absorb, making your lighting choices more effective than ever.

Featuring an extended spectral range of 350nm to 1100nm, the PARwise PRO is a significant upgrade from the original. It includes distinct calibrations for Air, Freshwater, and Saltwater, ensuring accurate measurements for any environment. This device empowers you to optimize your lighting and engage in detailed discussions with the reefing community confidently, regardless of whether your focus is aquatic or terrestrial organisms.

Why PAR Alone Is Not Enough

PAR tells us nothing! You can have a high PAR level, but if the spectrum is incorrect, your corals cannot use it effectively. While the original PARwise enabled spectrum readings, it raised an important question: What spectrum should you aim for?

Enter cPUR: The Gold Standard in Light Measurement

cPUR tells you everything! It simplifies lighting analysis by combining spectrum and intensity into one easy-to-use value. When you measure your light source, the cPUR score reflects how well it aligns with the actual absorbance of chlorophyll within zooxanthellae—the light-absorbing powerhouses living inside coral. It also accounts for the light needed for colored pigments and the intensity (brightness) of the light. The result is the cPUR value, a revolutionary metric for optimizing coral growth and health.

Why Light Matters for Perfect Growth Rates

Achieving perfect growth rates requires:

• The correct wavelengths of light
• The proper intensity of light
• The right duration of exposure

Light quality changes with depth and clarity, and so do the needs of plants and animals. Unfortunately, the human eye is not well-equipped to perceive light levels and colors accurately. This is where PARwise PRO excels.

What PARwise PRO Measures

PARwise PRO offers an impressive array of measurements, including:

• cPUR: Coral-usable Photon Units
• Spectrum: 380-1100nm
• PAR: Photosynthetically Active Radiation
• LUX: Light intensity visible to humans
• DLI: Daily Light Integral
• cPUR Light Integral
• KELVIN: Color temperature
• YPF: Yield Photon Flux
• CQS: Color Quality Scale
• CRI: Color Rendering Index
• PURITY: Light purity
• Dominant Wavelength
• CIE X/Y: Chromaticity coordinates

With its intuitive design, PARwise PRO simplifies light analysis, helping you fine-tune your settings for maximum effectiveness.

Device Compatibility and Additional Features

The PARwise PRO works seamlessly with:

• Android mobile devices (with USB OTG)
• PC and MAC

Note: It does not currently support iPhone or iPad. A Google Chrome browser is required for operation.

Phone not included. For more information, visit www.par-wise.com.

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