Poposoap Pond Lights for a DIY Fish Pond

Today, @fatheadedfish is doing a brief evaluation of a product he obtained—some undersea lights from Poposoap. With springtime coming close, he intends to spend more time in his yard, so he has determined to evaluate these lights and see how they illuminate a DIY pond. Let's get going!

Item Packaging and Basic Configuration

The plan arrived rapidly, packed in a basic box with an extremely clear instruction manual. The set consists of six private lights; he picked the plug-in variation, although the brand also offers solar-powered models. He selected the plug-in version to ensure enough brightness. He'd heard of solar lights, however, had not tried them himself, so he wished to experience the plug-in variation firsthand.

These lights are quite hefty, which is one of their essential features. There's no requirement to screw the lights into a fixed position, as their own weight offers stability, and they can even move somewhat. He assumes this is a fantastic function; however, he's uncertain if it limits placement alternatives, which he'll address later.

In addition to the six LED lights, the box additionally consists of a lengthy cable television. He was initially stressed that the cord size would not be long enough to affect its positioning along the pond side and also encompass the blossom bed, yet he was satisfied with the actual length. Now it was time to try installing it.

Installation Background and Initial Planning

Springtime was the best time to set up the lights, as it would certainly enable him to see his very carefully tended fish during the night.

Although the lights are IP68 waterproof and can be utilized underwater for extended durations, he really didn't want to position them undersea. Instead, he wanted to mount them on the wall behind the fish pond, directing the light downwards like a limelight. However, he was unclear just how to secure them.

The item additionally came with a tiny push-button control with many features, which he would check out later. He planned to keep the remote inside, activate the lights prior to leaving your home, and afterwards go downstairs to take pleasure in the fish.

Real Installation and Usage Experience

He really didn't make use of any type of approach to secure the lights, as they were developed to be secured by their own weight. He started the lights at the edge of the pond to identify the instructions and result of the light; certainly, the exact result would just show up after dark.

As the sunset drops, his primary flood lamp, initially made use of for pond area lights, lights up the whole area. That light is mostly utilized when changing filters or performing pond maintenance. He desires these brand-new lights to give off a softer light that shines directly into the water, highlighting the fish's colors.

However, he's come across a problem: whether mounted on the back wall surface or the edge, the tilt angle of the lights isn't enough to accomplish the desired lighting. To get to the suitable angle, he may need to make a little bracket; he's considered 3D publishing one, or drilling exploration holes and screwing screws into the light's casing for addition. As long as the procedure is slow-moving, the covering shouldn't break or split—this is a method he could take into consideration in the future.

Nighttime Lighting Effects and Remote Control Performance

At night, the lights absolutely shine. He's very satisfied with the results and will most definitely find a method to permanently deal with these lights, guiding them downwards into the fish pond. Compared to the floodlights over, these lights discharge a softer, less obvious light.

Under the light, the red markings on the fish appear incredibly lively. The remote is feature-rich, offering multiple settings such as an evening setting, a timer, and various colors. He showed blue, orange-red, and thumbs-ups, however, directly chooses white light due to the fact that it best showcases the fish's shades; sometimes switching over to white light improves their appeal.

Final Thoughts and Future Plans

If any person is interested in this kind of lighting, he recommends giving it a try and taking a look at the Poposoap website. The brand provides not only plug-in devices but also lots of solar-powered designs. He selected the plug-in model because he currently has a power source, but he knows some people might not, so the solar-powered version is likewise a good choice.

Regarding his very own use circumstance, he wants to address the illumination angle problem, either by installing them laterally facing downwards or creating small stands. He's likely to make use of 3D publishing to make the stands. Certainly, others can additionally place the lights according to their requirements. As an example, he's considering positioning some lights upwards when the weather gets warmer, lighting up the mossy wood on one side of the pond; the impact from the back of the yard the night should be exceptional.