Possible Lighting Option..

big_vard · 05-09-2007, 10:23 PM

Hey folks,

I am looking to build myself a canopy for my 20 gallon and was considering using the following for ballast/endcaps for my fluorescent lights. They are very reasonable in price (60-70$) and seem simple and easy.

Exoterra products - Light Units

Thoughts?

Steve

mps9506 · 05-09-2007, 10:32 PM

sent ya a pm

sasquatch · 05-09-2007, 10:34 PM

I think they will only drive T8 bulbs and those are n. o. bulbs??

DrHank · 05-09-2007, 11:50 PM

I wouldn't go that route. You would be much better off looking for a PC lighting set up. I doubt that you'd pay much more and you would get lighting suitable for a marine aquarium. I purchased a used Current Orbit 30" fixture for $70 and then bought two new tubes for it. Total cost was less than $100 and it works perfectly (even has 2 moonlights).

Don't skrimp when it comes to equipment. You'll be sorry you did.

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DrHank Golden Moray Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,284 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Possible Lighting Option.. I wouldn't go that route. You would be much better off looking for a PC lighting set up. I doubt that you'd pay much more and you would get lighting suitable for a marine aquarium. I purchased a used Current Orbit 30" fixture for $70 and then bought two new tubes for it. Total cost was less than $100 and it works perfectly (even has 2 moonlights). Don't skrimp when it comes to equipment. You'll be sorry you did. __________________ Doc Dr Hank's 210 Build: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nks-tanks.html

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