would this MH light work

[biggyal66]

http://cgi.ebay.com/150w-HPS-mini-G...ms=66:2|65:1|39:1|240:1318|301:1|293:1|294:50

Would this light work for my 20-tall? I know that I would need a different bulb but besides that would it work? Thanks

 

[returnofsid]

That's not a metal halide light. That's High Pressure Sodium. I wouldn't go that route. It's not even close to the spectrum a reef tank needs. Changing bulbs won't work because it's a different type of ballast.

 

[biggyal66]

thanks and if I want to convert a 150watt Brinks DE light to a useable light for my tank what ballast would I use?

 

[returnofsid]

Not at all familiar with 150 watt Brinks DE light. If it's Metal Halide, use it.

 

[biggyal66]

Would this MH light work on my 20 tall

this is the light I was talking about. Its just that I would take off the motion detector off of it, and attach a ballast. and use it.

 

[returnofsid]

Wow, I don't know that I'd even attempt it. You'd have to change out the light end caps, possibly the reflector (because the reflector is probably junk), and maybe even the wiring (if the wiring is too light of a gauge). The glass cover would also need to be replaced, as it'll block out way too much light. With a double ended MH bulb, you will have to have a glass cover, to block UV.

 

[tike]

Again...... not a MH fixture. I know it is VERY tempting to short cut in this hobby but I strongly suggest for the best results to purchase the best equipment possible. I have tried the "short cut" methods and was woefully sorry I did. If you are looking for a MH fixture look to spend at LEAST $125-150 for one that will fit a 20 gallon. You can also shop around in the classifieds of various forums.

 

[moto826]

i jest bought a sunpod for 130 used its 20 inches so a used one is the way to go

 

[biggyal66]

where did you get a sunpod for 130?

 

[DonW]

Check out Hello lights. You should be able to put together a nice light for less.

Don

 

[luke33]

www.fishneedit.com has nice mh's and t5's for cheap. When i say nice, i mean nice for the price and they work.

 

[DonW]

You have to be careful with that cheap stuff. The ballast are usually junk and under fire the bulbs.

Don

 

[moto826]

nano reef forum used two months some one posted a 16.5 sunpod right after i bought mine mine is 20 inch for a bio cube 14

 

[luke33]

You have to be careful with that cheap stuff. The ballast are usually junk and under fire the bulbs.

Don

Yep, the odyssea's do, but not these guys. They work well. As i know of a few reefers and vendors that have used them for mths. And you can add t5's on the sides, for there price they are pretty unbeatable on the low end.