MH lighting

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by Texas33, Mar 8, 2009.

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  1. Texas33

    Texas33 Plankton

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    Can anyone tell me if it is possible to power two 175 watt light/moguls off of one 400w Ice Cap Ballast MH?
     
    Texas33, Mar 8, 2009
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  2. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    If the ballast was made to put two on, then yes, otherwise, I wouldn't(something to do with the start up)
     
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  3. Texas33

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    thanks
     
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  4. Brandon1023

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    I'm pretty sure you can't, actually. You would be pushing 400 watts through bulbs that can only handle 350 watts. Let me see if I can find and old thread of mine where people were telling me something to that nature....
     
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