Changing VHO

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by Malachi, Mar 31, 2005.

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  1. Malachi

    Malachi Sea Dragon

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    I was told ever 6 months on a VHO, what do you think?
     
    Malachi, Mar 31, 2005
    Malachi, Mar 31, 2005
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  2. skennelly

    skennelly Coral Banded Shrimp

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    That's probably the safe time to change bulbs, but if you have an Ice-Cap ballast like I do they say you can extend the life of the bulbs to almost a year.
     
    skennelly, Mar 31, 2005
    skennelly, Mar 31, 2005
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  3. Birdlady

    Birdlady Finback Whale

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    I change once per year, buy only my actinics are VHO. :)
     
    Birdlady, Mar 31, 2005
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  4. shawnz28

    shawnz28 3reef Sponsor

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    I change mine about every 9 months
     
    shawnz28, Apr 4, 2005
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