different lightning?

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by westco77, Feb 4, 2008.

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  1. westco77

    westco77 Plankton

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    has anyone tried other kinds of lighting.(halogen,mercury vapor,sodium filled) Would they work fish or reef?
     
    westco77, Feb 4, 2008
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  2. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    I myself have not(that I know of), I've always used CF's and MH's
     
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  3. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    halogen lights wont work
    some metal halides are mercury or sodium based but need specific ballasts to fire the bulb
     
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  4. westco77

    westco77 Plankton

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    Just looking for an alternative thanks for the info:)
     
    westco77, Feb 9, 2008
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