Non aquaria metal hallides.

Putting aside color temp could i use a non aquaria metal hallide lamp for my aquarium?

 

No, unless you want algae problems The Kelvin is too low Goto either Hellolights.com or marinedepot.com They both have the best selection at the best prices
Adam

 

So with the right color temp bulb (let's say a minimun of 6400k) they could be used?

 

Nothing less than 10,000k for a reef 6400 is way too yellow

14,000 is the best color depending on the bulb

 

Hmm thats sounds interesting, altho i may buy a regular fixture with everything. I wanted to make a DIY canopy, had everything already but no idea if put or not MH in there, the problem is that you cant find retrofits in here so im using whatever i can get my hands on and the non aquaria fixture seemed like a good idea.

 

I dont have any experience with retrofits so cant help you there I have a Sunpod Fixture 2 150 watt Mh bulbs

 

Alitle question that was not much to do with this, i have notived that in most cases the MH bulbs are just above cross braces, doesnt it take strenght from the light before entering the water?

 

The biggest issue of halides over braces is the heat they make. if they melt a brace, it might allow your tank to bow, and possibly break.


I use non aquarium halides to test out my wiring when I do retrofit MH's. But I don't use them on the tank, Whey will cause algal issues quickly.