Question for Lunatik

Discussion in 'Reef Lighting' started by Zzippper, Feb 26, 2009.

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  1. Zzippper

    Zzippper Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Luna... are you out there? :)

    I recall seeing a post where you indicated that you had upgraded/replaced the internal cooling fan in your Odyssea MH light fixture... I cannot seem to locate the post.

    My question is... What size & type fan did you use?

    Thanks!

    Z
     
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  3. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    In my case, my light fixture came with (2) 2" fans. One of them was located some what in the middle of the fixture(this one was twice as big as the other one) and the second one was all the way to the left of the unit. I went to Tiger Direct(local computer shop) and bought (4) 2" fans. I place a pair of them at opposite ends, (2) blowing in and (2) blowing out. Dont bother going to Radio Shack b/c they dont carry the fans(at least mine didnt). Here's a link.....

    Masscool 90mm Ball Bearing Case Cooling Fan 09025B1M34 at TigerDirect.com

    or this one.

    Masscool 80mm Sleeve Bearing Case Fan 08025S1M34 at TigerDirect.com


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  4. Zzippper

    Zzippper Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Thanks for the speedy reply.

    It sounds like you mounted/installed these new fans differently than the original stock fans were mounted. Did you mount them external to the light fixture? It sounds like you attached two on each end.

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  5. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Both fans are installed internaly and at opposite ends. With the cords facing to your right(the fixture being parallel to you), the fans on the left side are able to be installed professionally. The fans to the right side(cord side) had to be rigged. Hope this helps. Luna