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MH lamp question

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Nykademus, Dec 18, 2007.

  1. Dec 18, 2007 #1
    Nykademus

    Nykademus Inactive User

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    I have a 400w industrial ballast/pendant that I would
    like to use over a prop/frag tank. The mogul is mounted vertically at
    the bottom of the ballast.
    The bulb is single ended.


    My question is: Does this type of lamp NEED to be mounted horizontally or can I get away with using it as is?
    Thanks for reading

     
  2. Dec 18, 2007 #2
    ZLTFUL

    ZLTFUL Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    You can use it as is.

    I am assuming it also has the reflector that came with it which is meant to be mounted vertically anyway...
     
  3. Dec 18, 2007 #3
    slovan

    slovan Experienced Reefkeeper

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    It's probably no where near as good as a horizontal bulb in reflector made for aquariums but it should work.
     
  4. Dec 18, 2007 #4
    Nykademus

    Nykademus Inactive User

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    No, it does not currently have a reflector. I am planning on making one when I get ready to install the prop tank. It will be something like this... only not as aesthetically pleasing and made from sheet metal.

    http://www.northerntool.com/images/product/images/161009_lg.jpg
     
  5. Dec 18, 2007 #5
    slovan

    slovan Experienced Reefkeeper

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    Why not mount the socket so that the bulb is horizontal and make a regular spider light reflector similar to this?  https://diyreef.authsecure.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=55_63_93&products_id=566&osCsid=67188bd5ebf98a595dea952479cef644
     
  6. Dec 18, 2007 #6
    Nykademus

    Nykademus Inactive User

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    Its not a remote ballast. I would need to take it apart and rewire it, which I was hoping to avoid if possible.
     

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