Current MH Lighting ballast question

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by NYReefer, Feb 17, 2008.

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  1. NYReefer

    NYReefer Plankton

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    Is it better to get MH lighting with an external ballast? My concern is heat by the tank. Current has 150w models with internal ballst or 250w models with external ballst. Im thinking the external ballast would be cooler. Any thoughts or comments?
     
    NYReefer, Feb 17, 2008
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  2. coral reefer

    coral reefer Giant Squid

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    External ballast would be cooler, reduce fire hazzard and makes the unit less heavy by having the ballast separate from the unit!!!!!!
     
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  3. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    To add to what CR said, The external ballasts are better(IMO) b/c you can place a fan on them to keep them even cooler. Esp. if there from Odyssea.
     
    lunatik_69, Feb 17, 2008
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  4. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    external electronic ballasts dont get hot
     
    reef_guru, Feb 18, 2008
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