Fans for Halogins

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by Grotto, Mar 16, 2008.

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  1. Grotto

    Grotto Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    In the process of doing a DIY hood that will house 2 x 250w M/H's and
    2 x 110 VHO Super Actinics.

    What type of fans should I purchase for them and how many would I need? I was thinking only 2 fans, 1 for each of the halogen bulbs, because it's my understanding the the VHO lamps run pretty cool.

    Do I need AC or DC fans? How many RPM's should I be looking to get, is it possible to get a fan with too much RPM?

    Thanks in advance everyone :)
     
    Grotto, Mar 16, 2008
    Grotto, Mar 16, 2008
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  2. aquaboy

    aquaboy Panda Puffer

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    halides and halogens are two different kinds of lamps ;) i use two DC computer fans on mine, as there is not much moisture where they are.try and get the highest CFM you can ;)
     
    aquaboy, Mar 16, 2008
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