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Old 03-16-2008, 07:57 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Fans for Halogins

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?

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Old 03-16-2008, 10:08 AM   #2 (permalink)
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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


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