canopy light

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by wesley p, Mar 8, 2012.

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  1. wesley p

    wesley p Flamingo Tongue

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    I built my own stand and canopy for my 65 gallon. I left the back open on the canopy so the two 150w mh i am running would stay cool. I have previously never owned mh so I wanted to make sure I did not have heat problems. The setup is up and doing good now. The only thing is now I have the light shining out the back of my canopy. Does anyone know of a material that I can put on the back of the canopy but still allow it to breath? I keep 3 five inch metal fans running in the canopy now.
     
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  2. chelseagrin

    chelseagrin Fire Goby

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    i think with the fans thats enough to keep the heat down, if you cover it up and the tank overheats you may just have to get a chiller, or deal with the excess light. which IMO is way better an option than investing in a freaking chiller.
     
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  3. zackscott20

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    could try a bed sheet.. that would help a little i would think. just hope it don't burn.. lol ;D
     
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    wesley p Flamingo Tongue

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    I think I will try blocking some of the area off with wood to reduce the light but still keep it cool. I think a bed sheet will burn lol. I will deal with the light before I buy a chiller those thing are high dollar.Thanks
     
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