Braces?

[asbury030]

I have a 180 and the top brace has 2 plastic braces and i want to put MH on this tank but im afraid it will melt the braces.

 

[jlm]

My tank has a plastic brace in the center and I have a dual 250w 10k ushio mh on it. I just hung it from the ceiling. I have not had any problems so far. I post a pic. later. We are running to the city right now. But I would say you'll be fine. Jenny

 

[asbury030]

Bump

 

[squidd]

For the length and depth of that tank you will probably need Three 250 HQI or 400 SE bulbs so just space them evenly "between" the braces and heat should not be an issue...

 

[asbury030]

yea im goin to run 3 400w. Could i put reflection tape just to be safe?

 

[asbury030]

bump

 

[nas19320]

If they are at a reasonable height and you have adequate airflow I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[asbury030]

ok thanks.

 

[jlm]

here's the pic. Sorry it took me so long.