lights of america

[tygerfifteen]

Anyone have? 65watt?
was wondering if it would be sufficient if I add some actinic blues3 of themm for 90 watts total, plus 2 65 fives .for a 77 gallon for low light corals(3.something per gallon)
also I have Lights of america uunder the counter lights I can't seem to get my 24"power lows to work with them they both say 20 watts onthe fixture and bulbs anyone know why?
thankx

 

[bang guy]

I have several of the 65 watt LOA lights. I use them to grow Phyto. They are bright but not truly appropriate for a display tank unless you're not going to put them in a canopy. The fixture needs positive ventilation or the ballast will fry. The price is right though.

 

[melbournefl]

Bang, what do you mean by "positive ventilation"? the lights come in sealed fixtures, so you've got me a bit confused.
thanks,
Paul

 

[bang guy]

I found that if I take them apart and drill holes in the back the ballast will last twice as long. A fan blowing on them would probably accomplish the same goal.

 

[melbournefl]

Oh I see, thanks for the clarification. I took mine completely out of the fixture and built a custom reflector that houses all 9 of the ones I have installed. The ballast's are basically completely open so hopefully this won't be a problem
Later,
Paul