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summerdaze

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does anyone know how long the bulbs are supposed to work, I bought a pc setup 2 weeks ago new and one half of the actinic bulbs has went out. I bought this from my lfs and there was no paperwork what so ever in the box. The lady at the lfs had them displayed over one of her empty tanks.please advise! thanks
this is a current usa satellite light
 
chipmaker

chipmaker

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Unless its a ballast or socket or wiring problem, bulbs are not usually warranted, but they should have lasted a lot longer than that time frame. Try talking to the lfs owner maybe they will have a bit of mercy and good faith and make things right for you. Does not hurt to ask.
 
mombostic

mombostic

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In my pc fixture the actinics were going out. They'd work a few days, then go back off, then work, etc. I cleaned the pins really good and the sockets, and they worked perfectly for about two days, now they are off again. These are brand new bulbs. Check the pins for corrosion, and make sure they are plugged in all the way. If you still can't get them to work, check with the lfs--it could be a ballast if it isn't the bulbs.
 
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summerdaze

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I wonder what I should do? ive only had them for 2 weeks.I needed lights fast so I bought these for $275.
 
shogun323

shogun323

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Originally Posted by summerdaze
does anyone know how long the bulbs are supposed to work, I bought a pc setup 2 weeks ago new and one half of the actinic bulbs has went out. I bought this from my lfs and there was no paperwork what so ever in the box. The lady at the lfs had them displayed over one of her empty tanks.please advise! thanks
this is a current usa satellite light
I thought the same thing when I bought mine. That is actually how they are supposed to be. I have Orbit PC lights and I freaked out when I turned mine on. I even called their support about it. You are good to go!!!
 
michaeltx

michaeltx

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they are supposed to hold K rating for 8-10 months. if you have a 2 bulbs unit try moving that bulb to the other side and see if it works if it does then there is a problem with the fixture if it doesnt then its usually the bulb. there are many things that can go wrong with any bulb so I would talk to the LFS and see if there is a way to get another. most companies can return defective lights to their sources just have to check with the LFS to see if they can and if they have a warranty on them.
I have a set that I use over my houseplants thats where my retired reef bulbs go to and they have been going strong for almost 5 years now but the K rating has switched so they arent good for reef aplications anymore.
mike
 
jerthunter

jerthunter

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If you have a half and half actinic bulb then the actinic 03 side will look much dimmer then the other side of the actinic bulb. I think that is what shogun is saying too..
 
shogun323

shogun323

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Originally Posted by Jerthunter
If you have a half and half actinic bulb then the actinic 03 side will look much dimmer then the other side of the actinic bulb. I think that is what shogun is saying too..
Exactimundo my friend!!!!
 
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summerdaze

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so is it normal one half of the double actinic bulb is out. there is two bulbs in one. thanks
 
humu1

humu1

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I actually have the current satellite and yes half of the dual actinic is way dimmer than the other side the 420nM side I believe
 
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summerdaze

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it doesnt even seem like it works, how can I tell if its on?thanks
 
symon

symon

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You need to do some testing, take your bulbs out and try them 1 by 1 , I would say there should be some kinda of instant warranty from the lfs, It is completely possible you have a bad unit! Test it out , form your own conclusions, talk to the LFS!
Good Luck!
 
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