T5's in PC?

[frightmare]

Hey I have a standard NO fixture, I found some T5HO bulbs that are the same size and same ends. My question is can I use them, Or do I need another fixture. I know the T5's will fit in the fixture.

 

[dazed2040]

Originally Posted by Frightmare
http:///forum/post/3026696
Hey I have a standard PC fixture, I found some T5HO bulbs that are the same size and same ends. My question is can I use them, Or do I need another fixture. I know the T5's will fit in the fixture.
I would say no the pc's put out a higher wattage so I would think you would blow the T5's....

 

[wangotango]

The connections shouldn't be the same. A PC bulb is "U" shaped with a single connection at the end, a T5 is a single tube with a connection at both ends.
-Justin

 

[frightmare]

ya my mistake I have N.O lights, they are single tube with connection at both ends. I think there t8's? Came with tank

 

[salt210]

what will the wattage difference be? if the T5 is lower wattage it might run it, but I would still recommend a T5 ballast

 

[frightmare]

Answered my own question, the cant go strait in, they do sell adapters though. Think Ill just get a new fixture.