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Re: [APD] One bulb on a two bulb ballast

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Subject: Re: [APD] One bulb on a two bulb ballast
From: Jerry Baker <jerry at bakerweb_biz>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 08:28:11 -0700
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krisa at demilune_net wrote:
> I've seen some threads on this before, but need some clarification.  I've
> got a two bulb power compact setup.  Is is bad practice to run one bulb
> with a two bulb ballast?  Is it bad for the bulb, ballast, or both? 
> Thanks!

As long as it's wired correctly, it's not going to hurt anything. Most 
ballasts are run slightly under their capabilities anyway. For instance, 
the ballasts that A H Supply sells with their 2 x 55W kit is a 128W ballast.

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