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Re: [APD] FL endcap question



I plan on using them with t-8 bulbs. I'll probably just get some new endcaps
to go with them as well. I just thought I might be able to save a few
pennies using existing parts I had laying around. Thanks for the input!

Kevin Simms

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paul M Wallace" <pwallace at u_washington.edu>
To: "aquatic plants digest" <aquatic-plants at actwin_com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 12:42 PM
Subject: Re: [APD] FL endcap question


> Yes, I did a copy/paste on the original post and cringed a little at the
"proof" part.  I would vote not safe if submersed too!
>
> If the issue is a better ballast, I would not recommend using a "normal"
T-8 ballast with T-12 Lamps.  The T8 requires less energy and will therefore
"under-drive" T12.  The T12 will work just fine with a Fulham "workhorse"
series though.  I know an ex-reefer with 3X VHO over 100 gal that is doing
fine.
>
> Which reminds me, there is a VHO Water-Proof variant out there that might
be other than bipin...
>
> -Paul
>
>
> On Tue, 27 Sep 2005, S. Hieber wrote:
>
> >
> > Nice catch Paul, the pins fit but the rings meant to seal
> > water away from the pins will be useless.
> >
> > I know some vendors call these things water proof, but
> > water resistant is a more apt description, imo. Given the
> > high voltage and ample supplies of electric current and
> > less than pure water, it's best to realize that they
> > probably are not warranted to safe if submersed. ;-)
> >
> > sh
> > --- Paul M Wallace <pwallace at u_washington.edu> wrote:
> >
> >> Yes, they will work becasue the both are "medium bipin"
> >> so the bulb will light.
> >>
> >> No, They will not be waterproof if you use T-8 bulbs.
> >>
> >> -Paul
> >>
> >> On Tue, 27 Sep 2005, S. Hieber wrote:
> >>
> >>> They won't fit since they are made for a 12/8" outside
> >>> diameter tube and T8s are only 8/8" diameter.
> >>>
> >>> You might be able to find some adapters.
> >>>
> >>> sh
> >>>
> >>> --- Kevin Simms <redlam1 at interconnect_net> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>> Will t12 endcaps work with t8 bulbs? I have some nice
> >>>> waterproof t12 endcaps and would like to use them with
> >>>> some new t8 ballasts but Im not sure if they are
> >>>> interchangeable.
> >>>>
> >>>> Thanks,
> >>>>
> >>>> Kevin Simms
> >>>> Corpus Christi, TX
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