Sunpod bulb replacement issue

Bygkid · 10/12/2007, 08:25 PM

I recntly ordered and replaced the 150 w 14000k bulbs in my Sunpod. I noticed that at least one of the bulbs seems to be burning a bit bluer than the other 2. Has anyone else had this issue?
I contacted Current USA(who, BTW, has GREAT customer service) and also looked over the FAQ's on their sight. they suggested tryint to clean the contacts with steel wool and reinstall the bulbs. I'm going to do that solely for the fact that I have had the fixture for a year and it sure wouldn't hurt.
Thanks in advance.

Scott

reefnetworth · 10/12/2007, 09:18 PM

if no corrosion, dont fix it.

I use Ushio 14K and they look the same in both tanks.

i would use vinegar or baking soda mixture in a cup, on a Q-Tip before risking any corrosion or steel wool particles falling into the tank. JMO!

Bygkid · 10/12/2007, 11:07 PM

I have used rubbing alcohol on qtips for cleaning electronic equipment before. Would this be ok as well?

Scott

mile sq. reefer · 10/13/2007, 11:01 PM

Byg, did you purchase the same stock bulbs or use a different lamp?

GatorWPB · 10/14/2007, 10:57 AM

If there is a bubble/button looking piece on one side of the bulb, make sure it is facing up. That can make a difference in color if one bulb has the button facing up and the other is down.

10/12/2007, 08:25 PM	#1
Bygkid Premium Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Posts: 187	Sunpod bulb replacement issue I recntly ordered and replaced the 150 w 14000k bulbs in my Sunpod. I noticed that at least one of the bulbs seems to be burning a bit bluer than the other 2. Has anyone else had this issue? I contacted Current USA(who, BTW, has GREAT customer service) and also looked over the FAQ's on their sight. they suggested tryint to clean the contacts with steel wool and reinstall the bulbs. I'm going to do that solely for the fact that I have had the fixture for a year and it sure wouldn't hurt. Thanks in advance. Scott

10/12/2007, 09:18 PM	#2
reefnetworth Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 3,810	if no corrosion, dont fix it. I use Ushio 14K and they look the same in both tanks. i would use vinegar or baking soda mixture in a cup, on a Q-Tip before risking any corrosion or steel wool particles falling into the tank. JMO! __________________ GIVE A MAN A FISH, YOU FEED HIM FOR A DAY. TEACH A MAN TO FISH, HE FEEDS HIMSELF FOR LIFE. (NEVER, underestimate another man's greed) Current Tank Info: SPS dominated barebottom display with BB sump since 2005, most consistant parameters in 19+ years of reefkeeping.

10/12/2007, 11:07 PM	#3
Bygkid Premium Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Posts: 187	I have used rubbing alcohol on qtips for cleaning electronic equipment before. Would this be ok as well? Scott __________________ One cannot wage war under present conditions without the support of public opinion, which is tremendously molded by the press and other forms of propaganda. - Douglas MacArthur Current Tank Info: Custom 140g mixed reef. 2 Mag 12 returns, 60" Current Sunpod HQI with 3 Phoenix 14000K 150W DE MH,55g sump/fug, Tunze 9015 skimmer, 4 Tunze 6055's w/ Multi Controller: 29g FW community tank, 450G FW Comet ponds

10/13/2007, 11:01 PM	#4
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	Byg, did you purchase the same stock bulbs or use a different lamp?

10/14/2007, 10:57 AM	#5
GatorWPB Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 567	If there is a bubble/button looking piece on one side of the bulb, make sure it is facing up. That can make a difference in color if one bulb has the button facing up and the other is down.