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03/13/2008, 10:47 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2007
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Metal Halide Bulb Popped
They glass around the bulb popped, but it is still working. Is it ok to use?
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03/13/2008, 10:48 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Fairfield,CT
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Definately not safe to use!!! The glass around the bulb is a UV shield. Without it everything underneath it will burn horribly.
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03/13/2008, 10:48 PM
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Just hanging out
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: ky
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i wouldnt trust it at all.Might wanna keep an extra close eye on water and be ready for water canges just in case some thing dropped into tank.
Tracy
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03/13/2008, 10:49 PM
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Moved On
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: el paso tx
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I wouldnt. Do you know why the , glass cover ? , broke? Those bulbs arnet cheap.
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03/13/2008, 10:53 PM
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That's what i thought. Thanks guys. Time to buy two new ones. I'll save the one that's good for backup.
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03/14/2008, 08:32 AM
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Appalachian Reef Society
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Alum Creek, WV (No more)
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One small drop splash of water will bust them every time.
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