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08/04/2009, 09:20 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Greenwood, AR
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Icecap 430's
Any idea why a 430 can only run 2 T5's but up to 4 VHO's? To me it shouldnt matter as long as max voltage isnt exceeded, but im not an engineer
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08/04/2009, 09:34 PM
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Chalice Monger
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: NW Indiana
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depends on the specs of the diff types of bulbs, probably more to do with amperage draw but i would have to look up the specs to be sure
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08/04/2009, 09:48 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Edmonton Alberta
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Have you tried the Icecap forum?
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08/04/2009, 10:16 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Greenwood, AR
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not a lot on the icecap forum. looks like i can get 60 inch T5 bulbs. I bet they would look okay over a 72 inch tank? Apparently i would get more light than with two 72" vhos and keep heat lower. I wish everyone made 60" T5 bulbs. The 430 should drive the 60 inchers too according to the specs. Any input?
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08/04/2009, 10:21 PM
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On Yer left!
 
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Northern VA
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430 will drive 2 x 60" bulbs at near spec. A 660 will drive 3 x 60" bulbs @ ~ 100W each.
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