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09/15/2011, 07:30 PM
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will switching to a magnetic ballast
Improve the performance of my radium bulb?
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09/15/2011, 07:33 PM
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It can.
What reflector do you have? If you are running a parabolic then you will get more from an upgraded reflector.
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Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k. |
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09/15/2011, 07:39 PM
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You will get about 25% more PAR from running the radium on an hqi magnetic ballet than you will running it on an electronic. It will be brighter, whiter, and last longer as well.
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09/15/2011, 07:51 PM
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Just started reading about lighting in more detail. Can I retrofit my unit with an upgraded reflector? |
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