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Unread 09/10/2007, 03:48 AM   #1
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Upgrade / Modify Current Light - 150W to 250W

Does anyone know if it is possible to upgrade a 48 inch Current USA Outer Orbit 2x150W MH w/ 2x130W Dual Actinic to a 250W MH lighting system? Would it be as "straight forward" as replacing the ballast only? Thanks!


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Unread 09/10/2007, 09:35 PM   #2
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Unread 09/11/2007, 01:29 AM   #3
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I say a YES. replace ballast and add more fan to take away the heat.


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Unread 09/13/2007, 09:45 AM   #4
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thanks... any other comments?


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Unread 09/16/2007, 01:16 PM   #5
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It can be done, and there is a guy named DARG that does it, but I talked to the owner at current and he doesn't rec doing it.
Do at your own risk, but search for thread by DARG.


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