Halide UV Shield

[rememberme]

I just wondered if anyone has some information on what I need for my halide fixtures. I hear you need a UV shield? If this is true, where could I go about getting one? Or making it?!

Thanks!

[Reefland]

A UV shield is only necessary if you are using Double-Ended bulbs; mogule base bulbs utilize their envelope as the UV shield.

Scott Z.

[AquaticCo]

If you are running a double ended bulb you will need basiclly the following

Clear tempered glass - Low E. The Low E is actually the type of coating which eleminates the UV rays. Also ask that the glass is seamed...(spelling). Basically all the sharp edges sanded.