T5 ballasts ok for a power compact?

s1214215 · 08-11-2005, 03:29 PM

Hey Everyone

Can I use 65 wat T5 ballasts for my 65 wat power compact light? My original ballast has broken and I cant get a high enough wattage PC ballast here in Thailand, but can get T5 ballast in the same wattage. Is it ok?

Brett

**charlie** · 08-14-2005, 09:26 AM

I really don't think it is a good idea to do that. I would check with the manufacturer and make sure.

**Poseidon** · 08-14-2005, 12:22 PM

I think it depends on the Ballast, I know IceCap says their ballast will light t5, VHO, or PC, as long as the wattage falls within tolerances....

s1214215 · 08-14-2005, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Poseidon

I think it depends on the Ballast, I know IceCap says their ballast will light t5, VHO, or PC, as long as the wattage falls within tolerances....

Thanks for the help. I live in Thailand at the moment so getting a serious ballast like Icecap is not a valid option due to corrupt import department practices. I can get a local brand, but only a T5. I will try contacting the manufacturer - Current USA to see what they think. But the last time I emailed them I got no reply - I may be stuck with a stuffed light I think LOL

Brett

08-11-2005, 03:29 PM	#1
s1214215 Tenant Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bangkok Posts: 56	T5 ballasts ok for a power compact? Hey Everyone Can I use 65 wat T5 ballasts for my 65 wat power compact light? My original ballast has broken and I cant get a high enough wattage PC ballast here in Thailand, but can get T5 ballast in the same wattage. Is it ok? Brett __________________ :slap:

08-14-2005, 09:26 AM	#2
charlie Keeper of Willis Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: NW Montana Posts: 6,345	I really don't think it is a good idea to do that. I would check with the manufacturer and make sure. __________________ 400 Gallon Reef Log Rome wasn't built in a day---neither is a reef

08-14-2005, 12:22 PM	#3
Poseidon Moderator Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Swartz Creek, MI Posts: 6,540	I think it depends on the Ballast, I know IceCap says their ballast will light t5, VHO, or PC, as long as the wattage falls within tolerances.... __________________ Need a Photographer? Just say NO to CRABS Mike

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