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Old 11-14-2008, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by midgetwaiter View Post
Small note, URI T5 bulbs are properly designated as V-HO. They worked with Icecap to build bulbs that would last longer with their ballasts, provided adequate cooling they last a year.
That is correct! The key is the active cooling , i.e. having fans blowing on the endcaps and bulbs. Having T5HOs in close proximity to high wattage MH bulbs without active cooling can really affect their output/lifespan.
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