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02-19-2016, 09:19 PM
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Pulley System
Anyone on here mounted there lights with a pulley system to lower and raise their lights, anyone want to help out here.
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Current Tank Info: 187 custom reef tank, Running ZeoVit with Vibe, Apex New Gen, Jebao DCS 12000 return pump, custom180 Euro-reef skimmer, running Mazzi venturi and mag 18pump, Lighting-2 60" XHO blue reefbrites , with 8x60" T-5, 2 Maxspect Gyre XF150,and 1Maxspect Gyre XF250 Generator with controller, 120 lbs of Tonga Branch rock, custom sump and manifold 
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02-19-2016, 09:28 PM
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I'm am very interested...subscribed, I hope someone has done this...I am also looking for a system.
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02-19-2016, 11:36 PM
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I have mounted my light with a linear actuator to raise and lower it. You can check my build early on to find it, I think page 23.
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02-20-2016, 12:13 AM
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nice tank nice build
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Current Tank Info: 187 custom reef tank, Running ZeoVit with Vibe, Apex New Gen, Jebao DCS 12000 return pump, custom180 Euro-reef skimmer, running Mazzi venturi and mag 18pump, Lighting-2 60" XHO blue reefbrites , with 8x60" T-5, 2 Maxspect Gyre XF150,and 1Maxspect Gyre XF250 Generator with controller, 120 lbs of Tonga Branch rock, custom sump and manifold
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02-20-2016, 12:47 AM
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tube winch
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02-20-2016, 01:10 AM
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ive dont it but didnt use a motor of any sort but no i may look into it.
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02-20-2016, 03:21 AM
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Oh man, I have mine mounted on some cheapo spring loaded pulley/reel affairs but don't recall where I got them, perhaps a gardening store, or wait, maybe Surplus Herbies here in town, but you don't have one of those in greater Van...
Check a gardening type shop, they often have something similar gear to raise & lower hanging planters? In a pinch maybe a retractable dog leash.... I'm really thinking outside the box now...
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02-20-2016, 05:14 AM
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liniar actuator > pullies
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02-20-2016, 05:39 AM
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I did the same as mseepman did, used 2 liner actuators with push button power supplies to raise and lower 6 Radions in a rack as well as raise and lower the canopy opening on my 300. Used a toggle switch to switch from light rack and canopy opening. Everything bought at Princess Auto.
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02-20-2016, 03:41 PM
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Ok, I found some info on the units similar to the ones I've been using since hanging my my LED fixture. They are retractable reels & are often sold for hanging planters to raise & lower the flower pot for watering. You do need to ensure they are sufficiently robust to support the weight or your light(s). I believe the ones I have can hold up to 30 lbs. I use 2, so potentially can hang a 60 lb fixture on them. It's always a good idea to leave some room for error, i.e., don't max them out. I'm sure with a bit of searching, one could find more heavy duty versions, capable of holding more weight. A quick tug releases the reel mechanism & you can raise or lower what's attached quite easily & lock in position at the desired height. The carabiner fittings make it simple to unhook your cable/rope/chain or whatever you're using as attachment hardware. Mine are starting to get a bit finicky in reel operation these days, but for the price, they are easy to replace. If you want to keep it simple, without motors & wiring, this is an alternative solution.
http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Innova...5WF4BFTB3HV4XS http://www.dhgate.com/product/easy-r...hot|2456745973 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...5WF4BFTB3HV4XS
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Linear Mode
