got some lights , will they work ?

jaydsl · #1 03-02-2009, 08:09 AM

hi i got 6 mh lights from a auction just wondering if the will work for tank needs , they are out door rated so water not a prob but what is the diff from these and ones you buy from lfs ?
can i maybe use them with the right bulb ?

lamp type : M58/QDC
lamp watt max : 250/150
volts : 120
amps : 2.5
watts : 300

fishytime · #2 03-02-2009, 12:41 PM

I dont see why they wouldnt work.....with the proper bulb and reflectors.

Snaz · #3 03-02-2009, 12:45 PM

Make sure the glass covers are in place or you will burn out your eyes and get a nasty suntan.

ILIKECOUGARS · #4 03-02-2009, 03:02 PM

As per the second lable, would be 150 watts maxs on these fixture. Also they might have a loud humming noise.

brizzo · #5 03-02-2009, 04:12 PM

M58 = 250w Probe Start Metal Halide

Get the correct bulbs (probe start) and you should have no problem.

mark · #6 03-02-2009, 10:53 PM

don't understand the 150W max sticker for a M58 ballast (250W), probably should see what's on the ballast itself.

Here's a link that shows ANSI number to ballast type and wattage (at bottom).

jaydsl · #7 03-02-2009, 11:57 PM

well for the humm they are quieter then my hamilton pendant , thanks for the info i will look into this a little more

brizzo · #8 03-03-2009, 04:12 AM

How much did you pay for them anyways?

jaydsl · #9 03-04-2009, 05:11 AM

1 got 3 175w and 3 250 watt with bulbs for 30$ i have pluged 3 of them and so far they work

i plan on putting 2 in my shop

jaydsl · #10 03-04-2009, 05:25 AM

if i have any left i may have a buyer for 40$ ea plus i have 2' bells for normal bulbs and mh bulbs x20