anyone have any opinions on this light

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by vaporize

almost like comparing to normal output flourscent.

not realy at all, more like comparing it to T5 systems that are on the market today. The hagen glow for 230.00 is a two bulb single reflector which still puts out 50% more PAR than a comparable PC system.

so depending what the needs are this system would be exelent or good, but not bad. I don't know about shipping but I have never had a problem with drop shipping.

Steve

[sphelps]

Not worth it in my mind:

1. No individual reflectors and not enough space to add them later, you need 2.5" between bulbs to fit good quality individual reflectors.
   
2. Bulbs are likely worthless and will need replacing
   
3. Same deal with the ballast, most of these imports use cheap ballasts which eventually fail or periodically shut down from too much heat.
   
4. Only thing left that looks half decent is the fixture body unless it's plastic. Also poor ventilation combined with the bulbs being too close will result in lower efficiency and bulb life.

You can put together a retrofit for around the same price with better parts.