MH lights

Cal_stir · #1 11-13-2013, 09:58 PM

Can I use single ended MH reflectors without the lens?
Does the lamps outer glass block the UV?

Aquattro · #2 11-13-2013, 09:58 PM

yes and yes

Cal_stir · #3 11-13-2013, 10:00 PM

Thanks and Thanks

lastlight · #4 11-13-2013, 10:17 PM

if splashed the bulb's casing can shatter and still operate... really nuking the tank's inhabitants. The shield offers some more insurance but will also reduce PAR some.

Cal_stir · #5 11-13-2013, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lastlight

if splashed the bulb's casing can shatter and still operate... really nuking the tank's inhabitants. The shield offers some more insurance but will also reduce PAR some.

Yes, that could be a problem, I'm going to try to get some tempered glass that is not UV rated.
Thanks for the input.

Aquattro · #6 11-13-2013, 11:44 PM

I ran mine for a couple years with regular glass, no issues at all.