light strips

[ray01]

Would i be able to use a t8 bulb in a fixture that is made for a t12 bulb

 

[BadCon]

Though the bulb will fit, its not ideal. T12 bulbs require more power at a given size then T8's, and T12 fixtures often use crappy magnetic ballasts.

 

[ray01]

would a 48 in shop light be ok to put a retisun 10.0 for the uv in along with a regular flouresent bulb just for extra light. my tank is 4ft X2ftX 18in,

 

[BadCon]

If its a T8 fixture with an electronic ballast, then yes, it'll be fine.

 

[ray01]

i was wondering if a 48in shop light is too long. I was was told too use a 36" but trying too find fixture that size here is next too impossible. The only ones i can find are t5s(lots of 24"-48" t8).Would a long strip with 2 fluro tube do anything too the cool side. I a total newbie at this so i don't want too make any mistakes. Also what would be the best way to mount this in on or top so they can get the full benefit of the uv light.

 

[ray01]

Does anyone know where i can get a 36in t8 fixture from in vancouver area. I've called wal-mart , home depot and nobody has them, just t5-t12. I want it for a reptisun 10.0

 

[nikipop]

You can try ordering it ...

http://homedepot.digby.com/homedepot/product/detail.do?itemId=202938509&categoryId=&path=