Reflective Mylar film?

[Elliot Il Drago]

Hi! The reflector film on my Sunblaster fixture was damaged during a move. I’ve had a really hard time finding a replacement online. Does anyone know if reflective Mylar film will work?
Thanks in advance!

 

[KarrieRee]

Hi! The reflector film on my Sunblaster fixture was damaged during a move. I’ve had a really hard time finding a replacement online. Does anyone know if reflective Mylar film will work?
Thanks in advance!

No idea let's ask Cooper dragon
@CooperDragon

 

[CooperDragon]

That might work. Hard to say without measuring the output though. The best reflectors tend to be very polished/smooth aluminum, but if the mylar is smooth enough to really reflect/direct the light in a concentrated way it may be worth a shot if you don't want to order a replacement reflector.

 

[xp29]

I was wondering if you could replace it with aluminum foil if you turned the shiney side towards the bulb. Would probably have to be careful not the wrinkle it thought, like you said it needs to reflect in a concentrated way.

 

[Claudiusx]

I was wondering if you could replace it with aluminum foil if you turned the shiney side towards the bulb. Would probably have to be careful not the wrinkle it thought, like you said it needs to reflect in a concentrated way.

You can use aluminum foil, just make sure to keep it as smooth as possible and not let there be any creases/folds in it. It can be almost as effective as a good reflector. I've tested this with a solarmeter.

You used to be able to buy just the sunblaster reflector too. I had to a few times while testing the issues with sunblasters, but I can't seem to find just the reflector anymore.

-Brandon

 

[Elliot Il Drago]

Yeah I can’t find the reflector alone. I’ll try the aluminum first and, if that doesn’t work, I’ll just get a new sunblaster fixture since the Mylar film seems to be almost as expensive and there’s no guarantee it will work. Thank you all. I appreciate it!