WMAS Discussion Forum : T5 lighting http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:24:52 +0000 Fri, 18 Jul 2014 07:41:08 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=72159 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[T5 lighting : The ballasts found at local hardware...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=570015&title=t5-lighting#570015 Author: Mark Peterson
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 18 2014 at 7:41am

The ballasts found at local hardware stores are typically not high output. The t5's would only run dim.

Where do you live? Maybe we could arrange something.

I am putting together an order with Amazon right now for some things I need that come with free shipping. I just found a WH7 for $36 with estimated shipping of only $7. Here is the link but it may be specific to my Amazon account. http://amazon.com/gp/product/B001P23CHA/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2LTR9PLG4BV2H

If that link doesn't work for you, please feel free to call/text me so we can work this out on the spot. I want to place the order today.

Aloha,
Mark Hug
808-345-1049 text/call/visit anytime
]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2014 07:41:08 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=570015&title=t5-lighting#570015 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : I&#039;m not sure. You need to...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569969&title=t5-lighting#569969 Author: Fatman
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 17 2014 at 2:59pm

I'm not sure. You need to compare the specs in the datasheets. I got my last one at home depot.]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2014 14:59:24 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569969&title=t5-lighting#569969 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : Will a Phillips brand work?I am...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569956&title=t5-lighting#569956 Author: mashfan
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 17 2014 at 1:01pm

Will a Phillips brand work?   I am three hours from salt lake and trying to find something local to my area. That's the only ballast my local company has. ]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2014 13:01:17 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569956&title=t5-lighting#569956 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : That&#039;s a WH5. You need a...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569891&title=t5-lighting#569891 Author: Mark Peterson
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 16 2014 at 6:38pm

That's a WH5. You need a WH7. Until just recently I was in Amazon Prime so I would get free shipping. They wanted $100 for renewal so I cancelled.

Don't know where you live, but Commercial Lighting Supply has them for about $50.
Address: 2440 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84119
Phone:(801) 262-0888

Aloha,
Mark Hug
808-345-1049 text/call/visit anytime

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2014 18:38:44 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569891&title=t5-lighting#569891 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : http://www.amazon.com/Fulham-W...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569887&title=t5-lighting#569887 Author: mashfan
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 16 2014 at 4:37pm

http://www.amazon.com/Fulham-Workhorse-Fluorescent-Ballast-WH5-120-L/dp/B003MRRM86/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1405549892&sr=8-4&keywords=workhorse+ballast

Will this work?]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2014 16:37:40 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569887&title=t5-lighting#569887 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : MarkWhere did you find that ballast?...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569886&title=t5-lighting#569886 Author: mashfan
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 16 2014 at 4:25pm

Mark
Where did you find that ballast? All the ones I found were about 30 but 30 to 40 shipping. ]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2014 16:25:22 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569886&title=t5-lighting#569886 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : A Workhorse 7 ballast runs two...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569808&title=t5-lighting#569808 Author: Mark Peterson
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 15 2014 at 6:04pm

A Workhorse 7 ballast runs two 48" 54W T5's. I just looked online and found that a WH7 is only $36. I have been using them for years. They are very reliable. Many of the ballasts found in light fixtures are Workhorse, made by the Fulham Co.

I place the ballast in-line so it is away from the fixture and the tank. This helps keep some heat away from the aquarium. Let me know if you would like my help with wiring. I'm happy to share my expertise at no charge.

Aloha Hug


Edited by Mark Peterson - July 15 2014 at 6:08pm]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2014 18:04:40 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569808&title=t5-lighting#569808 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : I would watch the classifieds...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569781&title=t5-lighting#569781 Author: Matthew
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 14 2014 at 8:49pm

I would watch the classifieds on KSL:

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=30677671&cat=371&lpid=&search=t5&ad_cid=8

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=30532617&cat=371&lpid=1&search=t5&ad_cid=6

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2014 20:49:27 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569781&title=t5-lighting#569781 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : Not too long ago.... JesseJames...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569746&title=t5-lighting#569746 Author: JBlaze31
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 13 2014 at 10:17pm

Not too long ago.... JesseJames had quite a few of the T5HO fixtures.  He might still have some and he was selling them for a great price.  Try contacting him and see if he has any left.  Hope this helps.]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2014 22:17:08 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569746&title=t5-lighting#569746 <![CDATA[T5 lighting : I had a current nova extreme 2...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569743&title=t5-lighting#569743 Author: mashfan
Subject: 72159
Posted: July 13 2014 at 9:57pm

I had a current nova extreme 2 x48" for years now. It died last week when I put in coral life light bulbs. The ballast is as much as the light fixture. I am looking for a new light fixture.   I really want led max spects but I do not have the full amount yet. I need to buy a set until I can get them.   I need any recommendations on t5 light fixtures and where to buy it from. ]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2014 21:57:23 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=72159&PID=569743&title=t5-lighting#569743