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robalv
Fri, 1st May 2009, 10:50 PM
http://www.elights.com/sun900502.html

Sun System 2 - 900502 MH 250 Watt Enclosed Ballast Light Systems


SUN900502$184.00
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Sunlight Supply's Sun System 2 Mini systems are complete lighting systems where the reflector & ballast are integrated in the same metal housing. The system includes an integrated ballast, High Quality Reflector and 8ft grounded power cord.

Backlit on / off switch
Steel powder coated housing
95% reflective German aluminum interior
8 foot grounded power cord
Chrome wire mounting hangers
Mogul base socket
Air-Cooled with optional fittings
Purchase your choice of 250W MH lamps separately

Gseclipse02
Fri, 1st May 2009, 11:10 PM
looks like a crappy reflector plus your getting bulbs that you will more then likely change so add more money to that cost

CoryDude
Sat, 2nd May 2009, 12:35 AM
That light's part of sunlight supplies "grow" lights. Not meant for saltwater applications.

1) There's no lens for a splash guard.
2) With integrated ballast, that suckers going to weigh a ton, plus it'll put off double the heat above you tank.
3) Since it's powder coated steel, they'll be rust issues down the road.
4) Like JT said, you'll end up spending more $$$$ on replacement bulb.

Sorry, I don't normally try to poo-poo people's ideas, but that's a bad investment, unless you're a "grower" of green leafy substances.:angel:

robalv
Sat, 2nd May 2009, 01:19 AM
lol thanx you both made up my mind