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Item Code: 4723001
Why Retrofit? ~These kits allow you the ultimate control with multiple color temps (10,000K, 6,700K, etc.) / phosphor types (Actinic 03) to choose from!!! You can truly customize the lighting to your exact needs!
* Compact Fluorescent lighting has become a very popular choice among hobbyists in recent years. Retrofit kits are excellent for those demanding aquarists that want to customize the phosphor mix of light going into their tank.
* This kit is perfect for refugiums, algae scrubbers or nano reefs.
* A high quality retrofit kit to meet the your specialty lighting needs!
* Includes: Reflector, Compact Electronic NANO Ballast, square pin connection, standard powercord, CF lamp clips and your choice of 55W bulb!
* Commercial grade premium quality ballast with rapid/soft start for longer bulb life. One remote ballast. These do not have an "On/Off" switch, so we recommend that you place them on a timer.
* Electronic ballast is cool running and more efficient than magnetic ballasts. It will operate 28W, 32W, 36W and 55W bulbs!
* Caution: This retrofit/ballast kit must be housed in an area free of moisture, behind glass or acrylic. Make sure the bulb and socket are sealed off from any moisture, humidity or evaporation of your tank's water. Failure to do so will void any and all warranty, and could be a potential hazard.
* Actual Working dimensions: * Ballast dimensions: 3 7/8"L x 2 1/8"W x 1 3/16"H; Square pin socket cord: 7", powercord wire leads off ballast: 10"; power cord: 6
* Reflector Dimensions: 23"L x 4 1/2"W x 2"H.
* Manufacturer: HelloLights.com
* The square pin socket on this ballast kit is NOT moisture proof. Do not run this unit directly exposed to surface water or high humidity. Failure to provide adequate ventilation can cause ballast/bulb failure.
*** FAQ:
Q. Does this ballast kit come with mounting instructions?
A. No. The Nano Ballast is so small and versatile, we cannot possibly come up with every mounting scenario.
Q. What's the difference between all the color temps (K)?
A. Heres the best way to summarize it:
5,000K = Warm daylight, slight hint of yellow when fired next to a 10,000K. Great for freshwater fish and plant tanks.
6,700K = Nice white, not as visually bright as a higher K bulb. Not as yellow as a 5,000K, also great for freshwater fish and plants.
8,800K = Strong, bright, crisp light, comparable to 10,000K.
10,000K = Bright crisp white light.
Actinic 03 = Violet light, ideal for invertebrates. HelloLights true Actinic 03 has phosphors that will cause fluorescing in certain reef animals.
Blue 7,100K = Bright blue light. This will not cause very nice fluorescing, but rather is for a visual balance, helping to "whiten" up yellow looking lights.
50/50 = 1 tube has either Actinic or Blue 7,100K, and the other has daylight. This is great if you want a nice mix of white/blue light.
Q. What's the difference between German (straight pin) and Panasonic (Square pin) bulbs?
A. Square Pin bulbs are slightly "wider and longer" than straight pin ones. They seem to be the more popular choice among hobbyists. Both types are available from most shops. If you end up choosing the SQUARE pin, be sure to "stretch" out the lamp clips a bit, as the reduced pressure will minimize bulbs breaking.
To avoid problems with CF bulbs & ballasts, we recommend:
1) Mount electronic ballasts as far away from heat sources as possible (this would include bulbs as a heat source).
2) Do not mount ballasts in any high humidity areas (ie. above sump, etc).
3) Avoid unnecessarily removing Compact Fluorescent bulbs once they are in place. Glass bulbs are fragile, so take care when handling them.
4) Make sure they are pushed all the way into their sockets.
5) Mount behind glass or acrylic 3-6" above the water. Do NOT operate any bulb directly over exposed water!
6) Securely mount all endcap cords, as loose cords can be pulled on accidentally, resulting in bulb breakage.
7) Most photo periods are between 8-12 hours, depending on specimen needs.
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