Item Code: 61-61004
* High Quality!
* This mounting bracket is for those who already have 250W HQI sockets, and are tired of breaking the fragile bulbs due to mis-alignment.
* Important! Even though this bracket has the holes pre-drilled, the spacing of your sockets must be checked prior to installing the bulb. Due to the socket design (we are not the manufacturers of the sockets), there is still a little potential play where the screws mount. For detailed instructions, PLEASE call us toll free at 877-995-2677, and ask for a tech. We'd be more than happy to help you with this one-time indexing verification!
* When mounting a double ended bulb, make sure not to touch the outer quartz sleeve with your bare hands. All fingerprints should be wiped off with a clean cloth soaked with alcohol.
* Do not mount "double ended" HQI type bulbs without a UV filtering glass shield!! This bulb will put out UV radiation which can damage your eyes and skin, as well as your animals in the tank. The bulb MUST BE burned behind a protective glass sheet.
FAQ:
Q. What kind of glass should I use to shield this bulb?
A. Most regular glass will filter out UV rays. Of course, we are not glass experts, so we recommend that you go to your local Hardware Store, Glass Shop or Frame Store to find out which glass will filter the most UV. You can use tempered glass, since HQI type bulbs burn at a very hot temp, but are not required to.
Q. The end of my bulb chipped while I installed it. What can I do??
A. Unfortunately, the manufacturer will not accept any kinds of returns for bulbs broken or chipped by the user. If it wasn't damaged during shipment, there's nothing we can really do. Be extra careful while installing these bulbs.