1. Mar 31, 2011 #1
   Quad cities

   Zachstankostosmall Well-Known ReefKeeper

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   I was looking at a regular light from a fresh water set up last night and i took it apart and was wondering if anyone new if the litle ballast inside would power a t5?????? thanks for any comments

    
2. Mar 31, 2011 #2
   Minburn, IA

   FlyingMoray Experienced Reefkeeper

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   Nope, the one in your light is more than likely a non-electronic ballast that needs a starter. It just a completely different technology than the t5 ballasts.

    
3. Mar 31, 2011 #3
   Quad cities

   Zachstankostosmall Well-Known ReefKeeper

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   Figured and yes has a starter just thgt it was at least worth asking thanks

    
4. Mar 31, 2011 #4
   

   Armydog Expert Reefkeeper

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   You can buy a ballast from lowes or home depot that will power a t5 and just wire it to that light

    
5. Apr 1, 2011 #5
   Quad cities

   Zachstankostosmall Well-Known ReefKeeper

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   Thanks army will be doing that

    

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