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No, the ballast's output is not matched to operate a fluorescent bulb.

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Is a fluorescent light grounded?

If you are talking about the lamp then the answer is no. If you are talking about the fluorescent fixture, it should be. It is the fixture grounding that helps the tube to ignite. because of the close proximity to the metal of the fixture. There are many occasions when the fixture will not operate, but as soon as the ground is connected the fixture operates fine.


What is the formula for calculating the full current load of a 400 watt metal halide light?

For the amperage of a metal halide fixture look for the nameplate which can be found on the side of the ballast. There it will tell you what the amperage of the fixture draws. Knowing what one fixture draws will allow you to size the lighting circuit for wire and breaker sizes.


Can you replace a 150 watt metal halide lamp with a 175 watt?

The light bulb needs to match the ballast in the fixture.


Does a fluorescent bulb emit the same amount of heat as a metal halide bulb of the same wattage?

No, a fluorescent bulb does not emit the same amount of heat as a metal halide bulb of the same wattage.


What are some types of artificial light?

Incandescent, fluorescent LED, metal halide, halogen, HID (high intensity discharge), etc.


Which light is brighter Metal Halide or mercury Vapor?

Between Metal Halide and Mercury Vapor the higher output is emitted from the Metal Halide lamp.


What are the different types of light?

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What does a metal halide light do to a plant?

Metal-halide light is helpful for plant growth and is often used for indoor plant growing applications. Metal-halide lights produce blue-frequency light. They can provide the temperature , as well as the spectrum of light that encourages plant growth.


Why Metal halide fixture with a 175 w bulb and correct ballast could overheat?

Make sure you are using a metal halide bulb and the ballast is matched to the wattage on the bulb. These both must be correct.


What lights are used to aid the growth of plants?

Metal halide, incandescent, fluorescent and LED are just some of the lights used to provide a light spectrum similar to that of the sun. This will aid in the growth of the plants.


Where can one find a 400 watt metal halide fixture?

400 watt metal halide fixtures can be purchased at various sites on the internet. Some sites that you may want to try out include the following: Amazon and Home Depot.


What should be electrical components for 150 watt metal halide lamp?

At the basic level, you're looking at: * Circuit Protection (fuse or circuit breaker) * Cabling * Mounting hardware (for the light fixture itself) * Within the fixture; A socket, bulb, bulb protection (cover, or sheild)