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Obie Bradtke
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∙ 12y agoBlast in tube lights actually ionized the enclosed gas in the tube so that the current start to flow in gas and light produced.
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∙ 12y agoA ballast is kind of like a transformer in the fact that it changes the voltage of the power coming in. The ballast is the black box and not a part of the bulb itself.
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Can you use a 70 watt high pressure sodium bulb in a 100 watt ballast?
No. The bulb has to match the ballast wattage exactly. And you can't interchange different lamps (like metal halide) either. The ballast is specific to that wattage and lamp type. The bulb will either burn out quickly or just not work properly at all
Do you need a ballast for a 250watt sodium bulb?
yes
Why does a circular fluorescent light bulb not light up fully?
You have a failing bulb or ballast.
Can you use a 100 watt metal halide bulb in a 150 watt lamp?
Not recommended. It would work but shorten lamp life and may cause risk of fire. However, if you just wanted to check a lamp was capable of striking it would be ok for a few minutes. I've done the opposite in the past and used a 150w lamp with a 100w ballast. Works, but not good for any of the components, including lamp.
Will a higher wattage hps bulb work in a ballast that came with a lower wattage bulb?
A higher wattage HPS bulb may work with a ballast that is rated for a lower wattage bulb , but may appear to be dim and will not produce the rated light output. It is best to match ballast and bulb accordingly.
What bulb uses energy more effenciently compact or incandescent?
compact fluoresent
Can i run 350w metal light bulb on 400 volts ballast?
Yes, provided the bulb types are compatible with the 400 watt ballast.
How do you check a mercury lamp ballast to see if it needs replaced?
Purchase a new bulb and see if it works. If it does, the ballast is good, if it does't the ballast is bad. Return the new bulb and purchase a new ballast. Or, just buy a new fixture....its cheaper.
Can you use a 70 watt high pressure sodium bulb in a 100 watt ballast?
No. The bulb has to match the ballast wattage exactly. And you can't interchange different lamps (like metal halide) either. The ballast is specific to that wattage and lamp type. The bulb will either burn out quickly or just not work properly at all
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.
Do you need a ballast for a 250watt sodium bulb?
yes
Why does a circular fluorescent light bulb not light up fully?
You have a failing bulb or ballast.
Can you use a 100 watt metal halide bulb in a 150 watt lamp?
Not recommended. It would work but shorten lamp life and may cause risk of fire. However, if you just wanted to check a lamp was capable of striking it would be ok for a few minutes. I've done the opposite in the past and used a 150w lamp with a 100w ballast. Works, but not good for any of the components, including lamp.
Can you use 250W metal halide bulb in a 1000W metal halide ballast?
No. The lamp has to match the ballast. The lamp will not ignite if the wrong ballast is used.
Can you use a 70 watt high pressure sodium bulb in a 150 watt ballast?
No, you can not use a 150 watt high pressure sodium bulb with a 70 watt ballast.
Will a higher wattage hps bulb work in a ballast that came with a lower wattage bulb?
A higher wattage HPS bulb may work with a ballast that is rated for a lower wattage bulb , but may appear to be dim and will not produce the rated light output. It is best to match ballast and bulb accordingly.
Can you replace a 150 watt hallide with a 175 watt?
no you cant if the ballast is for a 150w bulb you have to retro fit the ballast then u can
