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BobFish
02-19-2016, 09:19 PM
Anyone on here mounted there lights with a pulley system to lower and raise their lights, anyone want to help out here.
Roskoreef
02-19-2016, 09:28 PM
I'm am very interested...subscribed, I hope someone has done this...I am also looking for a system.
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mseepman
02-19-2016, 11:36 PM
I have mounted my light with a linear actuator to raise and lower it. You can check my build early on to find it, I think page 23.
BobFish
02-20-2016, 12:13 AM
nice tank nice build
fixerupper
02-20-2016, 12:47 AM
Post 12 on this thread
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2470271&highlight=aquarium+taiwan
claynelson
02-20-2016, 01:10 AM
ive dont it but didnt use a motor of any sort but no i may look into it.
mike31154
02-20-2016, 03:21 AM
Oh man, I have mine mounted on some cheapo spring loaded pulley/reel affairs but don't recall where I got them, perhaps a gardening store, or wait, maybe Surplus Herbies here in town, but you don't have one of those in greater Van...
Check a gardening type shop, they often have something similar gear to raise & lower hanging planters? In a pinch maybe a retractable dog leash.... I'm really thinking outside the box now...
spit.fire
02-20-2016, 05:14 AM
liniar actuator > pullies
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The Grizz
02-20-2016, 05:39 AM
I did the same as mseepman did, used 2 liner actuators with push button power supplies to raise and lower 6 Radions in a rack as well as raise and lower the canopy opening on my 300. Used a toggle switch to switch from light rack and canopy opening. Everything bought at Princess Auto.
mike31154
02-20-2016, 03:41 PM
Ok, I found some info on the units similar to the ones I've been using since hanging my my LED fixture. They are retractable reels & are often sold for hanging planters to raise & lower the flower pot for watering. You do need to ensure they are sufficiently robust to support the weight or your light(s). I believe the ones I have can hold up to 30 lbs. I use 2, so potentially can hang a 60 lb fixture on them. It's always a good idea to leave some room for error, i.e., don't max them out. I'm sure with a bit of searching, one could find more heavy duty versions, capable of holding more weight. A quick tug releases the reel mechanism & you can raise or lower what's attached quite easily & lock in position at the desired height. The carabiner fittings make it simple to unhook your cable/rope/chain or whatever you're using as attachment hardware. Mine are starting to get a bit finicky in reel operation these days, but for the price, they are easy to replace. If you want to keep it simple, without motors & wiring, this is an alternative solution.
http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Innovative-Hanging-Planters-Birdfeeders/dp/B00UK8X13U/ref=pd_sim_86_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=4139CXTzoCL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1F1P9X5WF4BFTB3HV4XS
http://www.dhgate.com/product/easy-reach-plant-pulley-plant-hanger-garden/229369179.html#sb1-3-1b;hot|2456745973
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007HIL2T6/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687642&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B004PBIWM8&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1F1P9X5WF4BFTB3HV4XS
I bought a pulley cord on eBay for like 5 dollars. They are used for grow lights and work great
mike31154
02-20-2016, 08:29 PM
Here you go, s'more, heavy duty, especial for suspending grow lights! Max weight 150 lbs for less than 10 bucks a pair. You'll need to deal with extra rope hanging about & make sure you hit a stud in the ceiling or she'll come a crashin' down.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K600K2M?psc=1
Those are the ones I got except they are cheaper on eBay
Scythanith
02-22-2016, 03:52 AM
i use sailing gear eyelets and cleats, no actual pulleys though.
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