New Bulb Flickering

TheReefGeek · #1 03-02-2006, 05:38 AM

Darn, those should be compatible, I was hoping that was the problem.

I have not used DE bulbs, so others will have to chime in as to their experiences during the burn-in period for these bulbs.

Psyire · #2 03-02-2006, 07:22 AM

It is not uncommon for new Halides to flicker. If it continues beyond the 100 hour break in period I would return it. (doubt it will though)

Jaws · #3 03-02-2006, 10:00 AM

Can it affect the corals in any way?

StirCrazy · #4 03-02-2006, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaws

Can it affect the corals in any way?

Sure, weather it is good or bad who knows..I would guess you are getting a UV spike every time it flickers but that is just a guess.
personaly I would call the company and tell them what is going on and ask for a replacment buld.. they shouldn't be flickering.

Steve

OCDP · #5 03-02-2006, 03:21 PM

I agree with Steve, I'd call them up... let them know what's going on, and see what they have to say.

TheReefGeek · #6 03-02-2006, 03:24 PM

They will probably blame the ballast because they can, but hopefully not. If you know any other reefers with a 250w HQI ballast, maybe test it on their setup and see if it still happens.

Psyire · #7 03-02-2006, 07:49 PM

I bet they will say it's common for them to flicker during break-in...