Apr 03, 2017
Seth Solomon
wrote
Hello,
I was wondering if it would be possible to run 2x 48" t5ho bulbs in series on each channel of the Icecap 660 resulting in a max bulb count of 8 bulbs? Since the 660 will drive 4x VHO's at 110w for a total of 440 watts, I figured it would also be able to drive 8x 54w bulbs. Or is there a limiting current that would make this not work?
Thanks,
Seth
I was wondering if it would be possible to run 2x 48" t5ho bulbs in series on each channel of the Icecap 660 resulting in a max bulb count of 8 bulbs? Since the 660 will drive 4x VHO's at 110w for a total of 440 watts, I figured it would also be able to drive 8x 54w bulbs. Or is there a limiting current that would make this not work?
Thanks,
Seth
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5 Answers
Apr 03, 2017
Chris Conti
agent
wrote
Sorry, not possible. The IceCap 660 is a maximum 4 lamp ballast.
Apr 03, 2017
Seth Solomon
wrote
Would you be able to tell me why it is only a 4 lamp ballast? I understand the wiring harness is built for 4 lamps. And I understand it is designed to drive a maximum of 440w of bulb. What would stop it from driving 2x 54w bulbs wired together on each bulb channel instead of a single 110w bulb? Is it a limitation of available current? Bulb resistance? I am more looking for a technical response not a yes/no response.
Apr 03, 2017
Chris Conti
agent
wrote
The 660 ballast is a dual transformer ballast, each transformer is rated for two lamps. It may have something to due with lamp resistance of the filaments.
Apr 03, 2017
Seth Solomon
wrote
Ahh ok. that makes sense. Thanks for the help.
Apr 03, 2017
Chris Conti
agent
wrote
Happy to help!