Anyone know about this light and can I use it for planted aquarium?
http://www.somhydro.co.uk/product.asp?pid=1240
http://www.somhydro.co.uk/product.asp?pid=1240
Hi,visazinis said:Anyone know about this light and can I use it for planted aquarium?
http://www.somhydro.co.uk/product.asp?pid=1240
ceg4048 said:It's not the bulbs that you have to worry about, but instead you have to think about the suitability of the unit to withstand water intrusion. Are the bulb sockets sealed? Are the materials and other components moisture resistant? How will the unit be physically supported above the tank?
Yes, personally I've got 13 or 14W "under-cabinet link lights" on most of my tanks, and they are rated as IP20. You can buy the units for less than a £10. If I wasn't happy that this was safe I wouldn't do it. These are the sort of unit I use: http://www.qvsdirect.com/T5-Slimline-Fluorescent-Fittings-Link-Lights-c-1381.htmlRight I see. Guess there isn't anything stopping someone using them anyway? Even if they aren't the correct rating, its up to the individual?