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xshadowshooter · #2 (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 11:50 PM

Was the ballast the same wattage as the bulb? Even if it was, my guess is that it wasn't intended for MH, and the ignitor (needed for HPS, but not for MH) spiked the bulb.

What is the model# and manufacturer of the ballast? Or, can you confirm that somewhere on the packaging it specifically states that it accepts both kinds?

#2 (permalink) 07-01-2009, 11:50 PM
xshadowshooter RIP What'sThatSmell Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 804	Re: Ballast isnt working after I put in a metal halide! Was the ballast the same wattage as the bulb? Even if it was, my guess is that it wasn't intended for MH, and the ignitor (needed for HPS, but not for MH) spiked the bulb. What is the model# and manufacturer of the ballast? Or, can you confirm that somewhere on the packaging it specifically states that it accepts both kinds? __________________ 2nd Grow (Harvested): Blueberry in ScroG [Budshots]