My 48 inch light just quit working. I cant afford a new one and cant tell if it's the bulb or the socket. The bulb is an Aqueon floramax t8. Tips?
My fish tank lighting just quit. Help?
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Is there light blackish coloring on ends of the tube? If yes, you may just need a new tube. Also test the electrical outlet on the eallby plgging another electrical device to test if it’s working.
Does the light unit have a mechanical or electronic ballast? If it's magnetic it could be the starter that needs replacing - but check the tube for dark ends first.
How to tell which kind of ballast you have
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Whats your budget? Do you have some spare bulbs hanging around? If so, go to your local Goodwill and see if there are any cheap desk clamp lights. (I got mine for just $3-$5)
Goodwill is pretty good on selling you stuff that works, but if they don't work when you bring them home, you have 7 days to return them. (Or at least that's what my Goodwill told me)
If you can get them, clip then on either side of your tank. You may only need one, depending on how big your tank is.
Goodwill is pretty good on selling you stuff that works, but if they don't work when you bring them home, you have 7 days to return them. (Or at least that's what my Goodwill told me)
If you can get them, clip then on either side of your tank. You may only need one, depending on how big your tank is.
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Theres no darker color on the ends. I tries on multiple outlets
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I can't tell using that method since I cant turn it on?Does the light unit have a mechanical or electronic ballast? If it's magnetic it could be the starter that needs replacing - but check the tube for dark ends first.
How to tell which kind of ballast you have
Magnetic vs. Electronic Ballasts—An Easy Way to Tell Which You Have!
Magnetic vs Electronic Ballasts—An Easy Way to Tell Which You Have Here's a Quick Way to Determine If Your Fluorescent Fixtures Can Work with Direct Drop-in LED Tubes With ballast-compatible or"plug and play" LED tubes, if your fluorescent ballast is compatible, you can simply replace the...
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Goodwill is closed during the lockdowns and I need a much longer light for a 4 foot Long tank. Thanks for the suggestion though
Oh, I see. You could try to move a lamp next to it for the time being.
Here are some options I found on eBay:
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The first one is better, but the second one is cheaper.
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These look good but they dont look strong enough light to penetrate down the the substrateOh, I see. You could try to move a lamp next to it for the time being.
Here are some options I found on eBay:
5W Dimmable Clip-On LED Desk Lamp Flexible Reading Light Black Friday | eBay
The illuminance exceeds 350 lux within 50cm. It can light up the full coverage of a book, desk,or even the room! (at brightest level). Rated Power: 5W. 3 Color Modes & 14 Brightness Levels. Allows you to focus on your tasks without worrying about disturbing your colleagues, roommates and family.www.ebay.com
USB Flexible Reading LED Light Clip-on Beside Bed Desk Table Lamp Book Lamp New | eBay
ð¡Great Lighting Quality: Led lights always flicker at non-full load mode. Applications Notebook, desktop, PC, studying lighting, bedside lighting etc. Clip on bedside or headboard and reading in bed, comfortable light brings you comfortable life.www.ebay.com
The first one is better, but the second one is cheaper.
As an eBay Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Does your fixture have a switch.. if so, it may be corroded
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It has a little button on the back doesn't appear corroded from the outside
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push the button in and hold it down for several seconds..see if the light then comes on. Do you use the switch normally or do you have it on a timer?
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I use the switch normally...
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Dosent come on
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