400wDE 20k BULB??

[SnowManSnow]

So, I've found there to be few 20k 400w DE bulbs out there... am I looking in the wrong spot.

Also, is there somthing between 14k and 20k? I currently have 14K 400w DE MH Hamilton and would like a fair amount more blue.

No room for actinic suplimentation at all.

What would you recommend?

Thanks,

B

 

[Anonymous]

I do not recall seeing anything DE between 14kk and 20kk.

 

[SnowManSnow]

so whats a nice 20k?

About the only one I can find is made by PFO.. any reviews on that bulb that you know of?

 

[Anonymous]

Check sanjay's web site. I don't have time to search for it now sorry.

 

[Unarce]

Improvements need to be made by the manufacturers of 400W DE bulbs, but you might see more options soon. They are just too unpredictable right now, and burn out too quickly.

 

[SnowManSnow]

really? so should i NOT go 20k???

B

 

[Unarce]

I don't think it really matters at this point. From what I understand, none of the 400W DE bulbs on the market now have been built well enough high current use. This is why people are experiencing short lifespans or erratic spectrums with their bulbs.

Manufacturers just need more time to perfect them.

 

[SnowManSnow]

so what kind of lifespan are we talking about here?

2 mos? 6mos?

Also, is there a resource for reviews on these lamps?

Thanks!
B