Can I use a 1000W ballast with other bulbs?

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>>"I found a good deal on a 1000W MH Ballast on Ebay. I was wondering if I could throw a 400W bulb in here, or if it would have to be 1000W."<<
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No, the lamp must be a 1000 watt and the lamp must also be a MH.

By the way a 1000W MH will light up the whole neighbor hood. Even a 400W is really bright. What are you wanting to light up?
Jim
 
#5
I'll admit to never having made mine yet. (a projector is an expensive dream for me, but I'm getting there), but from what I understand from my own research....

1: You should be able to view the thing in broad daylight

2: the power consumption will be enormous

3: Plan on using an air conditioner for the cooling system

4: Don't look directly at the thing (Heck, don't look indirectly at it)

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#6
You possibly could use a different cap with this ballast to make it closer to 400w, but you will end up spending more getting this to work, than reselling it. And I own a 1000w projector, and it is HOT. There is no way you will be able to use it on a lilliput and a small box. my box is 4 foot tall and like 18" wide. Just thought I would give you an FYI. One more thing. 1000w bulbs have a long arc, and are a paint to deal with. I recommend going with the 400w setup. Good luck.
 
#7
I decided to go the 400W route. I'm probably going to buy one of the LL eballasts off of someone.

NOw the question is, does anyone need a 1000W ballast? Although I should probably wait until I actually get it in the mail before I try to pawn it off 😀
 
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