Can I use double ended HPS bulb on a MH fixture?

Udi

Member
I have a 150W MH Flood light fixture. Does any one know if I can change the bulb to double ended HPS? (will it work?)
Same size and wattage..
 

Jack Harer

Well-Known Member
Generally not. HPS requires a capacitor "striker". You'll have to mod it by putting in a switch to isolate that striker cap.
 
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