need help

blackberryxchemo · May 1, 2011

ok so i have a new 400watt cooltube and want to make it a 1000watt what all do i have to get just a 1000watt ball and light or do i need more?

Spicy8305 · May 1, 2011

there should be a maximum wattage rating printed somewhere around the base.... if it's able to handle 1100 or more it's good to go!

DesertSativa · May 2, 2011

Also, aren't most 400 watters 6" and 1000 waters 8"?

Spicy8305 · May 2, 2011

my 1000watt has 6" vents[ Hydrofarms yieldmaster II supreme]

DesertSativa · May 2, 2011

Is it a tube or a big box style reflector?

Spicy8305 · May 2, 2011

box type reflector

Spicy8305 · May 2, 2011

ah.... I get what you're saying, well I suppose you would have to get some serious airflow to keep from cracking the glass with a 1000watt.

DesertSativa · May 2, 2011

Also I don't know if a 1000 watt bulb will fit in a 6" tube. It would be tight and hot if you did.