2 X 32W retro doesn't fit my nanocube!

[wbeavers]

I did research this, and found others had retrofitted two 32 watt power compacts into a nanocube hood. I ordered a Current Sunpaq retro kit. It doesnt seem to fit in my hood. What have others used on their nanocubes? Please be specific; brand & model.

[artarmon42]

Bought those units after CSL closed and got them cheap.

I understand that there isn't many/any being sold (of that specific unit) nowadays.

 

Here's a picture of my hood

 

The balasts are OUTSIDE the cube, and you have to flatten the reflector to get both in there.

 

The original thread I put up is at http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/showthread...&threadid=29187

[wbeavers]

Anyone else?

[surfy]

Why wont it fit?

 

You should mod it like artar's hood. Just cut the reflector to fit inside the hood and mount the bulbs with the metal clips.

[wbeavers]

the problem is that my retro with the bulbs attached to the sockets is wider that the hood.

[bevans]

Have you managed to get the lights in there yet? I am looking at the same retrofit kit, and want to make sure that it will work.

 

Thanks,

Bryan

[dyceskynes]

The sockets on the Current are more of a heavy duty item than the CSl and are slighty bigger. I made my own canopy for my mini and hade to take one of my fans out to get it to fit. They are excellent build quality so I am not complaining.

[oldtimer]

Get smaller connectors or widen the hood. This is a hobby not paint-by-number.

[wbeavers]

I knew I could use a couple of connectors from a circleline ballast, but I was worried about voiding the warranty. I will be soldering on two new cicleline connectors this week. By the way old timer I have worked on fighter planes, cars, paintball guns, scuba gear, and heating & air conditioning systems professionally; so take your paint-by number comment and stick it in your sassy trap!