What Type Of Ballasts?

[amstar15]

I am wanting to get 3 lumenacr reflectors that will hold 250 watt SE metal halide bulbs.

what type of ballasts are good??


what is the difference between the two different types of ballasts (Cant think right now.. but arent some magentic why others are .....??

 

[SkiFletch]

I am wanting to get 3 lumenacr reflectors that will hold 250 watt SE metal halide bulbs.

what type of ballasts are good??


what is the difference between the two different types of ballasts (Cant think right now.. but arent some magentic why others are .....??

Magnetic vs Electronic

In general, magnetic ballasts consume more electricity, get REALLY HOT, and drive the bulbs a little harder (increasing light but decreasing life); electronic ballasts consume less electricity, stay relatively cool (you won't roast yourself if you touch one), and are a little gentler on driving the bulbs. Because I hate paying electric bills, I prefer electronic ballasts. Good electronics include Icecap, ARO, and Blueline IMO.