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 Sirius
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Registered: 04/20/08
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 Re: Best way to setup CFL's  [Re: Jrsxt]
#43662 - 05/30/08 09:29 AM (16 years, 9 months ago) |
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Well, one thing is you could get an extension cord, cut off the end, and do some wiring to some individual light sockets, pretty basic electrical wiring setup... I did find this from another website that would be even easier though:
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-1 Surge Protector
-4(ish... Depending on how big the surge protector is) Light socket adapter plugs
-4 (or as much adapters you bought) Twin Adapter
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Sirius
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Re: Best way to setup CFL's [Re: Jrsxt]
#43677 - 05/30/08 10:19 AM (16 years, 9 months ago) |
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I would assume it would be safe as long as it was installed properly. Another option would be to have a few extension cords instead of one power strip so you could place each bulb individually. This is what I would personally do because you would want your bulbs in different areas to ensure everything gets enough light. You'd want one of those bulbs per square foot (add more if you have any shadows as plants grow out, 2000 lumens per square foot is what I understand to be the rule of thumb), and try to hang them horizontally instead of pointing down to use the light more efficiently.
Not sure on the reflectors though. I'm sure any appropriate sized reflector that you can install around it safely and will do the job would work. 
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