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Can European 1000 watt mercs be operated on American gear? « on: September 13, 2019, 07:45:22 PM » Author: HomeBrewLamps
If not is there an alternative method?
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Re: Can European 1000 watt mercs be operated on American gear? « Reply #1 on: September 13, 2019, 08:06:58 PM » Author: High Intensity
IIRC European 1000w MV lamps have a higher arc current and lower arc voltage than American 1000w MV, therefore, you cannot use them on American gear.
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Re: Can European 1000 watt mercs be operated on American gear? « Reply #2 on: September 13, 2019, 08:40:33 PM » Author: funkybulb
only on Very rare H34 ballast.   
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Re: Can European 1000 watt mercs be operated on American gear? « Reply #3 on: September 15, 2019, 10:29:10 AM » Author: HomeBrewLamps
Darn. Looks like I'll have to keep my eyes open...
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