T5(HO) reflector

[zenscape]

I am keen to install reflectors for my T5(HO) light set. I saw this link DE Lightings and may I know if anyone has installed these M reflectors and care to share feedback? Whether can be easily installed by ourselves with the plastic clips provided? Is M reflector share the same function as the parabolic reflector I've heard so much here?

[ranmasatome]

Maurice.. easily installed... just clip them onto the light bulb itself.

[zenscape]

Maurice.. easily installed... just clip them onto the light bulb itself.

Ok, I will get it from Delighting.com. Thanks for the reply.

[uklau]

Just a point to share from what I gathered 2 years ago. Arcadia reflectors come with stainless steel clips. DElighting M shape reflectors is bundled with plastic clips.

Arcadia relectors is wider in size (takes up more space) while M reflector is much more compact (the light will be focused in a smaller area compared to Arcadia).

[zenscape]

Is the arcadia reflector the so-called 'parabolic'? What can I get it? I am keen.

But the distance between tubes is my concern because the tubes of my set is very close to each other. I have a 4 tubes set in a casing.

[blue33]

Is the arcadia reflector the so-called 'parabolic'? What can I get it? I am keen.

But the distance between tubes is my concern because the tubes of my set is very close to each other. I have a 4 tubes set in a casing.

C328 have it! Most of mass make light is compact, i dont think you got space for it. I think those are more for DIY or custom make light. That's why i bought 2 set 2 tubes per light for separating the distance so that i get even light distribute, too cramp for 4 light tube in one casing, also the heat distribute is an issue.

[zenscape]

Ok thanks Blue, maybe i should give up the idea.

[blue33]

Was told by professional the distance between each light is 3" for better coverage.

[uklau]

Is the arcadia reflector the so-called 'parabolic'? What can I get it? I am keen.

But the distance between tubes is my concern because the tubes of my set is very close to each other. I have a 4 tubes set in a casing.

If you are staying near NA, Mr. Chan can order the Arcadia reflectors for you.

For Arcadia reflectors, there is no way to even squeeze 2 tubes. DElighting M reflector may be able to squeeze 2 tubes.

[blue33]

If you are staying near NA, Mr. Chan can order the Arcadia reflectors for you.

For Arcadia reflectors, there is no way to even squeeze 2 tubes. DElighting M reflector may be able to squeeze 2 tubes.

Ya! Arcadia reflector is very... big!

[zenscape]

DeLighting told at least 2inch space for their M-reflector.

[taz_boy]

just a question, can DE lighting M-reflector be used to PL diy light?

[zenscape]

Just want to share with you my new discovery

Got this M reflector from NA





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In fact, Chan couldn't confirm whether this reflector fits the DIY T5 lighting sets sold in his shop. Bought 2 of it and went back to try. Installed into NA's DIY 4 X T5(HO) and the M Reflectors fit like a glove

[BFG]

If you squeeze 2 tube into a parabolic M reflector, wouldn't the 2 tube surface that is facing the parabolic reflector actually limit the efficiency of the 2 T5 tube?

[Shadow]

I also think so, the light would probably be reflected back to the bulb since it is too close to the reflector.

[blue33]

The M reflector suppose to be for individual tube itself, but you had squeeze 2 tubes into one reflector, reflecting each other? Can tell the reflector is design apart each other in app. 3" distance for each tube.

[taz_boy]

i didn't know that NA sells reflector. the last time i went, Chan told me they never sell

[Gary Tan]

Hello Good Morning I'm new here as I have just started planting as my hobby. Hope to learn more from this forum. cheers!

[zenscape]

You can see that my light set is very compact and holds 4 T5 tubes across, say 10cm-12cm. There is no way I can squeeze in one reflector for each individual tube.

Although it may not be ideal, i can see improvement to the plants as they gave more bubble after 15 mins of installation

[zenscape]

Hello Good Morning I'm new here as I have just started planting as my hobby. Hope to learn more from this forum. cheers!

Hi Gary, welcome to AQ and hope you enjoy your stay. There is an exclusive 'Members' introduction' thread and perhaps you may go there to say hello and introduce yourself.