is this ok for a diy projector?

[Andy7331]

is this ok for a projector?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/600w-Indoor-G...itemZ7739989923QQcategoryZ43555QQcmdZViewItem

i really cant see why it wouldnt be.

Thanks

 

[Stocker]

color temperature is a real good reason...

 

[Andy7331]

what is the colour temp of that bulb? and what colour temp should i be aiming for?

thanks

 

[v1d9uy]

color temp should be around 4500k-6500k from what iv seen ...
great would be 5000-6000k

 

[Andy7331]

so that http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/600w-Indoor-G...5QQcmdZViewItem
isnt good?

Can someone find me a ballast + bulb + bulb holders with a great colour temp in the u.k please?

Thanks very much

 

[Andy7331]

or is this any good?:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DIY-LCD-PROJE...861356584QQcategoryZ22610QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

thanks

 

[doublejack]

That's much better than the first setup you found. I think for a smaller LCD that 250w setup would be fine, but if you plan to use a large (15" or bigger) LCD panel then you may want to locate a 400w kit instead.

 

[Andy7331]

is the 2nd electric? or what is it?

would this be better?:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7740998168&rd=1&sspagename=STRK:MEWA:IT&rd=1

but i would replace the bulb with a 6000k one.

 

[Andy7331]

please someone must know.

can i get this:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7740998168&rd=1&sspagename=STRK:MEWA:IT&rd=1

and just replace the bulb with a 6000k one?

Thanks

 

[v1d9uy]

all you need is a ballast and a bulb .. then thats fine ... but the bulb wont be all that great so yall have to go get another 400watt metal halid bulb with the right color temp,price, lifespan etc etc etc

 

[Andy7331]

will that reflector be fine? it looks kinda blue

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[dnsey]

can i get this:

Yes, but why spend all that money when all you'll be able to use is the ballast and igniter. The reflector isn't really suitable for a projector - it's entirely the wrong shape.
There are plenty of eBay vendors in the UK offering suitable control gear. I'm very happy with this:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7573820545&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT

 

[Andy7331]

is that electric? isnt electric better than an ignitor one?

Thanks

 

[v1d9uy]

electric is a lil better .. but core coil is usually alot cheaper ...

 

[Andy7331]

so what should i do? i dont mind spending extra money.

Thanks

 

[v1d9uy]

id find a cheap core coil ballast then find a bulb and a socket..
i got my ballast for $28 plus $11 shipping

 

[Andy7331]

well if a electric is better, im gonna get that 1.
What should i use as a reflector?
Thanks

 

[shardian]

For the bigger 400W bulbs, you can find mirror finished stainless steel spherical salad bowls at most stores that sell home-wares. They usually come in 2 or 3 different sizes, so you should find one to fit your bulb good.

 

[Andy7331]

I got my 400W MH from ebay, i also ordered these https://secure.lumenlab.com/shop/group.php?id=8

do you think its worth gettin that Premium Membership from lumenlab?

Thanks

 

[shardian]

Yeah, that reflector is WAY better than a salad bowl. Unfortunately, it only works with the long, skinny 400W mh bulbs. You can't use it with the globe type mh bulbs. I don't remember seeing which bulb you actually used.
As to the premium membership at lumenlabs, I don't feel it is totally necessary. There is plenty of information out there that is freely available to help you with any design you can come up with. I also find it hard to give my money to the guys at lumenlab when there are people like Alan at www.diyprojectorcompany.com that go well out of their way to help you and don't ask for anything in return. I believe if lumenlabs unlocked their forums that they would probably sell more of their products. That concludes my rant for the day.🙂