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IceCap 250W Ballast
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IceCap 250W Compact Metal Halide Ballast by IceCap. Innovative design accepts 250 and 400 watt HQI bulbs for your higher lighting needs
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really good electronic ballast 
| Installation and Operation |
I've used this ballast for a few years and have been very satisfied with the results. It does require a little bit of wiring to get it connected to the bulb/pendant you're using, but it's a straight forward wiring job and shouldnt take too much effort. Once wired, it's very simple to operate, as it only has two settings, on or off. You shouldnt have any trouble with this ballast.
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
Power output on this unit is very good, it will fire any 250 watt metal halide bulb and you won't be disappointed with the performance. It works very well and should provide you with years of operation. This ballast has met my expectations.
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| Value for money |
These are priced right on par with all quality electronic ballasts on the market. It really is a coin toss over which one to go with sometimes, and this icecap ballast is very competitive. It will last you for years and isnt very expensive in my opinion, so it has a good value.
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| Customer Support |
Icecap sets the standard for customer service in the industry. I've had to give them a call a few times for various issues, and they've always been very prompt to respond and they do a great job taking care of their customers.
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| Liked about it |
This unit has a great warranty of three years. It is also a sleek design and provides great output for metal halide bulbs. It runs at a relatively low temperature and should drive your bulbs well. I'd highly recommend this ballast.
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| Didn't like |
Not much to dislike about this product. It's exactly what's advertised and then some. I really can't think of anything negative to say for the ballast or the company.
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
 By crvz May 31, 2010
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The BEST magnetic Ballast out there.
| Installation and Operation |
Installation was a piece of cake!
Simply Plug and Play!
Nice long power and bulbs cords make remote ballast location nice. I located my ballsts in the stand and still had plenty of cord to go!
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
when it comes to electronic ballasts IceCap are the best.
Output, efficiency, cool running.
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| Value for money |
They are priced similar to other ballasts but with this one you just get the best bang for your buck!
That also have a great warranty!
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| Customer Support |
the guys at Icecaqp are great!
I have called them a number of times and they hav always gone above and beyond!
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| Liked about it |
Sleek and compact.
Efficient.
Cool operation.
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| Didn't like |
I would like a on/off switch on the ballasts.
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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Great product for the money!
| Installation and Operation |
Easy to install, you just need to know how to work with some wires. For me it requires no maintenance, just let it run!
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
It performs perfectly almost every time, although I have seen it flicker when I turn it on and can get very hot when operating, I would suggest elevating it on something so it gets plenty of aeration.
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| Liked about it |
This product works perfectly almost every, it does a great job running my bulbs and is by far the best ballast for your money.
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| Didn't like |
Flickers sometimes when I turn it on and it will overheat pretty bad if you don't keep it aerated, to the point where it can almost burn you, so I would suggest running it where it is not reasting somewhere not well aerated.
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4.0 |
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4.0 |
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4.0 |
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Great ballast
| Installation and Operation |
The Icecap adapter can a be a little tricky to people who aren't the best with wiring.
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
I'm a little disappointed it flickers when it starts up, I'm afraid the bulb will explode one day but how violently it flickers.
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| Value for money |
Its a little on the expensive side but I cant complain.
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| Customer Support |
So far haven't dealt with them, hopefully wont ever have to.
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| Liked about it |
Another great icecap product, I bought icecap 660s and both them and these are very nice.
Nice design
Great color over magnetic
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| Didn't like |
You need to sit it on something or it becomes extremely hot, I had it sitting on carpet and since everyone i knew told me they ran cool i touched mine and basically burnt my hand. Now its sitting on 2 bricks and runs really cool.
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4.0 |
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4.0 |
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4.0 |
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One of the best purchases for my tank to-date
| Installation and Operation |
I purchased three of these ballasts almost two years ago and they run on a 10 hour photo period daily. The kit purchased included quick-disconnects for my lighting pendants (not included/reviewed) and a long power plug. From the first day these were exchanged for my 250W mogul, magnetic ballasts, coral growth doubled. Coral colors began to really pop and the tank was noticeably brighter. The ballasts run slightly hotter than "warm" to the touch, but only slightly. My old magnetic ballast you could fry an egg on. These are nowhere near that warm during operation even after the 10th hour.
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
These ballasts performed better than expected as noted above. I would highly recomment spending the extra few dollars and go with Ice Cap!
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| Value for money |
10/10. You pay more and get more!
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| Customer Support |
NA
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| Liked about it |
Excellent color; great heat dispersion; great reliability.
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| Didn't like |
Price. Again, you get it back in peace of mind however.
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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Excellent Ballast!!!
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This ballast is, in my opinion, the best ballast out there for %98 of the bulbs on the market. It drives them at the rated power and will light pretty much anything on the market. I own 4 of them and they have all worked flawlessly from day 1 (over 3 years of use.) The only bulb I have run across that I don't like on it, is the Radium, but in all fairness, that bulb was designed to run on an HQI ballast... If you are looking for an electronic ballast for any other bulb on the market, I highly recommend this one! |
| Liked about it |
Bulb Life, Electricity Usage, Reliability, Quiet
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| Didn't like |
Nothing
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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The best there is
| Installation and Operation |
Installed as easy as any ballast. Takes very little knowledge
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
You can not ask anything more of the product
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| Value for money |
With the warranty and customer service behind it it is the best value for your money
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| Customer Support |
Second to none.
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| Liked about it |
Easy to use
Reliability
Overall performance
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| Didn't like |
Can't think of anything
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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Cant beat em
| Installation and Operation |
Easy installation with Ice Cap fixtures, need an adapter cord for other fixtures
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| Performance vs. Expectations |
Performs flawlessly, every time
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| Value for money |
Best value for the money IMO when compared to other e-ballasts
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| Customer Support |
EXCELLENT
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| Liked about it |
Ice Cap quality and price
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| Didn't like |
hmmm..nothing really
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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5.0 |
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