My next project ????????
- Thread starter mflamb
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Well...here's the beginning of my next project. 
NACLH2OFOOL
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Looks like a nice challenge. Just out of curiosity, what are you planning to make your cuts with? That pattern looks almost too intricate for a standard pair of shears.
Mike
Mike
The dashes are the bend lines. It's large, so I don't expect any problems cutting with shears. I have "access" to some nice cutting shears and bending equipment. We do clean shear cuts on metal 3 times this thick in the shop.
checkinhawk...no luck required...just skill...lmao!!!:lol:
checkinhawk...no luck required...just skill...lmao!!!:lol:
NACLH2OFOOL
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The reflective capabilities of spectral aluminum are very impressive.
I look forward to seeing the finished product.
I look forward to seeing the finished product.
Ah64av8tor
Premium Member
OMG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eek1: :eek2: I gotta get some of these :bounce3: :bounce1: :bounce2:
brent hall
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Man that looks cool can't wait to see some pics. I wish I didn't live in a damn condo so I could build ish.
OK would you explain what the hell all that is to this nub! I see the ballast and know it's for a light. Is this a kit or all DIY? What is that shiny stuff (for the reflectors?) and where did you buy it and what does it cost? I need to make several simplistic ones for school tanks. I have bulbs and ballasts for a few (PC's), but need those little clippy things to put the lights in and the rubber band things and reflectors!!
So please, WHAT IS IT ALL??? Thanks....
or do I have to wait for the surprise??? I hate waiting....
Good luck!
Laine
So please, WHAT IS IT ALL??? Thanks....
or do I have to wait for the surprise??? I hate waiting....Good luck!
Laine
Ladyfsu, the paper is a pattern for a metal halide reflector. You cut the pattern out and transfer it to the metal (spectral aluminum). It makes a 14 inch square, 6 inch deep reflector. The white metal parts are an adjustable mogul socket for the bulb. It mounts outside the reflector with the bulb going through a hole to the inside of the reflector. It's adjustable so you can center the MH bulb for best reflectivity.
