Suggestions on a hood...

[kremit2007]

I just got one of the Current U.S.A. Satellite Dual Daylight/Actinic fixtures which sits about 3 inches above my tank. I also do not have a glass lid on there anymore as to allow more light to shine through. The problem I am having, is the tank is way too bright now, it literally lights up my apartment at school. The manufacture says not to put this ballast under a hood but I beg to differ. Have you guys heard of anyone placing this type of light under a hood? I will build my own if I have to, thats not a problem. Please give me suggestions as to how I can block the light from at least escaping about the tank a little bit. Thanks..

 

[kremit2007]

Sorry, I meant to keep the light from escaping ABOVE the tank. Since the ballast sits so high, lots of light is spread out and glows in every direction, I hope this makes sense...

 

[addicted4life]

can you push the hood back towards the back of the tank ? Should cut down what escapes the front.

 

[kremit2007]

Hmm..I just tried that, and it didn't work. The tank may not be deep enough to make that kinda difference...Thanks for the suggestions? ANy others?

 

[kremit2007]

Hmm. Anybody else have any ideas?