A question for the electrically mined

[popsbjd]

So, the lamp holders on my t5 are not turning properly and are bending the pins. I need to replace some (might as well replace all). The ones I got from Lowe's won't fit in my fixture. I found several versions on Amazon (see picture). The question is are these going to work? The ones in the fixture now are Leviton 660w 220v. I can get those but they are about 10x the price of some if the others. The bulbs are 48" 54w t5HO bulbs in a Current USA fixture. What numbers should I chosen myself with when buying new lamp holders. I don't want to burn my house down.

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[saltwaterwannabe]

I would go with the Giraffes can't dance model

Joking aside, I would not buy the cheap uxcell versions for electrical stuff, they just sound like a hazard waiting to happen to me - especially when in contact with salt creep. Unfortunately, the picks look just the same as he higher cost ones you posted. I would stick with something that has a UL label if it is available or go with a name brand like Leviton. Mind that I have run a lot of electrical, but certainly not replaced the T5 holders in anything, so someone else may have a better answer.

 

[popsbjd]

Thanks for the input. It's the way I was leaning to be safe but I was kinds of hoping that for one in this hobby I could get away on the cheap. This is actually over a freshwater tank so the salt creep isn't an issue but I still think it's probably best to go with a trusted source.

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[torqued]

These are the style you should have unless they are not in humidity and fully enclosed (most are not)

 

[popsbjd]

Torqued;1116850 wrote: These are the style you should have unless they are not in humidity and fully enclosed (most are not)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UBUEXNY/ref=asc_df_B00UBUEXNY5029100/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00UBUEXNY&linkCode=df0&hvadid=194019628201&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14860456019551305362&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010778&hvtargid=pla-340551339764">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UBUEXNY/ref=asc_df_B00UBUEXNY5029100/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00UBUEXNY&linkCode=df0&hvadid=194019628201&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14860456019551305362&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010778&hvtargid=pla-340551339764</a>[/QUOTE]
No chance that fits in the fixture. I'm replacing the tombstones that are in the fixture already.

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[torqued]

If thats the case, it wont really matter. It wont burn the house down, but the contacts inside may corrode and stop working over time. But they are a hell of a lot cheaper .

 

[popsbjd]

Torqued;1116852 wrote: If thats the case, it wont really matter. It wont burn the house down, but the contacts inside may corrode and stop working over time. But they are a hell of a lot cheaper .

I'm assuming you are also suggesting going with the Levithan ones over the cheap ones? I'm also trying to figure out the shunted vs non shunted too. Any insight?


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[torqued]

The cheap ones are likely fine. As for shunted vs not...just try and makes sure they match the existing ones. I don't know if yes are shunted or not, it depends on ur ballast. The shunted have 2 wire connectors where no shunted typically have 4

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[popsbjd]

Each tombstone has 2 wires going into it but I think they each have 4 holes.

Thanks for all huge input by the way...

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[popsbjd]

For anyone wondering/looking for these as I was, Newton Electric Supply in Covington has t5 tombstones in stock.

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[j_b_]

I had the same issue with my T5 fixture, and solved it by buying some https://www.walmart.com/ip/CRC-Electrical-Grade-Silicone-Lubricants-16oz-silicone-lube-Set-of-12/21384079">CRC Electrical Grade 2-26 silicone lubricant</a> for less than $10. Unless you are just dead-set on spending a lot of money, and time, I'd give that a shot first.

Unplug light, spray liberally, allow to dry and plug back in.

 

[popsbjd]

J.B.;1117315 wrote: I had the same issue with my T5 fixture, and solved it by buying some https://www.walmart.com/ip/CRC-Electrical-Grade-Silicone-Lubricants-16oz-silicone-lube-Set-of-12/21384079">CRC Electrical Grade 2-26 silicone lubricant</a> for less than $10. Unless you are just dead-set on spending a lot of money, and time, I'd give that a shot first.

Unplug light, spray liberally, allow to dry and plug back in.[/QUOTE]
The new tombstones were &12 total but the silicone definitely would have been easier. Might try that next time I have this issue.

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