Hey Cliftonite.........I think that light set-up will be just great. A 98 CRI rating is the best ya can get from what I have learned and 24" should be just fine, if I remember correctly, for one Grey in her own cage. The electronic ballast is needed as ya know already and I would just make sure I bought a light fixture with a downward reflector to capture much of the light to direct downwards. Btw, such a fixture can be ordered thru H.D.'s on line store for about $30, may even be on sale still?...... I beleive the 6500 # is about right also....... Of course make sure the Grey cannot reach the fixture, tubes, or electrical cords etc.......I applaud your effort in researching the subject out and in making a fine choice for your feathered buddy.....
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Originally Posted by cliftonite
Is a 24" F.S. light with a CRI of 98 enough? The Lumichrome 1XX series seem to have the best specs possible for a FS light. The specs are 6500°K CRI 98 and 18 watts for the 24" light. Would the 24" be enough for a grey? Or should I get the 48 inch @ 32 watts? I would like to use the 24 inch as her cage is 32" wide and it would fit perfectly on top on it. Is there anything specific I should look for in a light fixture? Or would any T8 electronic ballast do? Thanks guys.
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