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Old 05-13-2008, 06:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Are these adapters still available?? Haven't been able to find any. Anyone purchase any recently?
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Old 05-14-2008, 12:13 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: Square pin to straight?

found mine on e-bay, but you may have to play around with google search a bit. try the lighting suppliers also.
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Old 05-15-2008, 07:11 PM   #3 (permalink)
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None available. Emailed "the hobby place" and they haven't been able to get any from their distributor.
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Default Re: Square pin to straight?

Aquatraders sells them, but you have to call and ask for them, they aren't listed on their website. I just ordered some. 4-pack for $9.99 + $12 shipping.
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Default Re: Square pin to straight?

Here's a link to the ebay store for the adapters

http://stores.ebay.com/Tons-Of-Goodies-Aquarium-Store

I also found this place that has a great price right now on square pin bubls. Several different wattages & types.

http://www.seaquestmarine.com/Power_...Bulbs_s/91.htm

Hope this helps. I know what a pain this can be haveing square pin fixtures. I've read the sticky's on lighting & would really like to try some of those other bulbs.
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Default Re: Square pin to straight?

How would these adapters work, since they take up space that is required by your bulb? I have a fixed amount of space in my fixture.
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They only have pins on one side of the bulb as oppose to what we are use to with the US standard flourescent bulbs which have pins on both sides.



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These fixtures usually give you room to play with.
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Power compact bulbs and adapters can be found for sale on eBay at a very cheap price.
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