Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I have a 48" BML light that has stopped working. I would like to borrow a ballast until I can have it repaired. I can pay a reasonable amount or buy one if one is available, but I am looking to move away from these lights long term and would rather not buy unless I absolutely have too. any takers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+KimP Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I have one that you can borrow but it's on a 12" fixture, does that matter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BornToHula Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 The last time I had to get a BML ballast repaired I was able to take it to their factory and they repaired it in 20 mins. May want to give them a call and see if they can do the same for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juiceman Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Yeah, they are super fast so give them a call first. I have a ballast designed for a 30" that you can borrow since no one has purchased the fixture yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 I have one that you can borrow but it's on a 12" fixture, does that matter? let me ask them. I would not want to damage yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 The last time I had to get a BML ballast repaired I was able to take it to their factory and they repaired it in 20 mins. May want to give them a call and see if they can do the same for you. they used to be by my house down south. i drove by and they are totally gone. I will call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 Yeah, they are super fast so give them a call first. I have a ballast designed for a 30" that you can borrow since no one has purchased the fixture yet. do you know if it matters about the length difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juiceman Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 They looked the same when I had them... It probably wouldn't power it at %100 but it should worj Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 I just spoke to BML and just so everyone knows here is what I learned: The repairs, if needed, will only be made if the part is in the warrantied period. There is a large wait time (7-10 days) due to an influx of service orders after the announcement of the shutdown. You may stop by from 9-6 to drop off your order. They are located behind(ish) the Omni on Commercial Center Drive that is off of ST. Elmo. They were still very nice and friendly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+KimP Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 You're still welcome to borrow mine if you need. BML is going out of business? Or just moving or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 You're still welcome to borrow mine if you need. BML is going out of business? Or just moving or something? they quit the aquarium side of the business for now in order to focus on their horticultural business. I don't think from the sound of it that they will be back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Check with Timfish, he used a ton of their fixtures and may have an extra ballast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardlaw Posted April 20, 2016 Author Share Posted April 20, 2016 Thank you for the awesome support ARC and a special thank you to Kim! She lives very close to me so I am already temporarily up and running!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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