HPS Light and Cord

[da_natural]

Has anyone cut the cord to the HPS light?

I want to pass the cord through an opening on the bottom of a cab by cutting it and connecting it to the other end using wire nuts.

I just wanted to know if anyone has done it and experienced any problems. I guess, is it not recommended? Thanks

[moneyshotpb]

yep nothing too it .I just wire nutted and tape for security

[elskeetro]

yeah totally easy. I bought 2 floralux hps lights which have the ballast attached to the hood. I took them apart and added 15' of cord between the hood and the ballast so i could keep the ballasts outside of the room. just a few wire nuts and electrical tape.

here's a pic:
http://boards.cannabis.com/basic-growing/155896-hps-600-watt-vs-2x250-watt-bla.html#post1862770

stay safe!!

Skeet

[Rusty Trichome]

I took them apart and added 15' of cord between the hood and the ballast so i could keep the ballasts outside of the room. just a few wire nuts and electrical tape.
stay safe!!
Skeet

Hopefully, the load ratings don't exceed cord or component capabilities. The longer the cord, the more strain on the circuits. Heat/fire is one result.

Would definatelly not cut the cord unless:
...you know how to discharge a capacitor,
or
...you are an electrician. (just by asking the question, likely you're not one)

Bad things often happen, when shortcuts are inappropriate. (fire, electrical shock, death)

Why not make the hole a tad larger, and keep the cord intact?