Is this MH bulb still usable?

[zheka757]

Just unboxed a order of 4 bulbs from brs. 20000k 400w radium bulbs, one of the bulbs has a "plate" that broke off. Don't know why they there, or what they do.
Question is should I bother to go through process of warranty this bulb, or is it ok to use?

 

[Fishy888]

It looks like the plate was in the top area of the lamp. It would have been opposite of the one that is still there. I would ask this question in the lighting forum though. I’d also call or email BRS.

 

[Breadman03]

Also, make sure you don't touch the glass. The oils left behind turn brown, which creates a hot spot on the glass and causes the bulb to crack/blow.

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

Also, make sure you don't touch the glass. The oils left behind turn brown, which creates a hot spot on the glass and causes the bulb to crack/blow.

agree, never touch a bulb with fingers

 

[zheka757]

I knew not to touch the bulb, I was actually just holding the base part only in the picture. I guess I touchs the glass accidentally. But I'm sure rubbing alcohol wipe will do just fine even if you do touch it.

 

[olonmv]

Also, make sure you don't touch the glass. The oils left behind turn brown, which creates a hot spot on the glass and causes the bulb to crack/blow.

You’re thinking halogen, MH and HPS lamps don’t do that.

 

[zheka757]

does it take that long for brs to respond to emails? i have emailed 2 times since this post and still didn't get respond.

[email protected] ...is this their email?