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Main => Audio/Jukebox/MP3 Forum => Topic started by: DrewKaree on February 19, 2004, 04:55:10 am

Title: "Bubble Tubes"
Post by: DrewKaree on February 19, 2004, 04:55:10 am

These don't/won't/can't curve to do the arch at the top of most examples of jukes I've looked at here, but they can be used as two colums on either side of them.

While at Home Depot today, I saw something they refer to as Bulb Guards in the light bulb section.  They're used for fluorescent tubes and come in 8 foot lengths.  Darned cheap as well @ 3 bucks a pop.  

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: Lave Laar on February 19, 2004, 07:03:03 pm

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While at Home Depot today, I saw something they refer to as Bulb Guards in the light bulb section.  They're used for fluorescent tubes and come in 8 foot lengths.

I tried to search Home Depot's website, but i couldn't find these.  What are they made of and is it possible to bend them ?  What about the profile ? Are they squared or rounded ?

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: DrewKaree on February 19, 2004, 07:18:16 pm

If you picture a fluorescent tube, length and shape, you've got the profile.  I think they're used to keep the tubes from spreading glass all over in case they get broken.  They are made of plastic, maybe 1/16" thick.  I've got one of their ProBook CD's, maybe I'll install that and see if it's listed and give you a part #.  I couldn't find it online either, but they DID put their little disclaimer of "Can't find it online? Not everything in our stores is available online. If you don't see what you want here, please visit any Home Depot store. We can help you find a store near you."

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: Generic Eric on February 19, 2004, 08:55:59 pm

Have a pic?

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: DrewKaree on February 19, 2004, 09:53:27 pm

No, no picture.  The pic the software produces isn't cut/copy/paste friendly.  Here, however, is the exact wording and SKU from the Home Depot CD.  



Fluorescent Fixture Accessories

Fluorescent Lamp Shield

Polycarbonate clear tube guard. For T-12 fluorescent lamps. Required in food preparation areas. Aids in cold weather operation. No more broken glass or mess
from fluorescent lamp breakage.

SKU 661473 No. OLS40, Lamp Type T-12, 4' Long @ Ea/1.98

SKU 661503 No. OLS96, Lamp Type T8, 8' Long @
Ea/3.20

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: Lave Laar on February 20, 2004, 12:28:04 pm

It looks something like this then ?  Don't seem to be very easy to bend unfortunately. :-\
I guess what I need is some kind of transparent hose with a decent diameter.

(http://www.goodmart.com/images/prodimages/clp/clearguard.jpg)

(http://www.bunzlphiladelphia.com/images/t-6.gif)

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: Stingray on February 20, 2004, 03:00:26 pm

Something like this maybe?

http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/kurtec38odcl.html

-S

Title: Re:"Bubble Tubes"
Post by: DrewKaree on February 22, 2004, 12:42:44 am

That's them...yeah, like I said, they don't appear to be curvable.