T5 ballast

[Nor'easter Reefer]

I have a ballast in a light fixture. It says it's a "programmed rapid start". I know i want a programmed start vs a instant start, but is this still good?

 

[Nor'easter Reefer]

Bump

 

[oreo54]

Bump

Your questions not clear.

 

[Nor'easter Reefer]

Your questions not clear.

Instant start/rapid start is supposed to be hard on the bulbs. For a reef fixture im told I want a programmed start. My ballast i have is a "programmed rapid start". Are programmed start and programmed rapid start equals as far as bulb longevity and usefulness in a reef tank?