I have two PC's on an ancient tank (I picked it all up on craigslist for $10) that I'm using to grow out five yellow lab fry... they're happy enough with it; I have some duckweed, java moss & hornwort in there for them. they've been in there about six weeks now, about halfway through their growout before they can go into the big tank, I think.
the strip light does get a little warm, but given that it originally held a 30w incandescent, I think it's fine. I also don't leave it on for extended periods anyhow.
note that there are different kinds/sizes of "standard" bulbs, so you may have to experiment.