How Close Should My Light be to My Plants?

Discussion in 'Newbie Central' started by youngpat, May 5, 2011.

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    youngpat

    youngpat Member

    how close should my light be to my plants? im 2 weeks in to flower and im not to sure how close to have my light.
    youngpat, May 5, 2011
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    drkblood

    drkblood Member

    What type of lighting are you using? If CFL 2-3 inches away from the plants, if using HPS hold your hand over the top of the plants, if it feels uncomfortable on the back of your hand after a few min the light is too close.
    drkblood, May 5, 2011
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    MidnightJoker

    MidnightJoker Active Member

    It all depends on what light you are using.
    MidnightJoker, May 5, 2011
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    TDM

    TDM Active Member

    I have heard 18" is the closest a 1000 watt light should be to the top of a plant, another test is put your hand above the plant top, if it's uncomfortably warm then it's a problem for the plant also.
    TDM, May 5, 2011
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    bud nugbong

    bud nugbong Moderator

    Perfect explenation right there...think about when your sitting in the sun and your skin gets a little hot, the plants can handle a little bit but you dont want your hand to be burning.
    bud nugbong, May 5, 2011
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