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LES7

LES7

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OGEvilgenius said:
It isn't an LED, but a Gavita 600 will cover that space very nicely. You want 8ft ceilings if possible. 7ft will be ok if you keep plant sizes manageable.

I run a 1000 and a 600.

I've been looking at optic lighting LEDs for vegging, but I need 5x5 coverage. Looks like I will have to invest in a couple of lights but I might not get full coverage even with a couple of those 200's. 2 of those 360's and I will be pretty good I assume at closer to 18-20" and growth should be acceptable if not ideal.

Tough decision. Budget is less a concern for me. I just want to get the most out of the dollars I do spend.
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I have 3 meters / 9ft ceiling so its nice :) , you mean a whole Gavita package with a dimm and reflector? I watched video and it seems nice I just dont like an idea about ordering new reflector every year, they say that reflector must be replaced. I thought about 600w with Adjust a wing medium and some dimm, people have good results.
 
OGEvilgenius

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LES7 said:
I have 3 meters / 9ft ceiling so its nice :) , you mean a whole Gavita package with a dimm and reflector? I watched video and it seems nice I just dont like an idea about ordering new reflector every year, they say that reflector must be replaced. I thought about 600w with Adjust a wing medium and some dimm, people have good results.
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I have not read anywhere that the reflector needs to be replaced every year, nor do I see a reason why this would be the case.

The bulbs last a couple of years on 12/12. The reflector should last much longer than that. The reflector gets outstanding coverage perpendicular to the light orientation, not so great in the other direction but not bad.
 
Positivity

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Those bulbs look so fragile. Remember i used to be scared of them cracking when i'd screw them in and there was friction

Now i throw the cobs around like little frisbees

So the reflector isn't washable? You must be kidding o_O

They do look like one of the best hids. I never really cared for the ballast attaching to the reflector though..
 
REALSTYLES

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testiclees said:
Sorry if my question reflects my novice-ness but how does cxb 3070 stack up against vero and and the cree3590s
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I'm a 3590 guy I haven't tried Vero's or 3070's yet but might not 3590's rock for I need them to do stay tuned Monday I will flip to flower after I finish cutting these beast back I've already taken 50 cuts no more from seed takes to damn long lol

this before and I'll post after the cut back

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AquariusPanta

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testiclees said:
Sorry if my question reflects my novice-ness but how does cxb 3070 stack up against vero and and the cree3590s
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Well it really comes down to how you drive each COB. Cree CXA-B and Bridgelux Vero COBS are top dogs in my playbook.

The comment that you responded to (my comment) was summing up the fixtures offered for sale by Optic.

REALSTYLES said:
I'm a 3590 guy I haven't tried Vero's or 3070's yet but might not 3590's rock for I need them to do stay tuned Monday I will flip to flower after I finish cutting these beast back I've already taken 50 cuts no more from seed takes to damn long lol

this before and I'll post after the cut back

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Looking good, looking REAL good, REAL!
 
JimmyIndica

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LES7 said:
I have 3 meters / 9ft ceiling so its nice :) , you mean a whole Gavita package with a dimm and reflector? I watched video and it seems nice I just dont like an idea about ordering new reflector every year, they say that reflector must be replaced. I thought about 600w with Adjust a wing medium and some dimm, people have good results.
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Maybe sockets?,buy not. The hood!
 
Abiqua

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testiclees said:
Sorry if my question reflects my novice-ness but how does cxb 3070 stack up against vero and and the cree3590s
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The only difference really would be situation by situation difference....they are all top notch....

The cxb is basically the same price as the older cxa's while being about 5-8%? more efficient....

The Vero's kind of mirror both the 3070 and 3590....they have more diodes than the 3070, but aren't as efficient when running soft...but can output over 150+ watts and still maintain credible 30+% efficiency's....they were also recently upgraded across the production line and increased efficiency, while maintaining cost.....

The 3590's are Cree's largest offering and when ran very soft, its most efficient....

As far as affordability....

Highest to lowest
3590
3070
Vero29 V2
 
duckface

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Hundreds of pages but I know that the LEDs are a moving target. Every year they get better.

So, are they there yet?
 
TedeBoy

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My space is 30" x 30" x 5 feet.
Currently using Mars II 900w (411w draw). Also used during most of vegging were T5HO's.

After this grow I want to draw less wattage at the wall with better coverage and results. The electric rates where I live are some of the highest in the USA.

Are there DIY LED kits for purchase anywhere and if so what specs would be good for my space? I don't have a lot of tools to build from scratch. Thanks
 
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What is the best site to buy leds/led peripherals off of?

What is the best combination of colors for full grows?

Are there any advantages/disadvantages to using larger vs smaller watt LEDS? For example 2x 50 watts vs 33 x 3 watt. (Aside from being able to mix colors)

(Not a buying question)
How do LEDS heat output compare to HID or CFL watt for watt.
 
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