DiY LEDs - How to Power Them

oldbeancounter

oldbeancounter

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boilingoil said:
OK, but you need to make a decision on what you're going to run. I gave you a reply on the H-inFlux strips you first asked about. The other strips will require a different driver.
Depending how you drive your strips, you'll either add the total voltage ( series) or use a single strips voltage ( parallel) to determine the correct driver.
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@boilingoil

thanks
 
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oldbeancounter

oldbeancounter

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boilingoil

boilingoil

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oldbeancounter said:
I am definitely going for strips below in series if series is best which I dont really know
https://www.digikey.ca/product-detail/en/samsung-semiconductor-inc/SI-B8T201B20US/1510-2291-ND/7562249

I have on order 10 strips and driver below
https://www.mouser.ca/ProductDetail/MEAN-WELL/HLG-240H-48A?qs=sGAEpiMZZMvV8Y9YugmIgn9aZbs08wRp2C0%2BTtIm1s8=

if it is not correct maybe someone can chime in before it ships.
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You'll be running parallel with that driver, but otherwise it will work.
 
boilingoil

boilingoil

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oldbeancounter said:
@boilingoil
really? shit
i can call and change it what should i get the will be open soon?
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10 strips in series would require 460 volts DC output driver. I couldn't recommend running that much DC voltage for the average grower. Then not to mention finding a driver that will match. The closest match I see with Meanwell drivers is the 185H-500A and would require 2 drivers for those 10 strips.
Is there a reason why your stuck with a series wiring ? I've been running strips in parallel in some of my builds for 2 years without problems.
 
oldbeancounter

oldbeancounter

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boilingoil said:
10 strips in series would require 460 volts DC output driver. I couldn't recommend running that much DC voltage for the average grower. Then not to mention finding a driver that will match. The closest match I see with Meanwell drivers is the 185H-500A and would require 2 drivers for those 10 strips.
Is there a reason why your stuck with a series wiring ? I've been running strips in parallel in some of my builds for 2 years without problems.
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no not at all, i know shit, all i know i read
have tester
all parts but heat sinks and wagos
if one i have coming is best for job fine if not i will get two drivers if need be for two lights i dont understand the difference that's why i asked. I looked at specs and have no idea how you picked that other driver
 
boilingoil

boilingoil

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oldbeancounter said:
no not at all, i know shit, all i know i read
have tester
all parts but heat sinks and wagos
if one i have coming is best for job(i will get two drivers if need be for two lights)
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No, what you have ordered will work. It's just it will be parallel ran nothing more.
@Randomblame could explain it further for you, as with my typing skills it would take me half a day to compose a simple tutorial.
 
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chuckie86

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Hey Guys,I have a question I bought cree cxb series high bay lights with mean well drivers I was wondering where,i can get the cob holders for the cxba chips and a heatsink each light has 12 chips but I think a better heat sink with the chips,spread out would work better I can post a pic so u see what I'm working with
 

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coreywebster

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chuckie86 said:
Hey Guys,I have a question I bought cree cxb series high bay lights with mean well drivers I was wondering where,i can get the cob holders for the cxba chips and a heatsink each light has 12 chips but I think a better heat sink with the chips,spread out would work better I can post a pic so u see what I'm working with
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Not seen anything like that before. But you could try cobkits, or Alibaba kingbrite for heasinks or possibly heatsink usa.
Not sure what exact cree cobs those are, look too small for cxb3590s.
For the cob holder you need to know the exact cob, but you could just solder and use thermal adhesive.
Again you could message cobkits , he may have an idea on holders or be able to help with identifying the cob.
 
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chuckie86

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Yea in,not sure the exact chip eaither but,I,paid 50$ for,each I got,2 I fig the driver I can,use for other chips,or,quantum boards
 
Spondylo Grow

Spondylo Grow

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Hey guys. I just picked up a 4pk of the HLG qb120 V2s. Was wondering if I can run them in series with a driver that I already had, HLG-320H-C1400A. If I turn that driver down so not to max out the boards, would it work? Or do I need to pick up a different driver? Any help or input would be appreciated.
 
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Dave455

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Spondylo Grow said:
Hey guys. I just picked up a 4pk of the HLG qb120 V2s. Was wondering if I can run them in series with a driver that I already had, HLG-320H-C1400A. If I turn that driver down so not to max out the boards, would it work? Or do I need to pick up a different driver? Any help or input would be appreciated.
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whats it say on their web site ?
 
Rocket Soul

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Spondylo Grow said:
Hey guys. I just picked up a 4pk of the HLG qb120 V2s. Was wondering if I can run them in series with a driver that I already had, HLG-320H-C1400A. If I turn that driver down so not to max out the boards, would it work? Or do I need to pick up a different driver? Any help or input would be appreciated.
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No, you shouldnt use that driver for 4 boards, its to little voltage for the spec of the driver, no matter if you turn it down. Also this driver will only run the boards at around 35w each (24*1.4). Get more boards, 8 should work, or an appropriate 24V CV driver.
 
Spondylo Grow

Spondylo Grow

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Rocket Soul said:
No, you shouldnt use that driver for 4 boards, its to little voltage for the spec of the driver, no matter if you turn it down. Also this driver will only run the boards at around 35w each (24*1.4). Get more boards, 8 should work, or an appropriate 24V CV driver.
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Thanks, got it figured out. I had a qb324 that I was able to add to make it work.
 

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dannyboy6

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My first post is a question. For my clones and small moms cabinet I have an HLG 40 light. Can’t put in a link to show product since it’s my first post.

I want to buy another one for a small space and mount it right above my clone dome with about a 1” gap. Basically a closet shelf about 24” wide and 12” of height.
It came with a non dimmable Meanwell GSC40B-1400
I want to grab a suitable driver to use instead that I can dim this small panel down some. Since it’s going to be basically right on top of my dome. Should I go with a constant current or constant voltage and use a 100K pot for control?
Maybe Meanwell IDLC-45A or a LCM-U40 or 60? Add 100K pot or is there a better choice in a decent price range?
 
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