hps heat question

llerroms

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The space is 16" x 30", 48" in height. 50 CFM passive exhaust. With a 70W hps security light, the temp is 80-82. This light has the built-in ballast which I assume contributes a lot to the heat.

It would be nice to upgrade to a 250 hps, so the question is... Which would be hotter, the 70W with built-in ballast or the 250W with remote ballast located outside of the grow space?
 
The space is 16" x 30", 48" in height. 50 CFM passive exhaust. With a 70W hps security light, the temp is 80-82. This light has the built-in ballast which I assume contributes a lot to the heat.

It would be nice to upgrade to a 250 hps, so the question is... Which would be hotter, the 70W with built-in ballast or the 250W with remote ballast located outside of the grow space?

I would say the outside ballast would be better to reduce heat issues. :peace:
 
I have the same HPS light and stopped using it because of the heat generated. It's definitely worth it to get a 250 w/ remote
 
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