Ipower ballast ??

I was able to get this lighting kit for 181.44 with shipping http://www.amazon.com/Grow-Light-hydroponic-Dimmable-Hydrofarm/dp/B005GYMM6U/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1314414978&sr=8-7

I have not received it yet and was wondering if anyone has any knowledge on the i power ballast input much appreciated

I ordered the 1000w W/hood/bulbs/hangers/timer. The packaging was garbage. Both of my bulbs broke in transit. The vendor on Amazon did stand behind the product and issued me a refund for the damaged bulbs. Other than the packaging it seems like a nice ballast and hood. I havent had it long to test over time, but so far so good.

i order the 400w with the coolhood and everything came on time and nothing was broke so i guess i was lucky i got it running in my veg room only been on for about a week will keep updated

just ordered 2 600 watt kits from them, how do you guys like them so far?

my only concern is if the ballast will get to hot, its says it gets up to 65 degrees celcius... thats a little hot fo me!


what do you think

Just an FYI - you can get lumatek systems for less expensive. I have nothing to say about the Ipower ballasts but I can assure you that Lumatek is quality.

/e I didn't see that you got it for 180 - thought you paid 299.
http://www.urbansunshine.com/grow-lights/digital-ballast-systems/400-watt

Have a 600watt ipower, digital. Works fine so far and have a 5year warranty.
Blew 1mh within 1-2months, 1 hps blew out too after purchase test 2months later(within less then 1day of use).

so far i ahve been running my 400w for about 6 weeks total no problems seems to be a great light

my ballast does not get to hot mine does have a built in fan tho

so it completed one whole grow with no issues will have it back up and running the mh bulb here in a few weeks

so far i have harvested 2 grows without any problems and am 2 days from the second week of flower for the 3rd grow using this light i did buy a didgilux bulb for it seems to be brighter but overall it was worth buying praying it dont quit on me during this grow lol

chroniclystoned said:

so far i have harvested 2 grows without any problems and am 2 days from the second week of flower for the 3rd grow using this light i did buy a didgilux bulb for it seems to be brighter but overall it was worth buying praying it dont quit on me during this grow lol

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Have you noticed any interference with your cable or internet?!

some interference with my tv but the ballast is only about a foot or 2 away other than that its been a great light starting a 4th grow right now

hey i got the ipower 400watt dimmable/switchable
im going into flowering next week.. it has worked amzing for veg!!
the thing does not get hott at all, just a little warm, but smaller, and you can mount it anywhere
if your talking about the same one i got from ebay, you will be happy..the lights are..a lit smaller than i expected
hope they work as good for you as they do for me

I got the cooltube 600w dimmable ballast and haven't had a problem so far. Using a 240w booster fan with it and it runs way cooler than all my cfl's did during veg.

About 4 weeks in flower..

thanks for the updates chron. I bought 2 600s ipower seem to work great so far.

That's good to hear ....... since my 600w Ipower kit will arrive tomorrow.

I bought one other 600 used works great I also received a used MH bulb that only lasted 3 days. but so far so good on everything else I suppose you never know with used stuff.

I also got the ipower 600w air cooled tube set up, the light bulbs are a bit smaller than Im used to but seem fine...Ive got my MaxFan ducted to it on its lowest setting and the tube is room temperature to the touch, no heat at all, but seems nice and bright. Depending on a few things with the bulb, I may decide to go buy a Hortilux bulb...as long as the particular strain finishes the same as usual than no upgrades will be needed. Its one heck of a value, especially for anyone out there that is just getting started and need everything including the yo-yo's and timer...just need to go get a 6" fan of your choice and a filter, ready to go. I will post if there are any problems, anyone else who has bought ipower equipment should do the same so we can all know more about the product. Take care, Happy Holidays!

anyone else using these?

I've been using 400w system from eBay for about2weeks on my short rider autos and is going great!!