Is 3600 watts too much?..... Ideas, concerns, suggestions, etc.

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A+Strong

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• Jul 29, 2012

• #1

Is 3600 watts too much for a 6x6 Aeroponic Co2 induced @ 1500 ppms grow op? 100 watts per square foot....

 

1337hacker

Active Member

• Jul 29, 2012

• #2

Yes, anything over 75 watts per square foot can bleach your plants according to Jorges... I've seen it first hand, straight up white tips on the buds (I hear it is basically inactive too, don't quote me on this though)

 

SOMEBEECH

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• Jul 29, 2012

• #3

I assume its HID rt? IMO a little overkill 50wpsqt is what i use.Better have some sun glasses when you check on em

 

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• Jul 29, 2012

• #4

I read that 75 to 100 watts per sq ft is the base for an co2 enriched grow space. Just need some advice on the subject. Cooling the space mayb the biggest issue. An yes if was going with 3 1000w hps plus 1 600w hps. This is all for my flowering room though.

 

SOMEBEECH

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• Jul 30, 2012

• #5

There is a point of too much light a plant can handle or need.but you need to find someone smarter than me or google it!!

 

oakley1984

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• Jul 30, 2012

• #6

you would be better off with 4x600w in that space.
i run 3kw on 38sqft and its just a bit to much.

 

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• Jul 30, 2012

• #7

oakley1984 said:

you would be better off with 4x600w in that space.
i run 3kw on 38sqft and its just a bit to much.

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Is your flower room separate from your veggie room? Is your room CO2 induced with a controller? The reason for such a high wattage is because the CO2 makes the plant intakes twice as much nutrients and works twice as hard. (At least that's what i read) Im just trying to see this theory proved before I go out and spend $3500 on a new grow op.