Need advice...

DoctorMap

Member
Im thinking of getting a 1.2 x 1.2 x 2m tent and using a combination of lights.

What are these LED panels like for growing? (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/200921425943?var=500158559268&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

They claim in the listing that its the same as a 250w hps... is that true?

if so, i was considering getting 4-6 of these to go along side the 400w HPS ive alrwady got, and also getting the tent mentioned above so i can run SOG grows. Does that seem like a workable set up?

I dunno... just dipping my toes into the world or LEDs.
 

Slipon

Well-Known Member
I believe them panels is for seedling`s not strong enough to do anything

get some quality LEDs if your in the US look up Area 51

http://area51lighting.com

or Cidly

http://www.cidly.com

if you want to use LEDs get some quality once that work`s

may I ask, is the pure reason that you want to cover more space ? then the 3x3 ft the 400W can cover ?
 

djwimbo

Well-Known Member
I definitely wouldn't waste my money on those panels.

That's equivalent to our 4x4ft tent. You have a number of LED companies to choose from. Quality LED's aren't cheap, but you can also DIY if you're savvy with those things.

4x Kessil H150's added to your 400w HID would bring you back to a good watts per square meter figure.
The Cidly stuff would be a decent option too.
NeoSol is pretty cool, but I haven't known anyone that's used it. http://growershouse.com/neosol-50w-led-plant-grow-light

I'm assuming you're out of the US, so maybe look into Vipar LED?
 

mmmmbrownies

Active Member
yeah i could see using those for clones of getting those early sprouts going, but those panels don't throw off enough light to be very effective at anything else. there are lots of options out there... I'd look for an LED panel, 6 or 7 band that will cover the square footage you need. I also find the panels with the 3 watt leds seems to penatrate a little better.
 
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