will a hps work for growing?
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doc111
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Depends how many plants you are growing or how much yield you want. 150w hps will work, sure. But if you are expecting a pound per plant, forget it. It also depends on your situation. Are you growing in a small cabinet or do you have a large room? Is electricity a problem? Is heat an issue? You have to look at all of your circumstances and go with what you can afford. Best of luck my friend.
droch123
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i would like a greater yield i have a decent sized grow room my ventillation seems to be doing its job but what i have now is t5 sun leaves system i want something more but i dont think i can afford top of the line equipment right now so i was thinking small whats a good wattage for a good yield
Melangwanja
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If you're aiming to have about... let's say 5 plants, I'd say 150 would bit a limit use.
If you want more, you'll have to go into aiming for something with more wattage.
If you want more, you'll have to go into aiming for something with more wattage.
Mr.Oasis
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I have (2) 150's and 3 plants in a space of 8 sq ft, they do the job pretty well, ive personally never witnessed the handy work of a 400, 600 or 1000 but im sure it belittles my setup....always get more than you think u need, i almost got a 400 twice and should have both times (space is a tent, 2x4x5) temps went from 72 with cfl's to 83 with 1 and 92 with 2, ive since invsted in 2 4" exhaust fans for the top and that got me back around 82-85 throughout the day... good luck man
doc111
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A 1000w system really doesn't cost much more than a 400 w system. Especially when you factor the increase in quality and yield. Personally I would use the t5 for veg and get a 600w hps or switchable ballast. Consider a cooltube or some kind of aircooled reflector. They are definitely worth the money IMO.
