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Sooperdooperstarted grow question 5y ago
How far can my 600w HPS light be and still result in good growth?
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Athosanswered grow question 5y ago
Without an air cooled hood the light to canopy distance should be between 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm)
CloneKingzanswered grow question 5y ago
Heya!
a 600W I would say should be no further than 20" away during flower. That would be around 700par according to most 600W HPS manufacturers.
Lowest I would go is 12" with gooood ventilation.
Cheers,
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