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Grow QuestionsBest LEDs or small HID to replace 1000W dimmable HID for small space

Best LEDs or small HID to replace 1000W dimmable HID for small space

3lementa1started grow question 3 years ago

I'm using a 1000w HID setup I had from before, running at 50% in a cool tube. It's loud and not efficient. Maybe it's time I switch to LEDs or a 250 HID. I don't want to sacrifice bud quality but I'm low on funds. Any recommendations for a good light that will fill this space?

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Robertsanswered grow question 3 years ago

Being in a dwc bucket you will want a detachable driver. Mars lights have high output vs quantum boards. I have used both. I have only used ts series though for Mars. Detachable diver allows you to remove the heat it produces in grow space. Help keep dwc cooler. Can also line your bucket with reflective mylar if temps in bucket are getting too warm. Good luck

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Hempy_The_Kidanswered grow question 3 years ago

If your going to go cheap LED I'd suggest one with cree cob lights. My 1200w Growstar (250w actual) can grow about a half pound. It will also produce less heat than the HID. Otherwise if I could afford, I'd go with a more expensive LED.

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Organomananswered grow question 3 years ago

I would go for a 250watt HID over a cheap LED if my budget allowed.

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PEANUTBUDDAanswered grow question 3 years ago

How wide is your space and what is your budget? I just picked up a Mars Hydro SP3000 for three ten on sale using the code CALIGREEN. It's 42.5" (108cm), and works perfectly for a 4x2. Dr MJ Coco (youtube) has the review that sold me on it, and he said it was a bargain at four hundred.

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Ezzjaybruhanswered grow question 3 years ago

I’d recommend a spider farmer SF2000, or similar quantum board style LED. Go for a name brand driver like mean well and top bin diodes like Samsung’s LM301H or LM301B. The SF2000 covers a 2x4 size area perfectly. They’re around 0 on Amazon at the moment.

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