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Introvertalent
Introvertalentstarted grow question 9 months ago
I'm not sure if I should use my led light on full power? I know in the vegetative phase she needs 300-700 PPFD and I have a PPFD meter (app). On full power, I place the light around 45-50 cm from her to get around 500 PPFD but I don't trust the app , so what do you think guys?
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m0use
m0useanswered grow question 9 months ago
The app is consistent in measuring light on the same device but it is not a true quantum sensor that can give an accurate readout of PPFD, If the app is calibrated using a sensor then it is golden and is almost as good, but in order to calibrate it you need a sensor. So what you can do is use the app to find the "right number", just know that number is wrong but it will always be the same amount of wrong. so as an example, if at 15" away and its reading 2000PPFD and your plants are doing well under it. make that your number to aim for. 2000PPFD would burn them if it was accurate but its not so it works, numbers are not the same on other devices has always be the same device best to use white paper to diffuse light into the camera lens if going this route. Also look at your lighting specs, most good lights come with a PPFD map on different hang heights. all Spider farmer and Marz lights have this data. https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71iz91RlXnL._AC_SX679_.jpg I think this is your light from the information I gathered off your diary. I'd aim for a hang height of 18-20" to start off. You could also hang it lower 12-15" and dim it down to 50% your call. Be aware that LED has UV diodes, can be damaging to your eyes and skin wear protection. Good Luck!
PurpleUrple19
PurpleUrple19answered grow question 9 months ago
You should put the light you use in your grow diaries. Most LED lights have to be set a minimum of 16-18" away. The manufacturer will give a good idea of what ppfd they expect at certain heights. Just go off that rather than guessing.
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thedoe
thedoeanswered grow question 9 months ago
id just lower it more and more until you notice signs of stress
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