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1000 Watt hps
Posted: Sun Aug 26, 2007 4:36 am
by Superman28
I came across a 1000 watt hps bulb at work and snagged it along with 3 mercury 475w and 2 other HID lights.....I want to grow 2-3 (however i can fit in a closet) i know i have enough lighting....what should i use for the beginning of the growth, when should i change bulbs, and how close to keep from the plants...thanks
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2007 2:45 am
by Psyclone
Don't use those bulbs for a small closet. Get a 400w HPS system.
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2007 4:46 am
by Superman28
I have 4 175watt heliums, should i use them all the way through?? Would i get closer to max yeilds compared the the 1000 hps?? Is it too hot or what? Thanks!
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2007 4:55 am
by Psyclone
Yes, 1000w is too hot. Unless you build an acceptable cooling system. More watts, more yield. Only use sodium bulbs, as it's more power and is more efficient.
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2007 5:01 am
by Superman28
Yes, but what about the 3-4 helium bulbs, will the be acceptable? Or bad?
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2007 5:06 am
by Psyclone
Ditch them.
Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2007 1:55 am
by Superman28
I got a 400watt hps smaller version of my 1000 and a 450watt (for germination) halogen bulb....would you guys do it differently/better??...will this be enough to get max yields from 2 - 4 plants?
Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2007 3:44 am
by Psyclone
HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO SAY IT. STICK TO THE 400W. USE FLUROS FOR SEEDLINGS AND 1-2 OLD PLANTS.