Mike Cap
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Height is the issue .. 6'2" clearance in my rooms .. all my plants are no taller then 2'6" from the floor
Advice for COB 3'x5' flower room.
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sixstring2112
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yes i think that is plenty of light,its a good layout i just dont like my lights that close to walls.your height wont be an issue.
newguy41410
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im planning to build (16) CXB3590s for a 4x6 flower room. Running off 4 HLG185 1400 so 50w each cob and will be 4 seperate panels. You could do the same except do 3 panels so 12 COBs @ 50w each?
@REALSTYLES thanks for all you do for the community! i am in the process of researching to purchase a DIY COB config for my 2x4 veg room. I was thinking about basically building one of your super panels (4 CXB3590s powered by one driver). I noticed you mentioned your veg tent uses 6500k DD bins. Should I use (4) 6500k DD bins for my veg light? or should i consider (4) 3500k in case i ever decide to expand my flower room? Or would you suggest a totally different COB LED?
Mike Cap
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Awesome .. Walls wont an issue where these lights are going. As you can see running 2 600w HPS with that height required alot of exhaust and just not efficent
Thanks for the help and I will keep everyone updated as I go
REALSTYLES
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You won't find 6500k DD bin only a few got lucky DB would be your best bet. I would just stick with 3500k.
daone
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How did the extra added three watt LEDs work for you or working for you?
Closet-Gardenholic
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Mike also just added the gen 7 veros (36v 3500k 80cri) and has pin heatsinks. He offers a 200 watt 3xVero kit with heatsink and driver for $225 as well. Really great prices and products from this guy, and fast shipping from CA. He will have the SE version with built in holder and poke in connectors next week. I ordered my driver heatsinks and supplies through and and am very pleased with his service.
VegasWinner
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great. I can smell the girlz waking and sleeping. I use Deep Red 15 minutes to start the day, and Far Red to end the day. I use IR all day with Deep Red. Royal Blue all day for veg too with 5000k COB's
Mike Cap
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My 36v COB's have arrived today, and I had it all up DIY in 4hr's +/-
the 72v COB's are on there way and should be here by Saturday.
I'll keep you all updated
Closet-Gardenholic
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That looks awesome!! Why driver are you using for these 5? What do you plan on doing with the 72sMy 36v COB's have arrived today, and I had it all up DIY in 4hr's +/-
the 72v COB's are on there way and should be here by Saturday.
I'll keep you all updated
My package from mike is on the way! I opted for Vero COBs, but went with the same heatsinks as you. Hoping I can get mine together in 4 hours. That would be great
Mike Cap
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I'm using a Meanwell HLG-240H-1400a for the 50v COB's and 2 HLG-320H-1050B for the 72v COB's. I have dimmed the 72v down to 800w from 926;
took me 6hr to build this. I had problem with the DPST swith. It didnt like the 240v apparently, so I bypassed it. However everything is working great!!!!
Closet-Gardenholic
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Awesome build man! I'm hoping to have mine done Tuesday or Wednesday.I'm using a Meanwell HLG-240H-1400a for the 50v COB's and 2 HLG-320H-1050B for the 72v COB's. I have dimmed the 72v down to 800w from 926;
took me 6hr to build this. I had problem with the DPST swith. It didnt like the 240v apparently, so I bypassed it. However everything is working great!!!!
I am considering mounting my driver outside the closet. As long as I go with 18 guage wire and don't go more than 8-10' feet away, I should be ok right?
Can anyone comment on how hot the 320 h 1400 actually gets to the touch? I just want to make sure I won't have a fire hazard mounting to sheetrock. I plan on being home any time the COB is on, but still just to be safe.
Closet-Gardenholic
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Also, when hanging a 16"x36" fixture, do you guys think 4 corner anchors are adequate, or should I add additional support in the center? I am using 1/8" aluminum, but would hate to see it sag in the center over time.
Mike Cap
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18 Gauge should be file. I used solid core copper wire for mine. as for the driver mine were not hot. I would mount to a board then sheetrock as i did.
Mike Cap
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Nice setup!!
Mike Cap
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I put 2 1/4" s hooks on the long sides in between the row's with chain and i used all 1/8th" as well. seems very sturdy and I have some weight on this
nl5xsk1
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Mike Cap
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Ide sayDoes a nice job.View attachment 3887693
