DIY with Quantum Boards

[HolyAngel]

Should I get 6 of these instead and just use full cycle for veg and flower? I don't know if those are the the next step up equivalent of the other one.

QB288 V2 Rspec Quantum Board

Ultra High Efficiency LED Boards for DIY. QB288 V2 has 288pcs Samsung LM301H LED

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The rspecs are the best qb288's HLG has currently and they work fantastically for veg and flower both. The other boards were recommended to save money and still do the job just fine, but yeah, if you can afford it that's what I would go with.

 

[RamenToppings]

The rspecs are the best qb288's HLG has currently and they work fantastically for veg and flower both. The other boards were recommended to save money and still do the job just fine, but yeah, if you can afford it that's what I would go with.

If I ever do dmt I hope I can be transported to the place in your avatar.

 

[RamenToppings]

The rspecs are the best qb288's HLG has currently and they work fantastically for veg and flower both. The other boards were recommended to save money and still do the job just fine, but yeah, if you can afford it that's what I would go with.

Do I still get these drivers for the v2?

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EDIT: How many could give me optimal results in a 2x2?

 

[Chip Green]

Holy funk Ramen.... One single 2x2 area, you can get by with 120(ish) W....the one you linked is a 240W driver.
Same idea, but smaller, HLG-120H-54 for a single board, ought to be plenty for a 2x2.

 

[RamenToppings]

Holy funk Ramen.... One single 2x2 area, you can get by with 120(ish) W....the one you linked is a 240W driver.
Same idea, but smaller, HLG-120H-54 for a single board, ought to be plenty for a 2x2.

Ok dope, so one 120w driver for every one board? Should i get 2 of those single v2s, 2 120w for a 2 x 2and 3 of each for a 3x3? If that’dcover me for veg and flower.

 

[Chip Green]

Hold on here, I'm a little late to this party....I gotta get caught up.
Who's currently in charge here LOL.

 

[RamenToppings]

@Humple is who originally started me down this rabbit hole

 

[Chip Green]

Yes. One single board, with a 120 level MW driver. Just like the kits HLG offers. That way, the slate2 single heatsink can handle it!!!

 

[RamenToppings]

Yes. One single board, with a 120 level MW driver. Just like the kits HLG offers. That way, the slate2 single heatsink can handle it!!!

Would I need one or two boards for a 2 x 2? I think I misunderstood.

 

[ilovereggae]

Ok dope, so one 120w driver for every one board? Should i get 2 of those single v2s, 2 120w for a 2 x 2and 3 of each for a 3x3? If that’dcover me for veg and flower.

One 120W driver is definitely plenty for that space, I ran a 2x2 tent for over a year and usually had to dim it in earlier flower and def during veg. If you want better spread then I suggest actually getting 2 boards, and the Slate double heatsink (actually just getting 2 regular slates then u could mount them side by side instead of end to end) and running them @ 60W each. Same wattage, double the diodes, better efficiency. If you get the 54A driver then you would run them in parallel, if you get a C series driver then you could do them in series. I blame @Rocket Soul for getting me hooked on this type of setup. I am up to 18 boards now (fourteen 288 v1, three 288 v2, one HLG65) and have an itchy finger to order one more v1 board for my veggies tent.

[edited - miscounted how many boards i had earlier]

 

[Chip Green]

I can't imagine needing more than one per 2x2, as long as they are running at 120+ W.

 

[RamenToppings]

One 120W driver is definitely plenty for that space, I ran a 2x2 tent for over a year and usually had to dim it in earlier flower and def during veg. If you want better spread then I suggest actually getting 2 boards, and the Slate double heatsink (actually just getting 2 regular slates then u could mount them side by side instead of end to end) and running them @ 60W each. Same wattage, double the diodes, better efficiency. If you get the 54A driver then you would run them in parallel, if you get a C series driver then you could do them in series. I blame @Rocket Soul for getting me hooked on this type of setup. I am up to 20 boards now (sixteen 288 v1, three 288 v2, one HLG65) and have an itchy finger to order one more v1 board for my veggies tent.

@Rocket Soul Hey man, what would you recommend for a 2 x 2, and 3 x 3 1 or 2 V2s!

 

[Humple]

Do I still get these drivers for the v2?

HLG-240H-C2100AB - MEAN WELL - TRC Electronics

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www.trcelectronics.com

EDIT: How many could give me optimal results in a 2x2?

Just one board for a 2x2, brother! My recommendations were for the larger spaces. And yes, if you can afford the R spec, go for it!

Here's the driver for just one board (v1 or R spec):

HLG-120H-54AB - MEAN WELL - TRC Electronics

Order MEAN WELL HLG-120H-54AB LED power supply on-line or call today for exceptional customer service. TRC is the USA stocking headquarters of MEAN WELL HLG-120H-54AB LED power supplies. HLG-120H-54AB is ready to ship today.

www.trcelectronics.com

 

[ilovereggae]

@Rocket Soul Hey man, what would you recommend for a 2 x 2, and 3 x 3 1 or 2 V2s!

Just one board for a 2x2, brother! My recommendations were for the larger spaces. And yes, if you can afford the R spec, go for it!

Here's the driver for just one board (v1 or R spec):

HLG-120H-54AB - MEAN WELL - TRC Electronics

Order MEAN WELL HLG-120H-54AB LED power supply on-line or call today for exceptional customer service. TRC is the USA stocking headquarters of MEAN WELL HLG-120H-54AB LED power supplies. HLG-120H-54AB is ready to ship today.

www.trcelectronics.com

i agree with @Humple. sorry if I confused things. Start with 1 board and 1 driver. see how that works for you. running more boards softer is kind of overkill, not needed, and can always be something you upgrade to later on.

 

[ianc4990]

@Rocket Soul Hey man, what would you recommend for a 2 x 2, and 3 x 3 1 or 2 V2s!

Those r specs that you linked are JUST the boards. The v1s that were linked to you were the boards AND heatsinks. Make sure you order everything you need man.

 

[WeedSexWeightsShakes]

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[RamenToppings]

Those r specs that you linked are JUST the boards. The v1s that were linked to you were the boards AND heatsinks. Make sure you order everything you need man.

I appreciate that, I was not sure so I checked HLG and saw the heat sinks, you guys linked the drivers so I think with the heat sink, driver and board I would be set?

 

[ianc4990]

I appreciate that, I was not sure so I checked HLG and saw the heat sinks, you guys linked the drivers so I think with the heat sink, driver and board I would be set?

They sell heatsink/board combos with every version of the qb288. I would recommend the r specs if you can swing the price difference. The red doesnt make a huge difference in veg like some people say. But a big difference in flower. The board, heatsink, and driver are all you will need, other than some solid core copper wire and some type of wire connector (i like wago connectors). You will also need a power cord with a 120v plug to wire to the driver. And i would suggest getting a potentiometer to dim your lights if your driver is compatible.

 

[Humple]

One 120W driver is definitely plenty for that space, I ran a 2x2 tent for over a year and usually had to dim it in earlier flower and def during veg. If you want better spread then I suggest actually getting 2 boards, and the Slate double heatsink (actually just getting 2 regular slates then u could mount them side by side instead of end to end) and running them @ 60W each. Same wattage, double the diodes, better efficiency. If you get the 54A driver then you would run them in parallel, if you get a C series driver then you could do them in series. I blame @Rocket Soul for getting me hooked on this type of setup. I am up to 18 boards now (fourteen 288 v1, three 288 v2, one HLG65) and have an itchy finger to order one more v1 board for my veggies tent.

[edited - miscounted how many boards i had earlier]

This is also an excellent idea! And it means you still have light for the plants if one board goes out (not something that's likely to happen, but insurance is always nice to have).

 

[Humple]

i agree with @Humple. sorry if I confused things. Start with 1 board and 1 driver. see how that works for you. running more boards softer is kind of overkill, not needed, and can always be something you upgrade to later on.

Either way, he'll be off to a good start, running some HLG goodness!