So I'm struggling with making a decision about lighting for my 4x4. I like the idea of building my own light using qb96's but am a little apprehensive about it. I also like the SF2000 but I would need 2 and for that price I feel I could build a better light. Someone make a decision for me. Thanks guys
Qb 96's or SF2000???
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PadawanWarrior
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HLG for me. Use code "RIU10" for 10% off. Every time I hear people talking about the 96's I'm tempted to buy more lights I don't need right now.
Lol thanks for the code. Now to find
PadawanWarrior
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They're not QB's. QB's are the boards, but still nice choice.
And I'd get the more powerful drivers and just dim them down.
Do a search because there's a bunch of people running 4-6 of them in a 4x4.
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Well shit. Sorry, totally new to these. I've only used hid's in the past. Only have 2 grows under my belt but the the experience and info on this site has been awesome.
PadawanWarrior
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No worries man. Welcome.
pulpoinspace
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i got hlg-600-54b for a 4x4. I have 6 96's on that driver and usually run it around 500 watts in peak flower. you could probably get away with a 480. when i put my 600 on full it runs at 640w probably enough for a 5x5 if i ever upgrade.
two 320s. idk about two 240s but probably enough.
two 320s. idk about two 240s but probably enough.
@pulpoinspace how are you hanging those? I'm struggling with how to make a fixture using multiples...
pulpoinspace
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18" ideally. when they get closer than that they get some bleaching and foxtailing. not really a problem. but the buds 18" from the lights are the frostiest/densist/happiest.
Just placed my order.It was like 435 shipped for 6 of them so im pretty happy with that. It will be a little over my budget when its all said and done but i think i will be proud of the build. Anyone know a place in the states to get drivers from, or should i just go the Amazon rout?
PadawanWarrior
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Nice. Congrats man. Good choice. I try to avoid Amazon anymore when I can. I've gotten grow shit from them that looked used, so I sent it back.
I used a T5 for awhile and sent it back. I'm sure they just resold it. Not cool.
I don't know much about the qb 96's but I'm pretty sure I always read that they are +/- 54v. Some other guys brought the lne drivers to light on arrow, so maybe check out these 185 watters for $20 a piece. Seems like three of these drivers, 2x96's per driver, would be a pretty cheap way to power them and fit your tent pretty well.
I'm still new in all of this led stuff, but hopefully that's at least a starting point to search around for some drivers. Best of luck with the build and grows though sir.
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/lne-54v185wdaa/delta-electronics
Rocket Soul
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Good for you OP. Id like to add the other benefits to going qb96:
- lightpoints: you get much better spread and even light with 6 points of light, even though smaller, than two boards, which will leave edges and corners wanting.
- expandability: the qb96 can be run really hard and with 6 you could easily expand even though you need higher hanging height.
- DIY High: you feel awesome once your light is hanging and then even better when you tweak your lights for maximum intensity. It hits everyone like a surprise.
- lightpoints: you get much better spread and even light with 6 points of light, even though smaller, than two boards, which will leave edges and corners wanting.
- expandability: the qb96 can be run really hard and with 6 you could easily expand even though you need higher hanging height.
- DIY High: you feel awesome once your light is hanging and then even better when you tweak your lights for maximum intensity. It hits everyone like a surprise.
Rocket Soul
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Id go for 2x 240 drivers if i where OP. Add another one if you where to expand.
pulpoinspace
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no that sounds about right. you got hlg-320h-54b? or which driver specifically
You had me worried. I had to go look up the difference between a and b type driver's . So much learning