Dimmable Important?

[PadawanWarrior]

Here's another option. This one actually fits a 3x3 better, but it's more expensive too.

Model 4VS

This high powered 4 COB LED light fixture features Bridgelux Vero29 COBs and dual Meanwell drivers for maximum uptime. Remote driver placement helps with managing heat and custom color temperatures are available. Innovative design for use in a 3 x 3 to a 3.5 x 3.5 foot coverage area.

timbergrowlights.com

 

[1212ham]

Thanks. I'm looking at this one most seriously: https://horticulturelightinggroup.com/collections/lamps/products/hlg-100-rspec
But I am considering Spider if dimmable matters.

Dimming can be added, search ebay/amazon for led dimmer.

LPD LED Dimmer, DC Jack 12-24V, 6A Max, Strip Light Mini Dial Inline Switch Dimmer, SMD 5050 3528 2835 5630 LED Strip LED Tape LED Ribbon LED Rope LED String Light - - Amazon.com

LPD LED Dimmer, DC Jack 12-24V, 6A Max, Strip Light Mini Dial Inline Switch Dimmer, SMD 5050 3528 2835 5630 LED Strip LED Tape LED Ribbon LED Rope LED String Light - - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

 

[Grow Illumination]

Hey now! Is a dimmable option important to anyone? I'll be using a 3x3 tent and prob only 1 plant.
Thanks for any info.

Think of it this way... Dimmers are like car seat heaters, when you need to use them you hope they are there. The dimmer is great when you need to use it to dial in your numbers using a PAR meter. Get a light that has a dimmer or a dimmer option. Also, most 100w LED lights use a 2x2 tent.

 

[PadawanWarrior]

Dimming can be added, search ebay/amazon for led dimmer.

LPD LED Dimmer, DC Jack 12-24V, 6A Max, Strip Light Mini Dial Inline Switch Dimmer, SMD 5050 3528 2835 5630 LED Strip LED Tape LED Ribbon LED Rope LED String Light - - Amazon.com

LPD LED Dimmer, DC Jack 12-24V, 6A Max, Strip Light Mini Dial Inline Switch Dimmer, SMD 5050 3528 2835 5630 LED Strip LED Tape LED Ribbon LED Rope LED String Light - - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

I was told those only work with the 65, not the 100. I'm pretty sure it was HLG that told me that.

 

[backinthegrow]

Mars makes a nice 2x2 bc it's actually 2.3x2.3 but here's what 200w of LED is doing for mine right now just to give you an idea (1 plant):
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Did you buy the exhaust system separately if you use the Mars tent?

 

[cardgenius]

The light he is looking at is only 100 watts, he wont get 300 for veg without buying 3 of them. I use 300 watts for veg to cover a full 4x4 tent but the OP is not going that big.

Oh my bad, didn’t see the 100w light. I wouldn’t waste time trying to flower under a 100w light in a 3x3. Either upgrade the light to properly match a 3x3(around 300w) or down size the tent to match the light.

 

[Major Blazer]

Did you buy the exhaust system separately if you use the Mars tent?

I intentionally always go overboard in the ventilation dept. I run a 6" AC Infinity as my exhaust, intake is passive. I like it this way bc I have zero noise.

 

[1212ham]

I was told those only work with the 65, not the 100. I'm pretty sure it was HLG that told me that.

You're right, the dimmer I posted will not work with the HLG 100.

That board is 36v and requires a PMW controller rated at 36v or higher. But there are options.
Keep in mind, the Chinese new year can cause big shipping delays.

12V-40V 10A PWM DC Motor Speed Controller Dimmer Voltage Regulator with Knob Kit | eBay

PWM Frequency: 3 kHz. PWM Sampling rate: 0% -100%. High efficiency, high torque and low heat generation. With reverse polarity protection, high current protection. Static current: 0.02 A (Standby). Long service life.

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DC6-60V 12V 24V 36V 48V 30A PWM DC Motor Speed Controller Start Stop Switch | eBay

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