experienced grower with a question.

ganjaluvr

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Alright.. I've been seeing more and more people using a "hygrometer" while curing their buds?

Exactly how does this work.. and what do you do with the hygrometer??

I mean.. explain how its done if you don't mind.

thanks.

peace.
 

Weedler

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It measures the relative humidity in the room I use one because I live in a humid area and need to watch to make sure it does not go over 50% which can cause mold they make small ones you can throw in jar lets me know when I need to burp them
 

Auzzie07

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I believe a hygrometer is just an instrument that measures relative humidity. Growers use them while drying to ensure a consistent humidity level, if the humidity was off (not sure of the exact % at which nug will dry/cure the best) then it could begin to grow mold/mildew.
 

ganjaluvr

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It measures the relative humidity in the room I use one because I live in a humid area and need to watch to make sure it does not go over 50% which can cause mold they make small ones you can throw in jar lets me know when I need to burp them
So you just throw it into the jars with the buds.. and every time it gets to 45% or 50% then you go ahead and burp the jars correct?

cool. Thanks for being cool and helping.. instead of coming in here with a smart ass comment.

peace.
 

Barrelhse

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Hygrometers were often coupled with barometers for use aboard ships. Hygrometers were called "hair hygrometers" because they were run by a hair which would respond to the amount of humidity in the air.
 

Weedler

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So you just throw it into the jars with the buds.. and every time it gets to 45% or 50% then you go ahead and burp the jars correct?

cool. Thanks for being cool and helping.. instead of coming in here with a smart ass comment.

peace.
I do just because I live on the water... If I have a lot I will vacuum seal but even still I find myself opening it after a month.
 

xdrgreenthumbx

Active Member
found my temp/hygrometer @ wal mart for around $10. one of the best purchases ever. runs on 2 AAA bats, small, accurate, and stores HIGH and LOW for both temp and humidity.

And the best advice I can give is: let the plant tell you when its done. dont read too much into specifics as far as actual numbers go. if the buds are too moist, burp them. if not, let them be. when they're done....they're done!

happy growing :)
 

Logan Rhodes

Active Member
No matter how experienced, there's always new techniques and methods that people are applying everyday. Anybody can have a question, your not doing it right if you have never asked a question before. The whole purpose here is to help people answer questions. You wanna act like a dumb fuck, then kick bricks back to Japan!!!
 

crazytrain14

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it makes sense to use one in the jar or whatever you are curing in. i haven't ever done it or even heard of doing this but it could be a useful thing. like you were saying take it out when humidity is at the highest, burp the jar and dry it out and do it again. simple cure. its a good idea.

peace
 

Dreadheadgrow

Active Member
I have a few of those, Accurite I believe right? They are terrible compared to my $30 one. Sometimes the walmart one read 36% while the expensive one reads 49%, and sometimes it will read high too if any water or mist is within inches of it. I have seen readings 10-15% lower, and 10% higher with that walmart one. They are great for getting a rough idea, but not that great for fine tuning.
found my temp/hygrometer @ wal mart for around $10. one of the best purchases ever. runs on 2 AAA bats, small, accurate, and stores HIGH and LOW for both temp and humidity.

And the best advice I can give is: let the plant tell you when its done. dont read too much into specifics as far as actual numbers go. if the buds are too moist, burp them. if not, let them be. when they're done....they're done!

happy growing :)
 
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