TreeFarmerCharlie
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Welcome to the wonderful world of Chinese grow lights. You have to look at the specifications and look at the actual power draw. If they don't list that, then that is a sign to stay away from them.
A couple noob questions..
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Thanks dude
coreywebster
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I just found a "600w" version of the same light you have, its actually a 40w light. (probably enough for less than 1ft square.
Look at other options.
Already got the seeds man, also they seem easier from what I’ve read.
This isn’t just my first weed grow but also the first time I’ve grown.. anything!
coreywebster
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For an LED that's worth using your looking at at least 10x what that light cost you unfortunately
Gentlemencorpse
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Well then work with what you got, but here's a few tips. Autos are not easier. If anything they may be more challenging. People think they are easier because you don't have to change their light cycle but that's their only advantage. I've grown mostly photos but have started messing with autos lately and have learned some lessons the hard way.
First, either start in your final pot or up-pot quickly. They throw out a fast taproot and if it bottoms out too early it will stunt their growth or even worse, flower early. A 5L pot won't really cut it for most autos, it's not deep enough. They are often more nute sensitive so go easy on them. If you plant in a good, hot soil they won't need nutes until they start flowering. Also, I'd start with one plant in a 10-12L pot and do some LST to fill out your space. I know it's always tempting to go for more plants, but growing one plant well will give you better results. Plus there's a decent chance one plant fills that space completely if you care for it properly.
Would this kind of thing be suitable? It says it’s dimmable aswell so if it’s too powerful no worries.
Or will this not cut it and have no choice but to spend a lot of money?
600W Digital Dimmable Grow Light Kit Hydroponics Ballast Bulb Reflector HPS MH | eBay
The Hyperlux 660w Digital Dimmable Ballast provides a higher PAR output and yet is far more energy efficient than most other ballasts on the market. The latest high output 660w horticultural ballasts from Hyperlux are designed to give high yields of top quality results, year after year.
www.ebay.co.uk
Thanks
Would fabric pot be fine or better in a normal pot?
thanks dude, I think I’ll get that 10L then!
Would fabric pot be fine or better in a normal pot?
coreywebster
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a 315 cmh might be the cheapest option
A 250w hps might be slightly shy but only slightly
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A 250w hps might be slightly shy but only slightly
250w 400w 600w OMEGA Metal Ballast Grow Light Kit, HPS Dual Spectrum Bulb, Hood | eBay
Ballast, Reflector Shade. 600w or 1000w Lumii Digita Dimmable Digital Ballast, SunBlaster Lamp Hydroponics. Air purification chamber filters which improve the PAR output. All ballasts feature a 1m mains lead with flying IEC lead for added safety and can be wall mounted in required.
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Boatguy
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That thing is probably overkill. 250 w of hid would be more in your ballpark..... @coreywebster beat me to it againWould this kind of thing be suitable? It says it’s dimmable aswell so if it’s too powerful no worries.
Or will this not cut it and have no choice but to spend a lot of money?
600W Digital Dimmable Grow Light Kit Hydroponics Ballast Bulb Reflector HPS MH | eBay
The Hyperlux 660w Digital Dimmable Ballast provides a higher PAR output and yet is far more energy efficient than most other ballasts on the market. The latest high output 660w horticultural ballasts from Hyperlux are designed to give high yields of top quality results, year after year.www.ebay.co.uk
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Gentlemencorpse
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Both work just fine. I like fabric pots better myself.
That 600w HPS light you linked is way overkill btw. Also that price is for the reflector only, which is the cheapest part. As he others mentioned a 315CMH or 250HPS is your best bet. Should run you around £100 if I did the conversion from US$ right. Tough to get away with spending less than that and still get good results
Ah fair - to be honest it’s a lot more money than I can spend just now - I’m currently unemployed due to cov-19 lola 315 cmh might be the cheapest option
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Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Omega 315w CDM CMH Ceramic Metal Halide Grow Kit at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!www.ebay.co.uk
A 250w hps might be slightly shy but only slightly
250w 400w 600w OMEGA Metal Ballast Grow Light Kit, HPS Dual Spectrum Bulb, Hood | eBay
Ballast, Reflector Shade. 600w or 1000w Lumii Digita Dimmable Digital Ballast, SunBlaster Lamp Hydroponics. Air purification chamber filters which improve the PAR output. All ballasts feature a 1m mains lead with flying IEC lead for added safety and can be wall mounted in required.www.ebay.co.uk
thank you man - I thought there’d be cheaper ways around it but it has ended up costing money lol. Buy cheap you buy dear!a 315 cmh might be the cheapest option
Omega 315w CDM CMH Ceramic Metal Halide Grow Kit for sale online | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Omega 315w CDM CMH Ceramic Metal Halide Grow Kit at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!www.ebay.co.uk
A 250w hps might be slightly shy but only slightly
250w 400w 600w OMEGA Metal Ballast Grow Light Kit, HPS Dual Spectrum Bulb, Hood | eBay
Ballast, Reflector Shade. 600w or 1000w Lumii Digita Dimmable Digital Ballast, SunBlaster Lamp Hydroponics. Air purification chamber filters which improve the PAR output. All ballasts feature a 1m mains lead with flying IEC lead for added safety and can be wall mounted in required.www.ebay.co.uk
jondamon
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Would this kind of thing be suitable? It says it’s dimmable aswell so if it’s too powerful no worries.
Or will this not cut it and have no choice but to spend a lot of money?
600W Digital Dimmable Grow Light Kit Hydroponics Ballast Bulb Reflector HPS MH | eBay
The Hyperlux 660w Digital Dimmable Ballast provides a higher PAR output and yet is far more energy efficient than most other ballasts on the market. The latest high output 660w horticultural ballasts from Hyperlux are designed to give high yields of top quality results, year after year.www.ebay.co.uk
This will increase your electricity bill around £20-£30 a month when you buy the correct equipment to run it.
Nice man
coreywebster
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Screw in household LEDs would work better than most of them cheap blurple lights. 
Look for second hand HPS ballast and bulb and reflector.
Look for second hand HPS ballast and bulb and reflector.
jondamon
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eBay lol but we know what we’re looking for.
are other lights less tricky to buy than LEDs? like will an HPS bulb that says 300w be 300w?