QUANTUM BOARDS help me decide

callies

callies

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jjng5 said:
@callies I'll do you one better -- why not purchase 1 x QB 324 V2 for $79 and then pick up a meanwell hlg-185h-54 for $50 and then be able to dim your light depending if you're in veg or flower. The 324 V2 is a little larger of a board (~12" x 8" versus QB288 11.25" x 6.83") and you're also getting more diodes too. The 324V2 is rated for higher wattage capabilities to boot. With a 185 watt driver I wouldn't run the board at full strength power without additional cooling. You could safely run it upwards of ~150-160 watts of power. This would give you the ability to run your space with slightly improved light spread and a higher intensity for flower; 160 watts = 42 watt per sq foot. Most people agree 25-30 watts / sq foot with these QB's is perfect. So keep that in mind too. If you wanted to buy the HLG-120 driver and run your board at 120 watt that puts you at 32 watts / sq foot and you would get better PPFD efficiency as well.
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that sounds like a good option but again aus currency its fine i decided ill just spend more money then i really should
 
TEKNIK

TEKNIK

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callies said:
that sounds like a good option but again aus currency its fine i decided ill just spend more money then i really should
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I think you are mis understanding thier website they are nearly half the price of the product quick bloom lights sell.
You choice, your money. Good luck
 
callies

callies

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TEKNIK said:
You can run a single channel if it's too complicated for you. They produce these in Australia they are not an imported thing. Call them if you need help with anything.
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https://www.cutter.com.au/product/solskin-thin-skin-kit/
3000K Single Channel 90 CRI $249.99 – $321.95EX GST (AUD)

thats a good price and i should get it but i dont know what Single Channe and 90 CRI means and i dont see anything about how much power it uses
are them specs better then the HLG V2 135 Watt Quantum Board
 
TEKNIK

TEKNIK

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The power it uses is upto you, if you buy it with Nichia chips it will out perform. Maybe give them a call they will be open now.
 
callies

callies

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TEKNIK said:
I think you are mis understanding thier website they are nearly half the price of the product quick bloom lights sell.
You choice, your money. Good luck
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TEKNIK said:
The power it uses is upto you, if you buy it with Nichia chips it will out perform. Maybe give them a call they will be open now.
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i will give them a call i dont mean to be rude but saying the power it uses is up to me is just more confusing because i cant see anything that suggests power usage. how am i meant to pick something when nothing is listed in watts just something about cri and single channel. none of that is useful information for a dumb ass that has no idea what it means. but you are right i should go with them so i will contact a rep
 
TEKNIK

TEKNIK

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I am not sure if that price includes a driver, that's why I am saying to give them a call, drivers are pretty cheap now days anyway
 
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