I’ve been planning my first indoor grow for about 70 years, it seems. I’ve been delayed several times, but I’m finally gathering equipment and am in striking distance of getting started. Here’s what I’ve decided on so far: I have a 4x4 tent, 80 inches tall. So I’ll use it. I’m gonna do DWC. Debat…

Oh, I’m not just looking for advice on the 600 vs 1000 watt dilemma. I’d welcome feedback, advice and criticism on it all. I reread my post, and in the beginning I said “Keep it simple in the beginning, right?” Then I get into running intake and exhaust ducts through the ceiling/floor, lol. I’m su…

What about 2 400w CMH bulbs? Im guessing the coverage is better with 2 smaller lights than with one single powerful one… Im using LEDs because im in tropical weather and managing heat with bulbs would be more expensive for me… Also do not like the idea of having something that can break and fill …

i think 1000watt is too much for this little space, you will most probably get problems. I would go for 600-800watts max, probably more like 500. But then again it depends on the light. I work with COB’s & LED’s so I don’t really know about hps. PS maybe you want to check out the Amare SE500 if mon…

1000 watts is fine for this space if you want it, but 600 will suffice. I run 1000 watts of HID in a 4x4 tent. Here are some tips: Get a digital dimmable ballast. That way, if you get days where it gets to warm, you can drop it down in wattage. You can also use this to be more gentle on your yo…

1000 watt is working good in my 4x4x70 tent. It can take six 5 gallon buckets. But unless they are slim profile, it gets crowded. Especially if you do LST. Which I recommend to double your bud count. Of course, exhaust fan is needed. A 6" fan will do.

Oh, I should also say - even if you go with the 600 watt light, still get a digital dimmable ballast. It’s good to be able to dim things down if you need to.

I use a 1000mh/hps in a 3x4x5 tent, but use cooltube so heat is very controlable. Better to have more than u need for light than not enuff rite? I can run it as close as 9-10inches from cooltube glass to tops. Glas is approx 2 1/4 inches from hps bulb and approx 1 1/2 from mh bulb. I have it in my…

I want to go with HID, at least for my first grow or two, because I’m more comfortable with them. I’ll know what I’m dealing with. LED will be totally a totally new concept for me. But I checked out your link and I love it. When I do try LED, that’s what I’ll do.

4'x4'x80" Tent: 600 or 1000 watt HPS?

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Jbum June 16, 2019, 9:58am 3

If heat maybe an issue HPS light is going to compound that. Any particular reason you don’t want to go with LED’s? Here is a DIY LED that may interest you. Just a thought anywho good luck with whatever you decide!

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4'x4'x80" Tent: 600 or 1000 watt HPS?

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