Where can I get a ph, tds ppm meter that won’t break the bank?
Amazon. Apera 20PH / -$40-50 Cheapo Vivosun TDS meter $10-12
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I definitely don’t want the cheapo version. 
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TDS its not super important. They are a simplier measurement. If u wanna go a bit higher i think the Apera 60 does both @GreenJewels does it?
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I have a question about the occulting fan. Do you let it blow directly on the plants?
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Yes the PC 60 does pH, tds and ec
Oh and if you break anything on the head, like the glass bulb. You can buy just a replacement head, I’ve had to do that. 
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Indirect probably is better. Bounce it off a wall. How strong is your fan?
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I can set it low and I can bounce it off the wall. I have more issues. I haven’t gotten my ph meter yet and I feel I have an issue with Ph. I haven’t done anything like it should have been done but that is because of a lack of knowledge. Which I have found out since y’all have allowed me to join your Forum. I have my plants in miracle grow and it not the organic. I don’t know what my plants are as they were seeds from a purchase. I have no grow tent just an area in my utility room. (Not temperature controlled) my humidity is at 80%, Too High!! We are supposed to be getting some dryer air soon. I started them on a 12-12 light two days ago. I tested my run off yesterday with a test strip and it was 7. Not to sure how accurate it is. One of my plants has speckles on some of the leaves. And both plants have a couple leaves that are curled and dark. What do y’all think?
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Nothing screamingly alarming imho. If it spreads, we have an issue. But nothing shouts toxicity or defieciency. Except those couple spots (def) and the one leaf curled (i dunno)
Watch for spread.
U flipped lights. Have u added any calmag?
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No I haven’t because I’m not sure what all I need to do I will be getting some today.
Thank you for the reply. I am hoping that my next grow will be way better. I am learning all kinds of things I should have done but didn’t know to do.
To be perfectly honest this was a little unprepared and that’s an understatement. 
Thank You again and any suggestions are much appreciated.
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My fan has 4 settings. I believe on high it would blow my plants over. Lol
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I have it on the #2 speed and blowing a little above the plants and not directly at them.
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I think we all were when we started 
You may have just found out but once you post 3 posts in a row, someone else has to post or the system won’t let you post again. Unless things have changed, Idk 
Figured I’d post just in case it’s still that way
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Thanks J! Right in schedule. Kinda busy over here so I maybe in and out.
But yup. As I get into 12-12, the calmag demand always goes up. Few questions before I continue recommending. Good ole support ticket. Ill copy n paste in a few
COPY/PASTE the below list into your forum post.
Answer these simple questions the best you can.
If you do not know, or do not use something; Just say so; Or post
NA (non applicable)
-What strain, Seed bank, or bag seed (photo or auto)
-Age of plant/what week of flower
-Method: Soil w/salt, Organic soil, Hydroponics, Aquaponics, KNF
-Vessels: Pots, Grow beds, Buckets, fabric pots
-PH and TDS of Water, Solution, runoff (if Applicable)
-PPM/TDS or EC of nutrient solution if applicable
-Method used to measure PH and TDS
-Indoor or Outdoor if indoor, size of grow space
-Light system LED, MH/HPS/CMH/Fluorescents, or other
-Actual wattage draw of lights
-Current Light Schedule
-Temps; Day, Night
-Humidity; Day, Night
-Ventilation system; Yes, No, Size
-AC, Humidifier, De-humidifier,
-Co2; Yes, No
If growing Hydro some additional questions:
-DWC? RDWC? Autopots? Ebb and Flow? Other?
-Distance of liquid below net pot (DWC)
-Temperature of reservoir
-TDS of nutrient solution
-Amount of air to solution
Always try to upload a clear picture in white light of any issues you may have to allow the community to assist you.
Add anything else you feel would help us give you a most informed answer should be included. Feel free to elaborate, but short and to the point questions and facts will help us help you in a more efficient manner 
Thanks!
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I will answer all these questions as soon as I get my ph meter on Monday.
Thank You for taking interest in my grow. I need all the help I can get.
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I was not able to purchase any Cal-Mag so I have had to order it. Unfortunately my arrival time my the shipper says it will arrive on June 7. Ugh
I took this picture this morning. I know my temps and humidity is a problem. I am going to try to get a dehumidifier. I get my ph meter Tuesday. I tested some rain water I have collected with a test strip and it is at 6.2. I think that would be great to water my plants with as my tap water tested at 7.2.
• What strain, Seed bank, or bag seed. Bag seeds
• Method: Soil w/salt, Organic soil, Hydroponics, Aquaponics, KNF
Miracle grow
• Vessels: Pots, Grow beds, Buckets, Troths
3 gal plastic pots
• PH of Water, Solution, runoff (if Applicable)
The last time I watered the ph was at 7
• PPM/TDS or EC of nutrient solution if applicable
NA
• Indoor or Outdoor
In door
• Light system
MARS HYDRO TS 600W LED Grow
• Temps; Day, Night
67-80
• Humidity; Day, Night
Range From 58-89
• Ventilation system; Yes, No, Size
No
• AC, Humidifier, De-humidifier,
No
• Co2; Yes, No
No
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Indeed… i believe those a sacs. Sorry
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Thank You for the reply. I got rid of it I have one more and so far it’s looking good for being female! crossing my fingers
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