Lighting

[Bigdog1980]

I am using a 8x5 ft tent and just wanting to know if I should have 1 x 600watt hanging from centre or 2 x 250 watt spaced out? Thinking the 2x 250 will light up more space than 1 x 600? What would u do?? Can't afford to run more than 600watts.

 

[Hugo Phurst]

Can't afford to run more than 600watts.

Can you explain that please?
8x5 is pretty big, 2 x 315CMH is the only way I can see to go.

 

[PrometheanLeaf]

2x 315 cmh or a single 600w hps vert is the best way to maximize light coverage on those low wattage needs. Might want to check out the vertical section or look through youtube.

 

[1212ham]

I think you need more like 1500 watts to flower 40 square feet.

 

[Flagg420]

Go the dual CMH route, or run half the tent...

Verts an option, but only if ur sure ur up for it...

 

[PhatNuggz]

He did not mention CMH and there are BETTER options, depending on budget

Check out Amare Technologies , he is a grower who has ben designing LEDS for growers for about 5 years