jjng5
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Both wires 18G or one with a larger gauge? Thanks for your help!
DIY with Quantum Boards
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@Stephenj37826 Hi Stephen. I've seen the HLG-320h-C2800 recommended (by you/you guys) for two QB96 Elite V2's a few times now, in stead of the HLG-320h-54a which I thought was the recommended driver for two QB96 V2's.
I understand the main differences in the drivers (CV, CC, parallel, series, etc) but why is the constant current (C2800) being recommended now? Is it solely because series wiring is more simple for novice diy'ers?
Thanks for your time and any light you (and others) can shed on these options.
Stephenj37826
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Not much difference besides wiring really.
pop22
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For solid anything from 18-22 gauge will work. i use 18 gauge bell wiring. check the voltage rating when you buy.
SoMe_EfFin_MasS_HoLe
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@Stephenj37826 what is the general rule when wanting to clean your light? Also, will you ever be able to give me the inside diameter of the out side tap holes on the slate 2 triple?
SoMe_EfFin_MasS_HoLe
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I might get my ass in gear to clean the tent today. I will take pictures of my light so you can see what's going on. I did make a video of when I put it together. I had to tape a selfie stick to my kitchen chair to hold my phone. I went over how to solder and connect everything. The video came out like shit because I had no one to hold the camera, I also couldnt figure out how to edit 15 smaller videos into one on my phone and then I needed room on my memory card. So yeah it didnt go the way as planned which sucks because it would have helped alot of ppl. In any case you should get a idea of what's going on when you see the pictures.@pop22 and @captainmorgan Thanks for the help with these wire types.
Would this be okay? 18 AWG - 2 Conductor - 600V - Stranded Conductor - Unshielded - VNTC Tray Cable
This appears to be twin wires (red and black). View attachment 4290699
If, so is this the only wire that I need? @pop22 you stated: "I use wagos just prior to the board and a short piece of solid wire from the wago to the boards. "
Is this a solid core wire, a different wire type?
Thank you guys!
jjng5
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I'd love to watch the video if you still have it. I can give you an e-mail address even. I received the wall plugs yesterday in the mail. Everything else is ordered and on its way
cleverpiggy
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Is there any value or point in switching out my 8 bulb T5 for a HLG 100 watt Quantum Board, for vegging. I really want one but do U really need one?
cleverpiggy
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Next question, two 320 XL's or one 600H for a 5x5 tent grow? What would you do!
jjng5
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No way (in my opinion)... I just bought a T5HO 8 bulb 4 foot fixture for veg. I love those lights -- they provide an outstanding spread of quality light for veg. LED might be slightly more efficient (even though T5's are already extremely efficient), I think the trade off in having a better spread of light over a larger foot print is more valuable during veg. Just IMO though... I would use LED more for flower, but that's me.
jjng5
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Are 4 QB 324 V2's an option? Each spaced out equally; driven by two 320 drivers (2 panels per 320)?
buyyouabeer
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I like the light bar setup, never know when they go all stretch. Gives you some flexibility with height adjustment vs. one big unit.
delstele
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I would say yes. I bought the HLG40 4000K to replace a 2' 4 bulb T5 I had for veg\clones it was suposta be a 80 watt fixture. The 40 blows that T5 outta the water my plants love the LED...
SoMe_EfFin_MasS_HoLe
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Hey man, sorry I was not able to get around to taking pictures. my family came over yesterday and my nephew spent the night. I will be hopefully able to clean the tent tomorrow though. I will have them to you at some point in the evening tomorrow if not before.
SoMe_EfFin_MasS_HoLe
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I would do the two 320' if it were me.
jjng5
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Thanks bud! That's super helpful. Currently have four HLG QB 324 V2's with drivers sitting in the dinning room. They'll be super helpful I'm sure. Especially since two 20 lb CO2 tanks, regulator/flow gauge, and Titan Saturn 6 environmental controller are on their way! Yay! CO2 ppm in the space currently is around 250 ppm (ouch!). Would like to bring up to 900-1000 ppm and rock those lights in there! Super appreciate your help and efforts!
pop22
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Actually, the efficiency of T5 is around 25% vs 50+% for LED strips like the QB 96 strip. I just converted a T5 light using them. I have the better spread, more light and am using less power, win win!
Budzbuddha
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Chuckin time ....
King Kong Poison #4
( Hazeman Seeds )
Pollen :
DEEP CHUNK ( Monkey Balls ) Tom Hills
Met a grower that ironically I met thru work and found out this guy is a breeder / tester.
He offered some gear and gave me this pollen from a male he culled and dried.
Got some black cherry soda and a few other goodies from my new “ bud “ .
The King Kong was originally a solo grow for one of the ongoing cup dick swing challenges on now.
Since too many crybabies , paranoid and obvious cheaters , I pulled plant out and up potted.
She is in week 2 of flower so it is perfect to knock up. Deep Chunk is supposedly a heavy Indy so it’s perfect for adding to the Kong ( GG4 X Durban Poison ) .....
Thanks ( you know who you are )
.... big thanks.
1 gallon bag
FFOF ( bottom 1/3 )
Recipe 420 ( fill )
1/4 cup FF light warrior ( myco charge )
Tap 6.4
Plant on soil only feed from beginning ( water only )
12/12 light cycle from transplant ( solo )
Soil is holding strong without any noticeable depletion so I am NOT going to feed with Nutes.
It’s works damn well right out of the bag mixing these 2 up. A little perlite and all good.
Here is a small 1 gallon I cut yesterday. Nothing but the soil feeding the plant.
Picked 3 lower sites to pollinate ( marked ) .
LST only trained .
She parked under the Core build and growing very well.
So I can’t wait to chop these in a week or so to make more room.
King Kong Poison #4
( Hazeman Seeds )
Pollen :
DEEP CHUNK ( Monkey Balls ) Tom Hills
Met a grower that ironically I met thru work and found out this guy is a breeder / tester.
He offered some gear and gave me this pollen from a male he culled and dried.
Got some black cherry soda and a few other goodies from my new “ bud “ .
The King Kong was originally a solo grow for one of the ongoing cup dick swing challenges on now.
Since too many crybabies , paranoid and obvious cheaters , I pulled plant out and up potted.
She is in week 2 of flower so it is perfect to knock up. Deep Chunk is supposedly a heavy Indy so it’s perfect for adding to the Kong ( GG4 X Durban Poison ) .....
Thanks ( you know who you are )
.... big thanks. 1 gallon bag
FFOF ( bottom 1/3 )
Recipe 420 ( fill )
1/4 cup FF light warrior ( myco charge )
Tap 6.4
Plant on soil only feed from beginning ( water only )
12/12 light cycle from transplant ( solo )
Soil is holding strong without any noticeable depletion so I am NOT going to feed with Nutes.
It’s works damn well right out of the bag mixing these 2 up. A little perlite and all good.
Here is a small 1 gallon I cut yesterday. Nothing but the soil feeding the plant.
Picked 3 lower sites to pollinate ( marked ) .
LST only trained .
She parked under the Core build and growing very well.
So I can’t wait to chop these in a week or so to make more room.