Adding supplemental lighting during flowering

GregoryB

Active Member
Hey guys, first post fussy grow. Have 8 autos in 4.5x2.5 tent. I know I may need to remove 2. Anyways, I have the mars sp3000. My question is should I add 2 mostly red(630/660) lights(says 100w not sure if that's actual) during flowering? I was going to use 2 clip goose necks on opposite corners. Bulbs like thishttps://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Vegetables-Seedlings-Hydroponics-Greenhouse/dp/B079NM682K/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=red+led+grow+light+bulb&qid=1612065076&sprefix=red+led+grow+light&sr=8-11
 

Marq1340

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Hey guys, first post fussy grow. Have 8 autos in 4.5x2.5 tent. I know I may need to remove 2. Anyways, I have the mars sp3000. My question is should I add 2 mostly red(630/660) lights(says 100w not sure if that's actual) during flowering? I was going to use 2 clip goose necks on opposite corners. Bulbs like thishttps://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Vegetables-Seedlings-Hydroponics-Greenhouse/dp/B079NM682K/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=red+led+grow+light+bulb&qid=1612065076&sprefix=red+led+grow+light&sr=8-11

"Energy Saving and Environmental Protection - The perfect size of this plant bulb, the luminous power is powerful, equivalent to 50 watts, the actual power consumption is about 8~10W, which saves electricity.




For a couple dollars more than you were about to pay for 8 watt bulbs you could try these for supplemental lighting(if it'll fit) for a couple bucks more


Use this code to get 50% off the list price (50YFVUMC).

Amazon and ebay have other good option under $50 that are much better than those bulbs


This is a bit smaller

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GregoryB

Active Member
"Energy Saving and Environmental Protection - The perfect size of this plant bulb, the luminous power is powerful, equivalent to 50 watts, the actual power consumption is about 8~10W, which saves electricity.




For a couple dollars more than you were about to pay for 8 watt bulbs you could try these for supplemental lighting(if it'll fit) for a couple bucks more


Use this code to get 50% off the list price (50YFVUMC).

Amazon and ebay have other good option under $50 that are much better than those bulbs


This is a bit smaller

A7TDFSSK
My main issue is my tent and light mars sp3000 are rectangular so I feel like I would need 2 if they'd even fit? Or should I try and hang them vertically?
 

GregoryB

Active Member
I also have 2 of these already. So I could use them to supplement for free...https://www.homedepot.com/p/Feit-Electric-2-ft-32-Watt-White-LED-3-Adjustable-Spectrum-Linkable-Plant-Grow-Light-Fixture-GLP24ADJS-32W-LED/306744759?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D27L-G-D27L-27_15_COMMERCIAL_And_INDUSTRIAL-NA-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-COMMERCIAL_INDUSTRIAL_CommercialLighting&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D27L-G-D27L-27_15_COMMERCIAL_And_INDUSTRIAL-NA-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-COMMERCIAL_INDUSTRIAL_CommercialLighting-71700000052687888-58700005047732060-92700052328522656&gclid=CjwKCAiApNSABhAlEiwANuR9YNcq3Ei75WEUoFFOS84LYEbIKOR-bvu9EwtYPArDyiVufdhhMaow2RoCu6kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
 

MATTYMATT726

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In a 4 1/2 by 2 1/2 you want more like 300 TRUE watts. You should have just got the HLG 260 QB. You get what you pay for. Buy these smaller cheaper lights now, get a half decent harvest and than buy good lights later anyways so wasted money for no reason.
 

GregoryB

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In a 4 1/2 by 2 1/2 you want more like 300 TRUE watts. You should have just got the HLG 260 QB. You get what you pay for. Buy these smaller cheaper lights now, get a half decent harvest and than buy good lights later anyways so wasted money for no reason.
I think there's a misunderstanding. I have a mars hydro sp3000. It is a true 300 watt so it's better than that hlg. I'm talking about adding supplemental lighting during flowering(cheaply)
 

MATTYMATT726

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I think there's a misunderstanding. I have a mars hydro sp3000. It is a true 300 watt so it's better than that hlg. I'm talking about adding supplemental lighting during flowering(cheaply)
XD Ha. A few nore Watts doesn't make MarsHydro better than the HLG. Good luck on the grow pal.
 

Marq1340

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I also have 2 of these already. So I could use them to supplement for free...https://www.homedepot.com/p/Feit-Electric-2-ft-32-Watt-White-LED-3-Adjustable-Spectrum-Linkable-Plant-Grow-Light-Fixture-GLP24ADJS-32W-LED/306744759?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D27L-G-D27L-27_15_COMMERCIAL_And_INDUSTRIAL-NA-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-COMMERCIAL_INDUSTRIAL_CommercialLighting&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D27L-G-D27L-27_15_COMMERCIAL_And_INDUSTRIAL-NA-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-COMMERCIAL_INDUSTRIAL_CommercialLighting-71700000052687888-58700005047732060-92700052328522656&gclid=CjwKCAiApNSABhAlEiwANuR9YNcq3Ei75WEUoFFOS84LYEbIKOR-bvu9EwtYPArDyiVufdhhMaow2RoCu6kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Depending on how far along you are it might make more since just to lower the amount of total plants. If you want to keep the 8 autos you'll want to add 150-250 more wants for best results.(I'm guessing here)


I think there's a misunderstanding. I have a mars hydro sp3000. It is a true 300 watt so it's better than that hlg. I'm talking about adding supplemental lighting during flowering(cheaply)
That light is pretty good for your tent, you just won't get the best results using it alone.

XD Ha. A few nore Watts doesn't make MarsHydro better than the HLG. Good luck on the grow pal.
Site is riddled with assholes.
 

MATTYMATT726

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Depending on how far along you are it might make more since just to lower the amount of total plants. If you want to keep the 8 autos you'll want to add 150-250 more wants for best results.(I'm guessing here)



That light is pretty good for your tent, you just won't get the best results using it alone.


Site is riddled with assholes.
Big surprise, another grower for only a few months XD
 

MATTYMATT726

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What do you keep crying about? Cuz I said that sp light is better than that hlg260? Lol
You're another clown. Been on the site for 2 days, have no clue how much lights you need that you want to supplement with cheap house leds that only 1 other NEW inexperienced grower evwn cared to talk aboit your clown assed setup. 3 months from now GUARANTEED i won't even see any clown ass grow from you. But I'll check than.
 

GregoryB

Active Member
Damn, feelings are hurt for real. Pretty sure this site isn't for people crying. Too funny. You're just an expert who's on this site to complain? Ok guy
 

Severed Tongue

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SP3000 is a commercial grade Samsung/Meanwell light.

It's an excellent grow light, imo you don't need to add anything but if you must.....

Have you considered DIY strips?
 

Severed Tongue

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You're another clown. Been on the site for 2 days, have no clue how much lights you need that you want to supplement with cheap house leds that only 1 other NEW inexperienced grower evwn cared to talk aboit your clown assed setup. 3 months from now GUARANTEED i won't even see any clown ass grow from you. But I'll check than.
Chill out bro...
 
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