the bulb is in a vented hood but there is no duct hooked up to it. Cutting the house is not an option so i am trying to use fans to control the heat. This is not the best way to go about it but is the best i can do. if i am only supporting 4 plants and expect to reduce to the best 2 before...
I raised it to 16 inches from the tops of the plants. I noticed the thermometer read even higher temps than before(90-93ish). However, the leaves are curled less and are less yellow. Before i moved it i thought the light felt fine on the back of my hand. I think the temperature readings...
400W metal halide for a 2.5x2.5 area. Was 8 inches from tops of plants with temps ranging between 80-85 daytime. The only ventilation is 1 12 inch oscillating fan blowing on hood and plants. Another oscillating fan blowing fresh air into the room.
I have seen alot of posts saying put it as...
when it goes out it flickers brightly several times. while this happens the ballast makes noises in sync with the flickering. Then it goes off but the ballast continues to hum. If i leave power connected the light will relight then go out again. a couple of times I left it on for a while...
I just bought my first metal halide. its a 400w venture lighting brand with m59h printed on the bulb. The bulb is brand new out of the box and will light then after 10-15 seconds it goes out. It was purchased as a kit with socket and ballast so i assume everything is compatible. Is this...