firsttimer cfl grow OG KUSH, Jock horror

man this super sour diesel has me typing away lol........
peep this shit http://www.e-conolight.com/Product/EProductDetail.asp?ProductFamilyID=8&FGNumber=E-HB5M40Q
400 watt MH $72.90!!!!!!!! this website is unreal! when I move theres gonna be TROUBLE! lol

What do you suppose this part means?

Note: This item may not meet the current NEC codes as detailed in articles 410.73(F) and 410.4(E). Click here for more information

Looks like we're on about the same path, about the same time.

I'm glad I can do the DIY thing but, I dream of one of those plug-n-play setups. One of these days, man, one of these days!

Id rather build my own stuff gives me a much bigger feeling of accomplishment.....
those plug and play set ups are just brand names.....


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Note: This item may not meet the current NEC codes as detailed in articles 410.73(F) and 410.4(E). Click here for more information


I have no idea bro google it see what you find let me know ......

2005 NEC Update

Article 410.73 (F) (5) requires luminaires that use MH lamps to have either a containment barrier (lens) or an ANSI type O-rated lamp and socket. This does not apply to open luminaires with thick glass such as PAR lamps. In the past 400 watt MH S-rated lamps were allowed to be installed without a containment barrier or shrouded arc tube. Under the 2005 NEC code this will no longer be allowed.

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oh ok so that means nothing for what we want them for
its not a shock hazard or anything

So, I think i read somewhere that the ballasts used on these particular lights isnt very good. Something about it actually using more electricity than necessary to run the light. Have you seen any talk about this?

I honestly pick and chose what I take from these forums most of the people here have very little or no experience at all and are not licensed electricians I doubt this light is pulling over 150 watts but I really dont know so I cant say.... its working for me I know that for sure and it was $20 bucks the cheapest one I saw besides this one was on htgsupply and it was like $65 and there hood options were all the wrong sizes for my very small grow space

I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment, too. I guess I meant it'd be nice to have the disposable bucks for a plug-n-play but, knowing myself, I'd probably be modifying it right away. LOL

Are you an electrician, DB?

no im not an electrician im a pothead lol

very nice dude!

dirtbagg said:

no im not an electrician im a pothead lol

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That's not very shocking! haha.. Get it? lol

lol!
good lookin out cheetah!

well it seems the first male is rearing his ugly head..... {nh}

what do you guys think looks like nuts to me....:}

Mr. Bitti said:

no problem bro...you might wanna pick up a few 6500k spectrum bulbs for flowering as they are supposed to be best for that period. they got the 3-pack at lowe's for 8 bucks. once you flower switch back to the warms or a mix! im thinking of putting my 65w soft white (dont know exact spectrum) with 2 daylight 6500k. if this isnt enough for 2-3 plants ill put in 2 more warm ones.

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6500K is used for vegging and 2700K is for flowering. You can mix the light spectrum, but most people say to have more 6500K light for vegging.

Hazmat said:

6500K is used for vegging and 2700K is for flowering. You can mix the light spectrum, but most people say to have more 6500K light for vegging.

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That was a mistake a made, there is a reply to the original comment correcting it somewhere in this thread. Sorry man but were all potheads sometimes it slips by hehe.

Anyway Dirtbagg i got my journal setup yesterday as i promised. Check it out see if you like it .

cool mr bitti ill check it out......
can anyone confirm if this looks male to them
I really dont want to chop prematurely

DONT CHOP IT... Wait until you are positive. The balls wont open immediately. I really hardly see a concern for whether or not it is MALE or FEMALE. I mean, yer talking very miniscule things right now. Do not even think of chopping that plant yet mister!

thanks man