Tsolrathe
Well-Known Member
I'm setting up a hydro grow room. I've done a lot of research as far as lighting etc. go, and there seems to be a big debate about what the best light source is. I'm wondering what the opinion is on a high output fluorescent system like this one. T5 Fluorescent & HID Grow Lights for Plants from ACF Greenhouses
I've also found the same thing cheaper on ebay. I know everyone says to us HIDs or somesuch, but I'd rather not have to worry about so much heat. This system seems great because it exactly fits in my 4' by 2' closet, and can be raised and lowered to be just above the plant. I can use the same ballast for both veg and flowering just by changing out the bulbs and switching the timer. All the various lumens/watts/etc. seem to add up according to any worksheets I've seen on this sight or others, but I've never seen any mention of this type of lighting system on these forums... It seems comparable price-wise to other suggestions I've seen, so what am I missing? Is something horribly wrong with this setup?
Thanks
I've also found the same thing cheaper on ebay. I know everyone says to us HIDs or somesuch, but I'd rather not have to worry about so much heat. This system seems great because it exactly fits in my 4' by 2' closet, and can be raised and lowered to be just above the plant. I can use the same ballast for both veg and flowering just by changing out the bulbs and switching the timer. All the various lumens/watts/etc. seem to add up according to any worksheets I've seen on this sight or others, but I've never seen any mention of this type of lighting system on these forums... It seems comparable price-wise to other suggestions I've seen, so what am I missing? Is something horribly wrong with this setup?
Thanks