Need help with a light

billfree01 · Apr 12, 2020

I had a great grow in 2014 through 2016.

I was setting up again and I am looking for a new LED grow light. Looking for the biggest bang for the buck. I veg in a 4x4 tent. Flower in a 4x8 2nd tent. Any advice?

Marzbadrock · Apr 12, 2020

Nunybiz is the person to talk to if ya trying to go most affordable. But theres 420 sponsors that can set you up great as well.
How much area are you trying to cover?

billfree01 · Apr 12, 2020

1got a4x4 tent that I am flowering in.
I have a 4x8 tent I am vegging in.

Marzbadrock · Apr 12, 2020

Are you looking to DIY or plug n play?

billfree01 · Apr 12, 2020

Wow. Over my head. I’m getting old but I am taking a guess DIY or plot and play.
DIY DO IT YOURSELF?
Plug n play = just plug it in

skipeye · Apr 12, 2020

Mars Hydro is regarded pretty high on 420, and for good reason. Their line is reasonably costed and there's lots of evidence on grow journals here that they work very well!

Marzbadrock · Apr 12, 2020

Yes exactly what it means.

multiVortex · Apr 12, 2020

For a 4x4 space, two of the following lights from @Budget LED will kiil it in there.

Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Dimmable Grow Light

Our Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Indoor LED grow light is designed to be the ultimate flowering unit while also being our highest PPE unit available. Each kit utilizes 2 of our custom designed & full spectrum LED boards with Samsung LM301H, UVA, Samsung LH351H v2 Deep Red 660nm, and Samsung...

www.budgetgrowlights.com

This is a 250w Series 3 Red Spec. It retails for $349, but with the forum discount code (5% off) it makes it about $330 each. Shipping is free.

You would need two, as each one covers a 4x2 area for flower. I say two lights like this vice a single fixture as it gives a little room to tweak their positions compared to a single light.

These are quantum board style lights, full white light, and each board only uses 250w.

There are cheaper lights, there are more expensive lights. These lights use the top of the line LED's (Samsung, Osram, and LG, all top bin) and come with a dimmer installed. Pull the light out of the box, attach driver to back of heatsink, hook up 2 wires (easy connector), hang it, and plug it in. Heat? Nah. Of course they'll raise your temps a little bit, but on full blast 2 of them only raised the temp in the tent about 6f to 8F above ambient room temp.

I've purchased 4 of these lights so far, and they're excellent. Can't recommend them highly enough. On top of all that, they have incredible customer service, are a US company (Michigan), and are also Veteran owned.

Marzbadrock · Apr 12, 2020

multiVortex said:
For a 4x4 space, two of the following lights from @Budget LED will kiil it in there.

Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Dimmable Grow Light

Our Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Indoor LED grow light is designed to be the ultimate flowering unit while also being our highest PPE unit available. Each kit utilizes 2 of our custom designed & full spectrum LED boards with Samsung LM301H, UVA, Samsung LH351H v2 Deep Red 660nm, and Samsung...

www.budgetgrowlights.com

This is a 250w Series 3 Red Spec. It retails for $349, but with the forum discount code (5% off) it makes it about $330 each. Shipping is free.

You would need two, as each one covers a 4x2 area for flower. I say two lights like this vice a single fixture as it gives a little room to tweak their positions compared to a single light.

These are quantum board style lights, full white light, and each board only uses 250w.

There are cheaper lights, there are more expensive lights. These lights use the top of the line LED's (Samsung, Osram, and LG, all top bin) and come with a dimmer installed. Pull the light out of the box, attach driver to back of heatsink, hook up 2 wires (easy connector), hang it, and plug it in. Heat? Nah. Of course they'll raise your temps a little bit, but on full blast 2 of them only raised the temp in the tent about 6f to 8F above ambient room temp.

I've purchased 4 of these lights so far, and they're excellent. Can't recommend them highly enough. On top of all that, they have incredible customer service, are a US company (Michigan), and are also Veteran owned.

That was where I was going but I like the sound of the xl heatsinks. Spread the coverage out a bit.

billfree01 · Apr 13, 2020

Marzbadrock said:
Yes exactly what it means.

Thanks. I got it right.

Slicknick909 · Apr 13, 2020

@Budget LED if you can afford it!

Elevated Lighting Company · Apr 13, 2020

multiVortex said:
For a 4x4 space, two of the following lights from @Budget LED will kiil it in there.

Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Dimmable Grow Light

Our Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Indoor LED grow light is designed to be the ultimate flowering unit while also being our highest PPE unit available. Each kit utilizes 2 of our custom designed & full spectrum LED boards with Samsung LM301H, UVA, Samsung LH351H v2 Deep Red 660nm, and Samsung...

www.budgetgrowlights.com

This is a 250w Series 3 Red Spec. It retails for $349, but with the forum discount code (5% off) it makes it about $330 each. Shipping is free.

You would need two, as each one covers a 4x2 area for flower. I say two lights like this vice a single fixture as it gives a little room to tweak their positions compared to a single light.

These are quantum board style lights, full white light, and each board only uses 250w.

There are cheaper lights, there are more expensive lights. These lights use the top of the line LED's (Samsung, Osram, and LG, all top bin) and come with a dimmer installed. Pull the light out of the box, attach driver to back of heatsink, hook up 2 wires (easy connector), hang it, and plug it in. Heat? Nah. Of course they'll raise your temps a little bit, but on full blast 2 of them only raised the temp in the tent about 6f to 8F above ambient room temp.

I've purchased 4 of these lights so far, and they're excellent. Can't recommend them highly enough. On top of all that, they have incredible customer service, are a US company (Michigan), and are also Veteran owned.

This man said it best. The xls will give the best coverage in a 4 x 4. If you have any specific questions please let me know.

billfree01 · Apr 13, 2020

multiVortex said:
For a 4x4 space, two of the following lights from @Budget LED will kiil it in there.

Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Dimmable Grow Light

Our Series 3+ Red Spec 250 Watt Indoor LED grow light is designed to be the ultimate flowering unit while also being our highest PPE unit available. Each kit utilizes 2 of our custom designed & full spectrum LED boards with Samsung LM301H, UVA, Samsung LH351H v2 Deep Red 660nm, and Samsung...

www.budgetgrowlights.com

This is a 250w Series 3 Red Spec. It retails for $349, but with the forum discount code (5% off) it makes it about $330 each. Shipping is free.

You would need two, as each one covers a 4x2 area for flower. I say two lights like this vice a single fixture as it gives a little room to tweak their positions compared to a single light.

These are quantum board style lights, full white light, and each board only uses 250w.

There are cheaper lights, there are more expensive lights. These lights use the top of the line LED's (Samsung, Osram, and LG, all top bin) and come with a dimmer installed. Pull the light out of the box, attach driver to back of heatsink, hook up 2 wires (easy connector), hang it, and plug it in. Heat? Nah. Of course they'll raise your temps a little bit, but on full blast 2 of them only raised the temp in the tent about 6f to 8F above ambient room temp.

I've purchased 4 of these lights so far, and they're excellent. Can't recommend them highly enough. On top of all that, they have incredible customer service, are a US company (Michigan), and are also Veteran owned.

Thanks a lot for the info. Thanks to everyone else for advice.

billfree01 · Apr 13, 2020

Marzbadrock said:
Yes exactly what it means.

Thanks for the info.

Mars Hydro · Apr 17, 2020

For 4x4 flower tent, one TS3000 is the best choice for you.
For 4x8 veg tent, I suggest you use 2 TSW2000

Features of Mars TS Led Grow Lights

High PPE as 2.3umol/j
Average growing result as 1.5g/w
Saving at least 30% energy than traditional led grow light
White color, more natural to sun light
Full Spectrum for whole growing cycle
New SMD chip, higher output, longer lifespan
UL listed wattage adjustble driver

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