LED light opinion needed ASAP

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 16, 2020

I'm looking to order a veg light tonight. I need to transplant more plants into a new tent and need a light. 4x4 tent. Only interested in LED. I know HLG is the go to but why do i want to pay more for less watts compare to say Meiju or even Mars Hydro. Yes I know the Samsung diodes and meanwell drivers is the top answer but does it truly add up to the price difference? Are the parts just made to last longer or do they really make a difference in light quality?

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 16, 2020

Please someone talk me out of the the TSW2000 for a veg light. I really feel like its a good light for the price? And I can have it in 3 days lol.

GBAUTO · Oct 16, 2020

I've used a meiju 480 watt qb clone in my 4x4 pheno tent with really good results.
For strictly veg, a 240 watt version should be sufficient.
I'd look for a 4000k version with lm301b(h) diodes.

TastyBudz420 · Oct 16, 2020

This is from 1 King led 1000 watt it did 6 plants in a 4x4x6 no prob

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 17, 2020

GBAUTO said:
I've used a meiju 480 watt qb clone in my 4x4 pheno tent with really good results.
For strictly veg, a 240 watt version should be sufficient.
I'd look for a 4000k version with lm301b(h) diodes.

Is there a notable difference between the b or h diodes? I'm looking at a 300 watt board with 301h diodes and an offbrand driver for 250 bucks

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 17, 2020

My current mars hydro results

a mongo frog · Oct 17, 2020

ExoticKangaroo said:
My current mars hydro results

With what light?

Kassiopeija · Oct 17, 2020

ExoticKangaroo said:
Is there a notable difference between the b or h diodes?

the "h" ones are better protected against high humidity and should last longer. If you can get these, take them over the b's

Jeffislovinlife · Oct 17, 2020

I run 3 philzon my veg tent has a 600 and a 1200

as always thank you for your time and the best of luck

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 17, 2020

a mongo frog said:
With what light?

Running two tsl 2000 in that tent right now. Upgrading as I go.

GBAUTO · Oct 17, 2020

ExoticKangaroo said:
Is there a notable difference between the b or h diodes? I'm looking at a 300 watt board with 301h diodes and an offbrand driver for 250 bucks

Although there is a lot of speculation on the net, folks who are partners with Samsung have stated that they are identical.
'h' diodes are sold as horticultural and 'b' are sold as commercial.
Same diodes, just different specs for each market.

ExoticKangaroo · Oct 17, 2020

GBAUTO said:
Although there is a lot of speculation on the net, folks who are partners with Samsung have stated that they are identical.
'h' diodes are sold as horticultural and 'b' are sold as commercial.
Same diodes, just different specs for each market.

Thanks man. I made my order today and it will arrive Monday already. This was the info I needed. More good news. Clones rooted. Woop woop

Veggietative · Oct 17, 2020

HLG. Anything else is a cheap copy.

a mongo frog · Oct 17, 2020

ExoticKangaroo said:
My current mars hydro results

Was this bud at chop or did you go longer? Nice garden.

bk78 · Oct 17, 2020

ExoticKangaroo said:
Please someone talk me out of the the TSW2000 for a veg light. I really feel like its a good light for the price? And I can have it in 3 days lol.

Do you like to get a zap when touching your lights? If so get the mars.

bk78 · Oct 17, 2020

Veggietative said:
HLG. Anything else is a cheap copy.

Damn so my cheap copy lights won’t grow weed then?

xtsho · Oct 17, 2020

TastyBudz420 said:
This is from 1 King led 1000 watt it did 6 plants in a 4x4x6 no prob
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That's not a good example of a light. That light is not 1000 watts and does not replace a 600 watt HPS like they claim. You need at least 3 - 4 of those lights to replace a 600 watt HPS. It's not a recommended brand. You need to upgrade your lighting so you actually fill your tent up with buds. That light is good for 1 maybe 2 plants or else you end up with those spindly plants you have. Don't take offense. I'm trying to help you improve your grow. More light. And don't believe the marketing nonsense that says a 180 watt light replaces 600 watts of HID.

This is under a 600 watt HPS. See the difference?

chico1st · Oct 17, 2020

I just got a kingbrite (same is Meiju probably), it was cheap and is awesome. I totally recommend it if you can live with the long shipping time vs amazon lights.

BucketGrower · Oct 17, 2020

What did you end up buying exotic?

Bosgrower · Oct 17, 2020

I know you're heart is set on an LED, but for veg, I think you're overlooking a really great option

Ceramic MH 315w CMH Optimum Performance Package

This MH 315w Ceramic Metal Halide kit is the best one for all types of indoor growing, including full-cycle growth (flowers, veggies, herbs, etc.), plant propagation and hybrid breeding. This 315W CMH Optimum Performance Package includes the Prism Lighting Science 315w Ceramic Metal Halide CM...

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with a 4200K bulb will give you a terrific blue leaning spectrum and has a detached ballast so you can have it in or out of the tent depending on your heat issues. There are lots of places to buy these ... this one is $317.

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