hello all,

Im currently thinking about growing about 4 plants. The plan is grow them in a 1x1x1.8 bud box, I have made a decision on all other parts to buy except for the light. After some research it shows that a digital ballast seems to run more effieciently and also runs at a lower temperature... It seemed at first when digital ballasts were introduced there was some problem with radio waves, but apparently that has now been fixed by putting in a metal cage to trap all radio signals. The current digital ballast im looking at is the one on greens, i was wondering if anyone can comment on this light? I also wanted to know whether it is possible to put another reflector on it? Any help will be greatly appreciated!!

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If your talking about the BAL models, yeah the reflector can be changed quite easily. (guide here: http://www.uk420.com/boards/index.php?showtopic=77650)

I own a 400w bal, done a good few grows with it - no problems (the armoured cable prevents RFI)

Do you think there is a significant advantage to the standard magnetic ballast?

They are supposed to be quieter, run colder and some makes are dimmable

plenty to read here http://www.uk420.com/boards/index.php?showtopic=51082