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Diy with cfls or premade?


SPITFIRE

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Hi guys, I'm just ordering some bits.
My plan was to have upto 6 CFL bulbs. However I can now get hold of a Maxibright LightWave T5 Grow Light (2x 2ft tubes)

Would this be better than upto 6 cfl bulbs?


I'll be using a 60x60cm Hydro Shoot Tent

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What's made you draw the conclusion that you should use CFL? I think most people will tell you they're only good for seedlings. 

I'd go LED mate. 

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Just lots of reading, you can get them closer to the sides of the plant(s)

I've also been looking at  Phlizon 600W (actual wattage is 100W)
not sure if that's any good. mixed reviews on amazon.

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Dont bother with CFL's. I've grown with CFL/LED/HPS. CFL's will give you lovely growth during veg but lack the power to form a decent volume of bud. A 60 x 60 tent is going to seriously limit your options though. Too close for LED, too hot for HPS (unless you have a decent fan). If you want to grow something half decent I'd seriously rethink your proposed setup and invest in some decent kit.

 

Just my opinion of course!

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