that's hot; yes, the cfl's will be cooler

my advice? if you want a lot of cool power, go with T5HO instead; htgsupply.com will get you good stuff; e-conolight has a 6-tube fixture for a bit over a hundred bucks; bulbs from 1000bulbs are less than five bucks

i wouldn't bother buying so many cfl's; i doubt you'll save money, and they'll be innefficient; T5HO will get you 92 lumen per watt
onequickmove Reviewed by onequickmove on . 500w CFL, or Go HID? Esoteric Hydroponics | Catalogue | Section 2: Horticultural Lights | Envirolite 4 Lamp Reflector I was browsing about the web, interests in growing plants indoors.. 4x 125w CFL, 2x White Lamps, 2x Red Lamps, for duel spectrum. Or should I go for a duel MH/HPS (Keeping it roughly 500w tops for lighting.) I only plan at having 4 plants, tops, at a time. many thanks for anyones input. Rating: 5