It's not just a hood, it has a built in switchable ballast. Not a style of light I am keen on, don't like the idea of having to hang the ballast above the plants as well as the light and the air cooling options require you to pull room air over the bulb.
sarah louise Reviewed by sarah louise on . Too good to be true? Hey, i've got another thread on my grow going, check it out if you wish and want to give any advice. This thread pertains to a light that i found that works great for my set up, but almost seems to good to be true. Check out the link i attached and let me know what you guys think. Hydrofarm - Hydrofarm SBC250 Sunburst 250W HPS/MH Convertible Rating: 5