Quote Originally Posted by jimburke
chances of getting busted, slim to none. flir reads heat(ir) not plants.in doors use mylar, good insulation and a dryer vent or chimney.the heat signature of two 1000k lights would look like a glowing blob. next they will probably check light bill. they are after the cost effective busts.something they can get press and funding, not wasting tax money chasing cancer patients,or small timers.remember with flir you have distance,a moving object and vague resolution.(blurry image)plus conflicting heat sourses. i'm x military intel photographer.u.s.n. most people get busted for something stupid ie; x girlfriend, smoking joint at red light,landlord etc. so keep low and quiet and good luck.
jim b
I know this is an old thread but thank you. this thread has kinda deviated off topic a bit :stoned: but I'm pretty sure led would have no heat sig or nill and cfl would, but they are used commonly today in most homes, so I don't see that triggering a 'hit'. i think would think that using one of those two, in combination of course with telling absolutely no other pilgrem in the whole world, one would be safe.

especially if you live in CO or WA :greenthumb: there just get the biggest brightest highest wattage light you can find and let her fly. you lucky dogs, you.
boaz Reviewed by boaz on . Poll: busted? What do you think the REAL chances are of a personal use farmer with 4 plants or less using LED and CFL to cut down on the infrared signature are these days? I am of the opinion that unless I tell anyone other than God about my garden, the chance of the police getting involved are like those of winning mega millions lottery. What do you think? Rating: 5