Lots of T5 tubes of CFL`s ?

[gunge9]

Which would be better? I was hoping to use a massive bank of T5 flourescent tubes, both warm and cool for a little grow, would this be better than a couple of 125w CFL`s, someone must have had experience with T5 tubes and had success as i think they would give a better light blanket than CFL`s, with some LST tying and my theory i think it should work ok.

What do you think guys. I know HPS/Halide is better but the i only want a couple of plants from my grow so i`m ruling the HID`s out, i just think it`s over kill for my needs.


Thanks all in advance.


Gunge9

gunge9 Reviewed by gunge9 on 10-06-2006. Lots of T5 tubes of CFL`s ? Which would be better? I was hoping to use a massive bank of T5 flourescent tubes, both warm and cool for a little grow, would this be better than a couple of 125w CFL`s, someone must have had experience with T5 tubes and had success as i think they would give a better light blanket than CFL`s, with some LST tying and my theory i think it should work ok. What do you think guys. I know HPS/Halide is better but the i only want a couple of plants from my grow so i`m ruling the HID`s out, i just Rating: 5

[BlueBear]

I would go with the T5's for a wider light coverage, but for direct light, the CFL's. The T5's are cooler and if you LST you will be able to cover allot of your plant. What is the space like?
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[gunge9]

Thanks for replying to me, it`s a good solid wardrobe that is 1.4M high by
0.9M wide and 0.5 wide. Im thinking of making a board with 6 T% tubes on it that can be raised or lowered.

[BlueBear]

What are those measurements in inches and FT. If you can use the 4FT bulbs than you will be able to pull 300w with the HO T5's.
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