Can this unity be used with the Hydrofarm JSV2 2-Foot Jump Start T5 Grow Light System? Are the 2' extenders needed? '
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I think it would work as long as Hydrofarm didn't use some type of proprietary plug in like they do on their ballasts. The JSV2 also looks like it uses two T5's, were this comes with four; though the base looks wide enough to balance it out. I would get the 2' extenders for two reasons. 1) flexibility with strains and vegetative length 2) The wires used to hang the light are not adjustable and are a good ~12-16". I hope this helps. If you do buy the JSV2 will you please let me know how it goes?Just so you know, I love this 2' four bulb system. It puts out a lot of light and stays fairly cool. I thought about buying the JSV2 as well, but opted for two screw hooks, some chain and a couple s-curves. Take care and good luck :)
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I currently use 4 extensions with the light bridge (4-5ft pieces) with a large LED screen and haven't had any problems!
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I would not use this light with a non-planted tank as the PAR would support algae. I would use a basic LED light if you want viewing ability only along with the shimmer effect they create. I don't believe you can purchase extended mounts either.
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Well this is very simple but it is also very small it is for a desktop garden. You could use it with a small single LED or CFL grow light configuration.. (Grow light would have to out side the unit).
201986
I screwed mine into a ceiling socket on my outdoor carport and have had no problem. Why do you think you need an extender? I would imagine as long as the sensor is out from whatever you put it in, it will work. Sensor needs to be able to detect light. Hope this helps.
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In an enclosed space yes, depends on what you're growing also. Different plants would like different lighting I found this a great lighting system for vegtative growth it was less then par for flower development by all means you cannot go wrong on the price and quality hydrofarm is on par with many 200w systems of other names
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Not directly into the unit but is you have an extension chord with more than one plug, you can have Two lights powered by one outlet. That is what I do and use 2 timers
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My unit was hung from a plant stand. I originally owned a stand with standard grow lights. I purchased this unit and swapped out the entire standard unit for the T5. I do not feel that they get significantly hot, but mine were suspended from a unit not mounted underneath. I am afraid that I was not able to answer your question.
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I have two of these incorporated into my existing standard lighting system - running on a common transformer - Paradise
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Youll need lights with the appropriate spectrum for vegetative and flowering, inline duct fans and dryer vents to match, the tent can fit up to 6inch vents. (safer to put the vent tubing in the tent holes than the fan to avoid accidental crushing of your plants) you'll need to decide if to use soil or hydroponics. A timer for the lights, thermometer/ humidity monitor, a lux meter. If going Hydro you'll need quite a bit more including grow media, PH test kit, hydro nutrients, air pumps with hoses and air stones. You'll have to decide which type of hydro system youe going to use; DWC, drip and recover or non recovery, ebb and flow, NFt, aeroponics to name a few Youll need lights with the appropriate spectrum for vegetative and flowering, inline duct fans and dryer vents to match, the tent can fit up to 6inch vents. (safer to put the vent tubing in the tent holes than the fan to avoid accidental crushing of your plants) you'll need to decide if to use soil or hydroponics. A timer for the lights, thermometer/ humidity monitor, a lux meter. If going Hydro you'll need quite a bit more including grow media, PH test kit, hydro nutrients, air pumps with hoses and air stones. You'll have to decide which type of hydro system youe going to use; DWC, drip... » Read More Youll need lights with the appropriate spectrum for vegetative and flowering, inline duct fans and dryer vents to match, the tent can fit up to 6inch vents. (safer to put the vent tubing in the tent holes than the fan to avoid accidental crushing of your plants) you'll need to decide if to use soil or hydroponics. A timer for the lights, thermometer/ humidity monitor, a lux meter. If going Hydro you'll need quite a bit more including grow media, PH test kit, hydro nutrients, air pumps with hoses and air stones. You'll have to decide which type of hydro system youe going to use; DWC, drip and recover or non recovery, ebb and flow, NFt, aeroponics to name a few « Show Less
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I went to the forum to find your answer and the best I see is that it can be done, but no built in and sounds expensive. Below is the Hydroflash response to a similar question. "We are currently reviewing creating this type of accessory. The current HydroFLASH design has support for expansion modules via a different RF link. This was planned so that we could add additional accessories like (wireless) moisture sensors, and additional station interfaces, all controlled by the main HydroFLASH device. Your solution at this time is to purchase another device to cover your number of valves. We will announce additional accessories on the forum or main web page when they are placed into the design phase / production."
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The t5 HO 2-lamp configuration can be paired with two more lamps for a total of 6 lamps. If you're growing live plants you'll need at least 2 of these in a 55 gallon aquarium.
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The Tent itself is 4 ft wide by 2 ft deep and 5 tall. It definitely has the dimensional space to encompass your grow light. I myself have HPS (High pressure sodium) light with hood, air filter and exhaust fan all hanging from the roof without any problems. The frame and support bars are solid and sturdy, so you will have no problem hanging your light structure.Here is a picture of my setup. http://i.imgur.com/3Mbarng.jpg
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hps=high pressure sodium mh=metal halide both are high intensity discharge lamps or hid these types of lamps emit alot of heat and do need to have both high exhaust and intake to replenish the co2 in your grow room you will need more than one to grow decent sized plants one will not do i suggest buying hid over leds since they emit heat and can be better controlled than leds i did not get very good results with this light and bought an hid in its place and sold this one on ebay
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I've added the extension and run two 20lb lights with no problem.. 2yrs strong
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I purchased this kit which actually displays the european 220volt kit. I cut off the terminal block and grafted on the single, double, triple pigtails available. This is just twelve volt like garden lighting.. I wired in a wireless remote at a location where I could get a good signal. These are kind of mix and match components of high quality and easy to make a system with a little imagination and a set of compression splices.
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You can use it, but without a reflector such as: http://www.amazon.com/Hydrofarm-FLCDG125D-Fluorowing-Compact-Fluorescent/dp/B001UV6P9I/ref=pd_sim_lg_1b (bulb that comes with the hood is for vegetative stage, colder blue spectrum) much of the light will not be directed towards the tomato plants. Use the warm bulb for the flower and fruiting stages. Found this lamp to be of some use for supplemental fill in areas not well lit by the primary light source. Serious (small 4'x4' up to 6'x6') greenhouse vegetable growers are better off with: http://www.htgsupply.com/Product-Digital-Greenhouse-%20600w-HPS-Grow-Light ,use the standard 92,000 lumens bulb that comes with it for flowering and purchase the GrowBright 600w MH Conversion Bulb (72,000 lumens) ($44.00) for vegetative growth.