Hey yaaaaaws,
I've been lurking in the forum for some time now and have been gathering information for my grow. Now, I've done a lot of research on CFLs vs. HPS/HIDs, their pros and cons, etc, but I have a specific question for the grow box I am designing. Here are the details:
a 3ft x 3ft x 7ft grow box made out of industrial shelving. The sides are vinyl coated press board (white finish).
two chambers: one 3x3x2ft box in height for clones, and a 3x3x5ft box for flowering.
My question:
Would a 400Watt HPS/HID be too hot for a 3x3x5 box given I have an exhaust fan and intake ports?
I was initially planning on using CFLs because of their low heat and the fact that you can adjust the bulbs direction and proimity to the plants/add them as needed (money being an issue). This being a long term investment I wouldn't mind paying extra for the HPS setup if it will work in my box.
Thanks
