Can i use 5500k or 5100k instead of 6500k?

Discussion in 'First Time Marijuana Growers' started by jesus9112, Dec 20, 2009.

  1. #1 jesus9112, Dec 20, 2009
    Im on ebay looking at light bulbs and i cant find that many 6500k and if i do there low wattage. Im seeing a lot of 5500k and 5100k can i use that instead?
     
  2. #2 dsq1989, Dec 20, 2009
    yes those spectrums are actually better suited for veg. thats what most mh bulbs are.
     
  3. #3 Zombo, Dec 20, 2009
    Yep. those will work just fine.
     
  4. #4 mad4reef, Dec 20, 2009
    I am sure that most of you have seen this chart...

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    5500K is ideal for light absorption.

    Good luck.
     

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