I want to run some quantum boards 288 with co2. I’m not sure how many to run. I’m doing two 4x8 beds and I’m not sure the 480 watt 4 board setup is enough power with co2. I was thinking two 320 watt three board fixtures per 4x4 would be better with more power and coverage. Would this be overkill?
Too much money upfront for me. I would like to get by with 4 but willing to do 6 if needed. Spydr, progrowtech ev700, and greengeenes garden pacific light customs 4x4 build all are around 650-700 watts. So I think I’ll do the 6 and get close to those brands. I was just wondering if anyone was having success with the 4 board setup around 500 watts in c02.
8 of them is ridiculous...each qb 288 is capable of a 2.5x2.5 for flowering. You need 4 of them ideally as two of them cover a 2.5 by 4 foot space. Do what most people do...start off with 2 or even 1. Then keep building them as you can afford them.
For co2 enrichment to be most effective, an even ppfd of ~1050 is recommended. Check HLG's ppfd mapping for their 550. You'll see why four boards just isn't enough.
