The current dimensions for the cab are 6'L x 4'H x 2'D. As the picture shows my plan is to use three 100w Diamond Series LEDs lined up end to end to span the 6' with a SCROG setup. At this point I'm ready to begin construction of the box I just need to finalize my plans. Would this be the ideal sized cab and grow method (aeroponics)? If not please suggest other dimensions with an explanation on why they would yield more. What diameter PVC pipe should I use for the aeroponic chambers? I've seen 6" used very successfully. Would that be big enough or should I go bigger? I'm perfectly willing to go HPA with a high/med pressure pump I just would really need some links and recommendations on pumps and misters.. Basically I need some recommendations to really push my harvests to the max.. right now based on previous grows I'm assuming ill be able to pull atleast 5 ounces every harvest. I'm building a second mirror cab as soon as funds permit. those LEDs aren't cheap lol. any recommendations on how to possibly get yield up to around the 10 ounce per box mark would be great! even if you think id need a bigger box just explain your reasoning! All help is greatly appreciated!!
Looks sick. Maybe add a few cfl's to the lower shaded areas as time goes on, but that will be sick. LEDs seem to be the way to go, yea the others are sick as well, but power and heat issues seem to outweigh the advantages in my mind. I'm not saying LEDs are better, but i will be getting one soon, and I won't hesitate. Also it sounds like ebb n flow combined with deep water Rubbermaid syles gets higher yields than either on their own. I have no proof, just have heard that. Good luck! Btw u will def get 5 oz + with that amount of light and space, maybe better getting 1 big light? I'm not sure.
I completely agree LED's in my opinions are the obvious choice because of the increased efficiency they provide and the reduced heat signature produced. Using LED's will obviously cost more upfront but, it will be much much easier installing them and creating a supplemental heating and ventilation system vs. several HPS bulbs. Also they look cool as fuck and I love technology and LED's in 2012 can directly compare in yield and quality to HPS bulbs.
Id go soil first if your gunna use the ds100 to get the hang of them they are different lights then cfl and hps