Yea, I was running dual 1200 watt double ended bulbs, and although they ran really nice and produced a great product, the noise level, fans, electric cost was substantial, (not to mention AC and refrigeration pump cost) since then I've gone to the BESTVA's which are full spetrum with ir/uv and they grow a really nice product, better than any LED's I've ever run, even the $2K black dog panel I once had. The new 700 watt light I've got (they call it a 4000W) is the most powerful, biggest footprint LED I've ever run, it's a true double ended HPS replacement, hands down.
If you mean the quantum series I just took a look. Its basically a knockoff chinese board with no name diodes and driver like mars. They even use the name quantum board that belongs to HLG.
And yeah the new tech puts out more light than the old blurple tech.
These are good lights, I've got 1 of the 4000's and 2 of the 3000's, (700 actual watts and 600 watts respectively)
Details:
Item Model: 4000W
Dimension: 30. 5x 14.6 x 5.7 inch
Replaces a 3000 watt HPS/MH
Product Weight: 19.8LB
Full spectrum for all stages of plant growth
Core Coverage Area: 6ft x 6.5ft at 24" Height
LEDs Angle: 120°
200pcs Dual-Chip 10W Bridgelux/Epileds LEDs
Avg. Power Draw: 690W
Input Voltage: AC85-265V
Working Temp: -68~104℉
Frequency: 50-60Hz
Plug Type: AU , EU , JP , UK , US-Type Available
Surface Material: Anti-oxidation aluminum
Warranty: 3 years
Certification: CE, RoHS
Best Spectrum Wavelength: Red(620nm;660nm); Blue(450nm;460nm); Orange(610nm); IR(730nm); White(6500K) ,UV(410nm).
Ideally suited for various stages of plant growth, and can be a good indoor garden soil or culture solution cultured plants.
Full Spectrum:
280nm ~ 315nm -- Influence on morphological and physiological processes is minimal
315nm ~ 420nm -- Chlorophyll absorbs less impact photoperiod effect, prevent stem elongation
420nm ~ 500nm (blue) -- Chlorophyll and carotenoids absorbed the largest proportion, the greatest impact on photosynthesis
500nm ~ 620nm -- Dye absorption rate is not high
620nm ~ 750nm (red) -- Chlorophyll absorption rate "high", has a significant influence on photosynthesis and photoperiod effect
750nm ~ 1000nm -- Absorption rate, stimulate cell elongation, impact of flowering and seed germination
>1000nm -- Converted into calorie
BESTVA LED Grow Lights for Indoor Plants
Light brand BESTVA Grow was established in Califorina, where we elaborate the lights and provide service support. We produce lights with quality parts, like diodes SAMSUNG lm301b or Meanwell driver, high quality aluminium coolers or control systems. LED Grow Lights Quantum Boards The output...bestvaled.com
Oh you have the old model. Im sure they work fine but i wouldnt trust a mass produced budget chinese light with the cheap diodes even on the new model.
I have watched 100’s of cheap led lamps be replaced or upgraded in the last few years on the forums while even my old hps ballasts that i replaced at 5 years old still work fine.
Well I've had the 3000's now for over a year, and no problems whatsoever, although I don't run them hot ever. That said, I was reluctant to buy such a big board, as there's more to go wrong, but BESTVA stands behind there product pretty well from what I hear, and their warranty service is excellent.
The only thing that makes these boards different is the reflector holes, everything else is the same. Infact, they don't make a 4000 in the new model, because I think they run hotter, this one's got far better par concentrations, than the other models.
700 W is a massive power draw for an LED, and I've measured it with my meter, so I know exactly what there putting out, both light, and power draws. They've also got dual switches, for veg and running flower, and that feature works well.
If you say so. As long as you like them and their results thats all that matters.
Yea, they probably aren't a good commercial solution, but there excellent for the home grow, I suppose. At under $400 per light, I'm pretty happy. (under $300 for the 3000's)
There far better than most of the chinese lights, and there even better than the spider grows, in a very big way. The UV puts them over the top.
i would use which ever has glass myself ,i cant tell if the one has glass ,one doesnt for sure,but i use the glass ,mine is a cool tube it is round and doesnt take up so much roomThanks guys. I have been looking at these 2 setups. Anyone used these? Any reason I should not get one of these.
Or can anyone recommend better for same price?
Thanks!
https://www.amazon.com/iPower-Digital-Dimmable-System-Reflector/dp/B005GYRZV2?ref_=ast_slp_dp