What is the best ballast?

What is the best ballast?

The Best Digital Ballasts

• Phantom PHB2010 II 1000 Watt Digital Ballast.
• Vivosun Horticulture 600 Watt Digital Ballast.
• Galaxy 902680 Ballast.
• Yescom 600 Watt Digital Dimmable Ballast.
• SolisTek 600 Watt Digital Ballast.
• Tophort 400 Watts Digital Ballast.
• Yield Lab 400 Watt Digital Ballast.

Can you use a 1000w HPS bulb with a 600W ballast?

The ballast will be able to light the bulb. A 600-watt and a 1000-watt bulb has the same starting voltage requirement. I personally would not use a 600-watt ballast on a 1000-watt bulb. An electronic ballast will only provide approximately 600-watts to the bulb.

Can I use MH bulb in HPS ballast?

Yes, you’re allowed to change your mind—at least when it comes to MH and HPS lighting. Although the two fixtures use what are normally incompatible ballasts, conversion bulbs will let you switch lighting types. Some conversion bulbs allow MH light to work with HPS ballasts, and others let HPS work with MH ballasts.

How long do digital ballasts last?

For optimum efficiency, you should replace your magnetic ballast every 2-3 years. Digital ballasts last much longer, and have a consistent output over their life. They only need replacing if they stop working, which can be 10+ years.

How much power does a 600 watt digital ballast use?

For example a typical “600W ballast” in reality consumes around 660W, the 60W is lost in heat. However there are units available on the market that do indeed achieve a significant increase in lumen output but they do this by consuming more power.

How long does a 600w ballast last?

For optimum efficiency, you should replace your magnetic ballast every 2-3 years.

How long does a 600W ballast last?

What is better for flowering HPS or MH?

Ironically, most HID grow light enthusiasts recommend using both MH and HPS grow lights. MH grow lights (metal halide) are suited best for vegetative growth and HPS grow lights are superior for flowering.