How dumb was this lighting decision

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I've been offered a mars hydro 192 used for $55 locally. I'm not about to just storm out and get it, so carrying out a bit of research. Any and all advice...

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Thank you both for the input. I'm going to check out these lights and look what I can afford.

Bluey the ballast steps to 250, then 300w (450,...

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I appreciate your reply, it's evident I haven't learned as much as I thought I had. The tent is 1.5x0.5x2.0m. I've been able to get 3 white widow auto...

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This is the ballast that has a dimmer on. It's a 600w hps bulb with reflector. I've got my 70/30 Coco mix and about to put into solos, then...

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An update. I saw a 600w HPS with dimmer and ballast for a great price, so I've picked it up.

I'm going to go see the local hydroponic store...

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Thank you.

Yes, I'm willing to send back.

I'm both disappointed and concerned that I've picked this one up and now have sprouted...

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I've only a small tent, so I think that's an error on the listing....

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Hi. I'm looking to find out if I've made a mistake with my led light buy. After reading which LEDs were used in some of the better lights, I figured I...