I am getting all my supplies together to start my first grow tent and I am agonizing over lighting. I have decided I want to do 600w mh/hps air cooled reflector. But I am stuck on what brand to get. So many contradicting reviews. I have the ipower air cooled reflector ballast kit in my amazon cart but it also has a lot of differing reviews. Any advice on best brands for the ballast and air cooled reflectors would be greatly appreciated!!
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Whereabouts in the world are you. It will help folks guide you and let you know what’s available in your region 
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Oh I didnt even think about that lol I am in the US
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No worries, I’m in the uk, @dbrn32 is really knowledgeable on the lighting front so should be able to help.
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@KalleAnka. I’ve got 2 Nanolux 600’s running for ballasts.
So far no issues after a few grows on them.
( Bought them used but like new ).
https://www.amazon.ca/Nanolux-NN640027338-OG-600W-Dimmable-Digital/dp/B00OUS4Y0A
Also have 2 8 in vented xxxl dominator sun system hoods.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sun-System-Grow-Lights-Air-Cooled/dp/B00CJIACT0
Love them for the light foot print. 4 ft by 5 ft.
Just a caution as they are heavy. 40 lbs so you’ll need something to solidly mount them safely.
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I’ve never used the ipower, but I think @latewood has.
The larger hood like Oldguy posted is great for getting a little more balanced intensity .
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Anyone have thoughts on this kit?
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Oh! I didn’t realize! It’s just as well, I changed my mind and went with LEDs lol less heat
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LEDs are the way forward. I love my HLG’s 
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