Figuring out correct wattage

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I have a 4x4x6 grow tent and want to increase my yield after my first grow. I had two 600w Elaine LED lights but the actual wattage was 130 for each lights(260 for both). I want to upgrade my lighting but at a reasonable cost. I was looking at the Philzon Cree Cob series. Should I use 1 philzon 2000w light, or 2 1000w light. Actual wattage on 2000w is 400w, and 2 1000w would total 500w. I’m also looking to scrog with this grow. Thanks in advance for the help.

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In an LED grow you want around 40 to 50 watts per sq ft. And that’s true watts

Edit…in a 4x4 tent you want around 600 watts for optimal conditions

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Really want to increase your yield? Buy better lights than that. Neither of your options will sufficiently light a 4x4 for max yield potential. Look into a couple HLG 260 XL.

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If money is an issue and you are not in a hot climate look at MH/HPS: a couple of 400’s would do the job just fine.

I’m an LED grower but the good ones are not cheap.

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Money is a little bit of an issue. I’d rather keep it around $400. I’m open to all light suggestions for a 4x4 grow tent. Just want one that does it all(works for veg and bloom cycles).

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you’ve got me sold on the hlg 260w. But what is the difference between the QB and the XL? Thanks in advance.

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QB just stands for Quantum Board. They are all QB lights. XL stands for Extra Long. It’s the size you want for a 4x4 tent. You will need 2 of them.

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You can get a 600 watt HID light with a digital dimmable ballast and an air-cooled reflector for $230 at growershouse. They also have a 10% off sale going on right now.

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Thanks for all the input guys. I ended up going with 2 HLG 260XL’s. I’ll keep you updated!

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Wise choice…I run two of these in my 4x4 jungle tent. :+1:

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Now you got great lights! No excuse now for not pulling a couple pounds at harvest.

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You’ll really really be happy with those beaming stars hanging…great choice…