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Forum: Growing Under Lights 02-22-2014, 07:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,644
Posted By BioWheel
Wonderful just to look at the pics. Can't...

Wonderful just to look at the pics. Can't imagine having that setup. It would be EPIC!! Awesome job!!
Forum: Members' Displays 12-09-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,282
Posted By BioWheel
Think it needs a background on the tank so you...

Think it needs a background on the tank so you can't see cords/wall behind display. Then one can concentrate more on plants.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 07-03-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,394
Posted By BioWheel
Thanks Discus

Thanks Discus
Forum: Growing Under Lights 07-02-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,394
Posted By BioWheel
Are you using 2 or 3 lamp fixtures?

Are you using 2 or 3 lamp fixtures?
Forum: Growing Under Lights 11-04-2012, 07:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,276
Posted By BioWheel
Please be careful. Looks like you have wire nuts...

Please be careful. Looks like you have wire nuts as a connection. You should permanent solder them and wrap with heat shrink. Light output is top-notch though.

:bowing
Forum: Growing Under Lights 08-24-2012, 12:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,205
Posted By BioWheel
Topstar T5 HO Fluorescent Lamps - Plantlighting...

Topstar T5 HO Fluorescent Lamps - Plantlighting Hydroponics & Grow Lights (http://www.plantlightinghydroponics.com/t5-topstar-ho-fluorescent-lamps-c-73_624.html)

4 CFL T5's for about $16
Forum: Growing Under Lights 08-24-2012, 07:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,279
Posted By BioWheel
Yes - I have some yellowing and some black...

Yes - I have some yellowing and some black spotting. Searching the web like you recommended makes it look like I'm definitely getting too much light. But I thought a light meter made things an...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 08-23-2012, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,279
Posted By BioWheel
Need a Comparison

I'm lucky to have purchased a used Orchidarium on eBay. But - I'm having some trouble growing my Catts. The unit has 6, 55w biaxial CFL's and can put out a lot of light. My question/concern is...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 02-26-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,951
Posted By BioWheel
Yes - I purchased the Orchidarium on eBay. This...

Yes - I purchased the Orchidarium on eBay. This is my first winter season with it.

I bought the tent (see on Amazon) to keep temps and humidity up in my unheated shed. I had planned on trying...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 02-26-2012, 08:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,951
Posted By BioWheel
Posting a pic of my indoor greenhouse as well. ...

Posting a pic of my indoor greenhouse as well. There are a lot of advantages to growing inside and it's been fun over this winter.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 02-10-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,436
Posted By BioWheel
I've never used one for plants but do use them at...

I've never used one for plants but do use them at my job for something other then growing. And I can tell you that the technology is for-real. And, you do get a lot of light throughput per watt. I...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 01-23-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,986
Posted By BioWheel
I'm not saying you don't have enough light. I'm...

I'm not saying you don't have enough light. I'm saying you would have more efficient lighting with reflectors. That way - you could move the plants further away, cover a wider area with the same...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 01-23-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,986
Posted By BioWheel
You really need reflectors on those CFLs. A lot...

You really need reflectors on those CFLs. A lot of light is wasted without them. I have a light meter and you'd be surprised. Even if you could make something with tinfoil or a white board would...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 01-15-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 35,677
Posted By BioWheel
I've had great success with my LED light. I...

I've had great success with my LED light. I don't know about the science behind it but it's only 90watts and seems to do what my 400w cfl can do. And that's grow plants. I'm looking to get more...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 01-08-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,721
Posted By BioWheel
I've got an Orchidarium Grand Cayman. It's about...

I've got an Orchidarium Grand Cayman. It's about 3 feet tall. I use 3 - dual biaxial CFL's. Thats 55w x 6. I've been able to spike phals on the bottom and Catts on an upper level a couple inches...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 12-11-2011, 12:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,760
Posted By BioWheel
I change mine every two seasons.

I change mine every two seasons.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 09-22-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,983
Posted By BioWheel
Looks nice but I would say there seems to be a...

Looks nice but I would say there seems to be a lot more light intensity in the middle than on the sides of the grow box. I think things may work if you rotate the plants.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 09-21-2011, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,503
Posted By BioWheel
I have a 3, bi-axial CFL unit. Each fixture has...

I have a 3, bi-axial CFL unit. Each fixture has two 55w bulbs.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 09-21-2011, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,503
Posted By BioWheel
I have a Grand Cayman Orchidarium - it's pretty...

I have a Grand Cayman Orchidarium - it's pretty big.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 09-21-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,503
Posted By BioWheel
Good Luck LOL

Good Luck

LOL
Forum: Growing Under Lights 09-21-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,503
Posted By BioWheel
I just purchased and received a new LED light for...

I just purchased and received a new LED light for my orchids. It's new technology for me and I'm just going to give it a go. I don't think my light meter really can be used to tell how far away or...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 07-29-2011, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,651
Posted By BioWheel
Flowerhouse PlantHouse 5' Greenhouse | CSN Stores...

Flowerhouse PlantHouse 5' Greenhouse | CSN Stores (http://www.csnstores.com/Flowerhouse-PlantHouse-5-Greenhouse-FHPH150-XJ1028.html)


Try this instead of hobby hut. Then you can see orchids.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 06-29-2011, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,651
Posted By BioWheel
You could also buy something at orchidarium.com...

You could also buy something at orchidarium.com (http://www.orchidarium.com) but you'd need $$$.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 06-29-2011, 09:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,651
Posted By BioWheel
The problem with a Sunhut type growing...

The problem with a Sunhut type growing environment is that it's black and you can't see inside it to enjoy your flowers. It's for growing Pot. You should shop around for an old fish tank on Craig's...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 10-05-2010, 12:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,570
Posted By BioWheel
I'm using an 8 lamp - 4 ft long T5 system for my...

I'm using an 8 lamp - 4 ft long T5 system for my orchids. Getting 2200 lumens at about 18 inches for my phals and 4k lumens at about 6 inches from light for Cattleya. Flowers and works nicely. ...
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