Ok cool, I used hps before but switched to LEDs. I was wondering if this particular omega one was good, I'm going to veg with the LEDs and run hps for flower with the LEDs had great results before. I think I'll grab it if it only lasts 3 grows that's good enough. I've got a air-cooled hood the reflector is ok but need to cool that heat.Hell yeah, its good. I've used the same set up. Batwing reflector,bulb, and ballast. As simple as it gets.