Stelthy's 600W Hps Project! (New-Cab)

stelthy

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seriously now marte when i say this that is gunna be a serious producer mate serious...excellent work as always stelthy mate
Cheer's mate, as I say exciting times !! Last time 'PH' was my greatest enemy... So this time around I will be extra careful with each and every water/nuit change I know its too early to say but care to have a guess of my 'Harvest weight' both wet & dry ?? baring in mind she will be flowered under a 'full spectrum' and 730W :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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I just found some interesting info on the various proppeties of Cannabis.. and thought it would be helpful if I added it to my thread :) :-



Cannabis


Cannabinoids (THC, CBD, CBN...)


The Active Ingredients Of Cannabis


Cannabinoids are a group of chemicals that can be divided into three different types: natural herbal cannabinoids, natural endogenous cannabinoids, and synthetic cannabinoids.


Natural herbal cannabinoids are chemicals that occur, in large concentrations, in cannabis plants. They are responsible for the intoxicating effect of cannabis products like marijuana, hashish, and hashish oil.


Natural endogenous cannabinoids are produced in the bodies of humans and some animals. Their main function is to bind to cannabinoid receptors in the body of the organism they were produced in.


Synthetic cannabinoids are chemicals that bind to cannabinoid receptors in the human body. They do not occur in nature, and must be synthesized by humans.
There are some synthetic cannabinoids like jwh-018 that (when ingested by humans) produce effects similar to, although not the same as, natural cannabis products.
Below is some information about natural herbal cannabinoids found in cannabis products like marijuana, hashish, and hashish oil. Natural endogenous cannabinoids and synthetic cannabinoids are not covered in any depth in this article.

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) gets a person high, a larger proportion of THC will produce a stronger high. Without THC you don't get high.

THC is responsible for most of the cerebral (mental) effects of cannabis. Besides potentially inducing feelings of euphoria and happiness, THC can cause people to feel anxious, nervous, or paranoid.


CBD (Cannabidiol) increases some of the effects of THC and decreases other effects of THC. Larger amounts of CBD tend to relax both mind and body, and decrease feelings like anxiety, nervousness, and paranoia.

Cannabis that has a high level of THC and low level of CBD will produce a very strong cerebral high. The body may feel more physically energetic when compared to ingesting cannabis with larger levels of CBD.


Cannabis that has a high level of both THC and CBD will produce a strong cerebral high. The body will feel somewhat relaxed and heavy. At lower dose sizes, physical activity is possible (with effort).


As the dose size increases, the body will feel more relaxed and heavy. This makes physical activity require more effort. Fresh Hashish is an example of a cannabis product with high levels of both THC and CBD.


Cannabis that has low levels of THC and high levels of CBD will produce more of a stoned feeling. The mind feels relaxed and dull, the body feels relaxed and heavy, most people do not like to engage in physical activity.


CBC (Cannabichromene) is not psychoactive in pure form, and is not known to interact with THC to affect the high.


CBL (Cannabicyclol) is a degradative product like CBN. Light converts CBC to CBL.


CBN (Cannabinol) is produced as THC ages. High levels of CBN tend to make a person feel messed up rather than high. CBN levels can be kept to a minimum by storing cannabis products in a dark, cool, airtight environment.



THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin) is found primarily in strains of African and Asian cannabis. THCV increases the speed and intensity of THC effects, but also causes the high to end sooner !!


"If you are a grower, you can experiment with different strains of marijuana to produce the various qualities you seek. When a crop is harvested will also affect the proportion of cannabinoids in the finished product. A medical marijuana patient looking for something with sleep inducing properties might want to produce a crop that has high levels of CBD".


Another person looking for a more energetic high will want to produce a crop with high levels of THC and low levels of CBD. In general, Cannabis sativa has lower levels of CBD and higher levels of THC. Cannabis indica has larger amounts of CBD and lower amounts of THC than sativa


Cannabis is unique in many ways. Of all plants, it is the only genus known to produce chemical substances known as herbal cannabinoids. These cannabinoids are the psychoactive ingredients of marijuana; they are what get you high, buzzed, or stoned.


In 1974, there were 37 naturally occurring herbal cannabinoids that had been discovered. By 2011, there had been over 80 naturally occurring herbal cannabinoids identified as being produced by the cannabis plant.



There are 3 types of cannabinoids:

--- Herbal: occur naturally only in the cannabis plant

--- Endogenous: occur naturally in humans and other animals

--- Synthetic:
cannabinoids produced in a lab

Most of the cannabinoids appear in very small amounts (less than .01 percent of total cannabinoids) and are "not considered psychoactive", or else not important to the high!!

Many cannabinoids are simply homologues or analogues (similar structure or function) to the few major cannabinoids which are listed below.

Tetrahydrocannabinol - THC



Delta 9-trans-tetrahydrocannabinol - Delta-9 THC is the main psychotomimetic (mindbending) ingredient of marijuana. Estimates state that 70 to 100 percent of the marijuana high results from the delta-9 THC present. It occurs in almost all cannabis in concentrations that vary from traces to about 95 percent of all the cannabinoids in the sample.

In very potent strains, carefully prepared marijuana can be 10 percent or more delta-9 THC by dry weight (seeds and stems removed from flower buds). Buds are the popular name given to masses of female flowers that form distinct clusters.



Delta 8-trans-tetrahydrocannabinol - delta-8 THC is reported in low concentration, less than one percent of the delta-9 THC present. Its activity is slightly less than that of delta-9 THC. It may be an artefact of the extraction/analysis process. Almost everyone who uses the term THC, refers to delta-9 THC and delta-8 THC combined, as THC.



Cannabidiol - CBD


Cannabidiol - CBD : also occurs in almost all strains. Concentration range from none, to about 95 percent of the total cannabinoids present.
THC and CBD are the two most abundant naturally occurring cannabinoids. CBD is not psychotomimetic in the pure form, although it does have sedative, analgesic, and antibiotic properties.


In order for CBD to affect the high, THC must be present in quantities ordinarily psychoactive. CBD can contribute to the high by interacting with THC to potentiate (enhance) or antagonize (interfere or lessen) certain qualities of the high.

CBD appears to potentiate the depressant effects of THC and antagonize is excitatory effects. CBD also delays the onset of the high but can make it last considerably longer.

When only small amounts of THC are present with high proportions of CBD, the high is more of a buzz, the mind feels dull and the body de-energized.



Cannabichromene - CBC


Cannabichromene - CBC is another major cannabinoid, although it is found in smaller concentrations than CBD and THC. Relative to THC and CBD, its concentration in the plants is low, probably not exceeding 20 percent of total cannabinoids. CBC is believed not to be psychotomimetic in humans.



Cannabicyclol - CBL


Cannabicyclol (CBL) is a degradative product like CBN, light converts CBC to CBL. There are no reports on its activity in humans, and it is found in small amounts, if at all, in fresh plant material.



Cannabinol - CBN


Cannabinol - CBN is not produced by the plant per se. It is the degradation (oxidative) product of THC. Fresh samples of marijuana contain very little CBN but curing, poor storage, or processing such as when making hashish, can cause much of the THC to be oxidized to CBN. Pure forms of CBN have at most 10 percent of the psychoactivity of THC.

Like CBD, it is suspected of potentiating certain aspects of the high, although so far these effects appear to be slight. CBN seems to potentiate THC's disorienting qualities. One may feel more dizzy or drugged or generally messed up but not necessarily higher.

In fact, with a high proportion of CBN, the high may start well but feels as if it never quite reaches its peak, and when coming down one feels tired or sleepy. High CBN in homegrown grass is not desirable since it represents a loss of 90 percent of the psychoactivity of its precursor THC.


Tetrahydrocannabivarin - THCV


Tetrahydrocannabivarin - THCV or THV is the propyl homologue of THC. In the aromatic ring the usual five-carbon pentyl is replaced by a short three-carbon propyl chain. The propyl cannabinoids have so far been found in some strains originating from Southeast and Central Asia and parts of Africa.


In one study, THCV made up to 48.23 percent (Afghanistan strain) and 53.69 percent (South Africa) of the cannabinoids found. We've seen no reports on its activity in humans. From animal studies it appears to be much faster in onset and quicker to dissipate than THC.


It may be the constituent of one or two toke grass, but its activity appears to be somewhat less than that of THC. Some people use the term THC to refer collectively to delta-9 THC, delta-8 THC, and THCV.


Cannabinoids And The High


The marijuana high is a complex experience. It involves a wide range of psychical, physical, and emotional responses. The high is a subjective experience based in the individual and one's personality, mood, disposition, and experience with the drug.

Given the person, the intensity of the high depends primarily on the amount of THC present in the Cannabis. Delta-9 THC is the main ingredient of marijuana and must be present in sufficient quantities for a good marijuana high.

People who smoke grass that has very little cannabinoids other than delta-9 THC usually report that the high is very intense. Most people that don't smoke daily will feel something from a joint having delta-9 THC of 3 percent concentration to material.


Cannabis products having a THC concentration of 5-10 percent would be considered good, 10-15 percent would be considered very good, and over 15 percent would be excellent quality by daily users standards. In general, we use potency to mean the sum effects of the cannabinoids and the overall high induced.


Cannabis is sometimes rated more potent than the content of delta-9 THC alone would suggest. It also elicits qualitatively different highs. The reasons for this have not been sorted out. Few clinical studies with known combinations of several cannabinoids have been undertaken with human subjects.


So far, different highs and possibly higher potency seem to be due to the interaction of delta-9 THC and other cannabinoids (THCV,CBD,CBN, and possibly CBC). Except for THCV, in the pure form, these other cannabinoids do not have much psychoactivity.


Another possibility for higher potency is that homologues of delta-9 THC with longer side chains at C-3 (and higher activity) might be found in certain marijuana strains.

Compounds with longer side chains have been made in laboratories and their activity is sometimes much higher, with estimates over 500 times that of natural delta-9 THC.

The possibility that there are non-cannabinoids that are psychoactive or interacting with the cannabinoids has not been investigated in detail. Non-cannabinoids with biological activity have been isolated from the plants, but only in very small quantities.


None are known to be psychotomimetic. However, they may contribute to the overall experience in non-mental ways, such as the stimulation of the appetite.


Different blends of cannabinoids account for the different qualities of intoxication produced by different strains of cannabis. The intensity of the high depends primarily on the amount of delta-9 THC present and on the method of ingestion.


A complex drug such as Cannabis affects the mind and body in many ways. Sorting out what accounts for what response can become quite complex.


- mel frank



I gained this info from :- http://www.a1b2c3.com/drugs/mj028.htm and figured it'd help me when either choosing a strain, and or deciding on the ratio of cloudy/amber trichs upon Harvest!

I hope peep's find this interesting as well as helpful.. I for one will be referring to this info on the regular :)


Now back to my grow !! :) :) :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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Hi all :) .. I have spoken with a reliable source and have decided rather than LST-ing I will try my hand at 'Super-cropping' a few of the taller stems, I'll post pics on Monday's Update :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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VMS-004D - 400x USB Microscope


The latest USB Microscope from Veho. Now with more powerful 400x magnification, 2 Mega Pixel Cmos lens (interpolated) and alloy flexi-stand and measurement software.

This handy USB desktop microscope - 400x, 2 Mega Pixels magnification - has a multitude of home and office uses: science education, laboratory research, computer parts examination, printing inspection, presentation tool, medical analysis, reading aid and collectables magnification to name a few. Online chat can also be achieved with the microscope's built in webcam and record features. 20x or 400x digital USB microscope with snapshot and video capture software

Main Features:

- Adjustable LEDs for object illumination
- 2 MP Cmos (interpolated)
- Measurement function using enclosed software
- Snapshot and video recording function
- Alloy stand and stand alone capture button
- Tacton rubber touch housing
- With a base zoom level of 20x, the VMS-004 can be further zoomed in manually to a factor of 400x
- Fine slider adjustment for brightness, hue, saturation and sharpness, plus a black and white display mode
- VMS-004 USB Microscope is supplied with Windows and Mac drivers. For software for side-loading CD drives just visit the download centre
- The 2 megapixel CMOS lens can be adjusted to point in any direction using the movable arm
- Simply install the drivers, plug the microscope into your computer via the USB and you''re ready to go


Contents:

- Microscope
- User Guide
- Software CD with measurement funtionality

£69.95


I am strongly thinking this is the USB Microscope I am going to buy to view the Trichs etc... What do ya'll think ?? - STELTHY :leaf:
 

bump1987

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GET IT! That is so dope! I may have to get me one to play with haha. I don't even grow bud and I want one to play with.

How do you manage your nutrient changes when the plant is so large?
 

stelthy

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GET IT! That is so dope! I may have to get me one to play with haha. I don't even grow bud and I want one to play with.

How do you manage your nutrient changes when the plant is so large?
:) :) :) ... I just bought one off E-Bay.. and got it for £40.00 with free postage :) !!! Sorted! On the topic of water change.. My Royal-Haze drinks 3.5L approx per 48hrs.. so I have a spare 10L container that I mix up the new nuits in.. then I transfer the nuits via a small Bilge Pump (syphon pump) I acquired from a boat shop and pump the nuits across by hand...takes about 10 mins to do but I am used to it now and its not really an effort at all :) However it does work out I need to do the water/nuit change every 3 days..but the plus side to it is the E.C stays constant and thus equals nice healthy plant/s with next to none PH probs.. If I had a little more room I'd have a larger water storage tank/water butt and transfer the nuits by hose...But I make do since my cab takes up a majority of available space in my room :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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rep given on above posts...
Cheers K.M I'll be sure to check out some of your threads later this evening after my Pizza, Magners and Friends viewing :) and return the +REP! where its due :) Hope ya've had a good day.. Be sure to check my thread again tommoz evening as its my MONDAY UPDATE tommoz :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

bump1987

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Had I been McGyver myself and thought things through, a 5 gallon bucket (for me) holding 4 gallons of nutrients and an aquarium pump can manage the same process. Thanks for the tip. I'll put it to good use next go round.
 

stelthy

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.........................................................UPDATE-MONDAY #1..............................................................






I've decided to do a morning and afternoon photo shoot of my girl that way I can get pics of her with both the lights on and off.. She has had approx 8 stems 'Super-cropped' and is growing very fast! I will prob need to do another water/nuit change by this evening as she only has 3.5L remaining.. but that should be enough to see her through her night period :)

It was fuck'in warm last night and growroom temps reached a staggering 35oC/95 degrees Fahrenheit !!! :( :( :( I am thinking we may have to ware ear plugs tonight and run the AC through our night time, if outdoor temps continue to stay high/rise.. :( .. Still a mans gotta do what a mans gotta do! :) However the plant looks healthy and has grown a great deal overnight! I hope she dont grow to high to soon though!

I counted "44 tops" today :) :) :) so I'am aware its gonna get a bit crowded in there..But I am sure I'll be able to work through that :)

I will run a Parcel Track/Trace today as my Dual-Spec Digi-Lux bulb still hasnt arrived :( Although it is coming from the U.S and has to clear Customs etc ...

I have also bought the 400X USB Microscope so hopefully that'll come sometime this week..


Its going to be a whole 7 days before I do my next "MONDAY-UPDATE" and can only imagine what new growth will occur in that time :) !!! Hope ya'll like the update and pics.. I will add some more pics a bit later today (with lights off).. - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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Maaaaaan. I'm so jealous of how clean that shit is. haha. Sub'd! How did I miss this one :wink:
It will be even cleaner by this afternoon as I need to clean the Grow-Shelf a little, but thank-you all the same :) Glad you like my pride and joy :) :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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Ok ... sorry guys no more pics today, 9 pints of Stella and some.comedy central tv and I am hitting the sack... I am well tired and will up-date again in a week... it'd been a long day - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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Stelthy, what is the blue tube in the back of the cab?
Hi dude, its not Blue .. its Green :) ... and its my night light :) ... its not ultra ultra Green but its still a shade of green and when I left it on by accident ..it had no bad side effects :) ... so I am happy with it! The only other Blue tube in there is the 18W. UV-B at the front.. hope that answers your question :) - STELTHY :leaf:
 

stelthy

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mornin stelthy thats a special setup hope all is well bro..
Morning dude, Cheers mate :) .. I am about to check in on my lady...and do her water change.. temps were lower last night so hopefully 'all is well' .. I'll report back shortly - STELTHY :leaf:
 
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