01 — Description
Présentation du produit
For intensive, space-conscious indoor gardening, it's hard to beat the HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+. This highly versatile grow tent can be used to grow cuttings or freshly rooted seedlings into juvenile plants, keeping a single mother plant in perfect condition or even flowering and fruiting up to ten small plants until full maturity. Ideally lit with a 250-watt metal halide or high-pressure sodium lamp, the HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+ is compatible with the full range of popular growing methods.
The HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+ is the perfect asset for growers looking to maximize their indoor growing space. This versatile tent offers a multitude of options for growing your plants, whether for cuttings, freshly rooted seedlings, juvenile plants, a mother plant, or even flowering and fruiting up to ten small plants at full maturity. Thanks to its clever design, this grow tent is compatible with a variety of popular growing methods.
Review from an expert grower : "The HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+ has radically transformed my indoor growing. With this tent, I have been able to optimize the use of space and obtain exceptional yields. Thanks to its ideal size, I "I was able to grow various plants simultaneously, and the results speak for themselves."
Main Features :
- Culture Space : 0.64 m2
- Assembled size : 80 x 80 x 180 cm
- High-Quality Materials : High-tech German design and engineering ensures durability.
- Optimal Ventilation : OmniFlow adjustable air vents, protected against insects thanks to MicroMesh technology, ensure efficient air circulation.
- Ease of Installation : Assembly and disassembly without tools, can be done in just a few minutes by one person.
- Exceptional Reflectivity : The super reflective PAR+ lining transforms the tent into a highly productive indoor growing environment, promoting faster growth and higher yields.
- Robust structure : Metal structure (16 mm) and high-precision plastic parts guarantee a long lifespan.
- Light Protection : When closed, the unit is fully sealed and virtually light-tight, thanks to fully blackout zippers, without the need for Velcro flaps.
- Port for Cables and Irrigation Tubes : A convenient port allows the passage of cables and irrigation tubes.
- Air Inlet : A 160 mm (6.3 inch) air inlet in the roof ensures constant air circulation.
- Removable Solid Base : The solid base, attached to the tent with an all-around zip, is water resistant.
- Load Capacity : The tent can support up to 50 kg of material.
The HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+ is the perfect solution for demanding growers looking to maximize their yields in limited indoor space. With its cutting-edge features and superior build quality, it provides a productive and controlled growing environment. Order yours today and optimize your indoor gardening like a pro!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
Q1: How many plants can I grow in the HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+? A1: You can grow up to ten small plants to full maturity in this versatile grow tent.
Q2: Which lamp is recommended to light the tent? A2: Ideally, a 250 watt metal halide or high pressure sodium lamp is recommended for best results.
Q3: Is it difficult to set up the tent? A3: No, setting up and taking down the tent is done without tools and only takes a few minutes, even for one person.
Q4: How can I ensure adequate ventilation in the tent? A4: The tent is equipped with OmniFlow adjustable air vents and a 160mm air inlet in the roof to ensure constant air circulation.
Q5: Is this tent lightproof? A5: Yes, once closed the unit is virtually light-tight thanks to fully blackout zippers.
Q6: Is the tent water resistant? A6: Yes, the tent is equipped with a solid water-resistant base, attached to the tent with a zip all around.
Optimize your indoor cultivation with the HOMEbox® Ambient Q80+ - the ultimate versatile grow tent! Order today and enjoy the benefits of this high-quality growing solution.
02 — Fiche technique
Caractéristiques détaillées
| Coverage area | 0,64 m2 |
| Size | 80 x 80 x 180 cm |
| Marque | HomeBox |
03 — Avis clients
Customer reviews
Comments All reviews
Au départ, le montage demande un peu d'attention, mais ensuite cette tente offre une régulation thermique vraiment efficace. Le matériau semble robuste, parfait pour une utilisation prolongée. Ce serait intéressant d'avoir plus d'options d'accessoires compatibles. La livraison a été soignée, tout est arrivé en bon état. Je suis satisfait, un bon achat.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Acheté il y
Acheté il y a quelques semaines, ça marche du tonnerre. Pas de problème, bien emballé. Vraiment content de mon choix.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Excellent rapport qualité-prix
Excellent rapport qualité-prix. Fonctionne comme prévu. Très content de mon achat.
Recommended to buy: Yes
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Franchement bluffé par la qualité. Livraison rapide. Vraiment pas déçu.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Efficace
C'est du bon.
Recommended to buy: No
04 — Questions sur ce produit
Product questions
Your questions about this product
- What is the exact dimension of the adjustable OmniFlow air vents that ensure effective air circulation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ grow tent?The adjustable OmniFlow air vents of the Homebox Ambient Q80+ grow tent have a diameter of 125 mm. It is specially designed with 2 vents of this type on the sides and additional openings for excellent airflow. This innovative system also protects your plants from insects with a 700 micron MicroMesh screen. You can browse all the details of this high-performance product in our catalog on the GrowLED.fr website. Take advantage of it to discover our other indoor growing equipment, we have selected for you the best items!
- For the Ambient Q80 with 250W HPS or MH, is a silent extractor mandatory or is a fan sufficient?For a Homebox Evolution Q80 grow tent (80x80x160 cm) equipped with a 250W HPS or MH lamp, a silent extractor is strongly recommended to effectively manage heat and ensure good ventilation. A simple fan will not be sufficient to remove the heat produced by such powerful lighting. The extractor ensures optimal air circulation, maintains stable temperature, and protects the health of your plants.
- LED guarantee real or just marketing on the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+? I need a tent whose reactivity and quality remain constant after more than 6 months of intensive use.The HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ is designed with robust materials and a stable metal frame, ensuring excellent durability even under intensive use. Its fabric is lightproof and water-resistant, providing a constant and optimal environment for your plants.
The integrated ventilation system and OmniFlow accessories promote effective air circulation, preserving crop health. User feedback generally highlights its quality and reliability over the long term.
Regarding the warranty, there is no specific information for the tent itself, but some associated lighting accessories come with a 2-year warranty. We recommend checking directly with the seller at the time of purchase for more details.
- What is the thermal behavior of the HOMEbox Ambient Q80 plus during an intense LED cultivation on a surface of 0.64 m2 and what specific adaptations do you recommend to optimize ventilation and avoid overheating?
The HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ features an innovative PAR+ coating that effectively reflects light while allowing heat to pass through, which limits the risk of overheating during intense LED cultivation over 0.64 m².
To optimize thermal management and ensure a stable climate, we recommend:
- the use of Airvents OmniFlow for directed and efficient air circulation, essential for temperature regulation,
- utilizing the multiple air openings (100, 125, and 160 mm) provided in the tent to ensure optimal air flow,
- regular cleaning of the insect filters to maintain ventilation quality,
- and finally, an appropriate adjustment of the height and LED power, ideally around 250W, to avoid excessive heat accumulation.
These adaptations ensure a high-performing, healthy, and thermally controlled cultivation environment in your HOMEbox Ambient Q80+.
- Does the size 80x80x180 allow for an effective SCROG installation with a fine mesh net while maintaining good ventilation under a 250W LED?
The Homebox Evolution Q80 growth chamber in 80x80x180 cm is perfectly suited for a SCROG installation with a fine mesh net. The ground area of 80x80 cm is suitable for an effective SCROG, and the height of 180 cm provides ample comfort to place the net at an ideal height (40-50 cm) and leave enough space for the vertical growth of the plants.
Regarding ventilation, the 250W LED emits little heat, and the multiple openings in the tent allow for easy installation of an extractor and an air inlet to effectively renew the air. You can also add an oscillating fan to optimize air circulation, even with the net and a dense canopy.
In summary, this size ensures a good balance between optimal SCROG growth management and ventilation under 250W LED lighting.
- What is the air filtration level offered by OmniFlow vents to limit odors without compromising the ventilation of the Homebox Ambient Q80+ tent?
The OmniFlow vents of the Homebox Ambient Q80+ are equipped with a MicroMesh bug-screened filter, which effectively protects against insects and particles while ensuring optimal ventilation.
However, these vents do not provide specific filtration to limit odors. For effective odor management without reducing air circulation, it is advisable to add a separate activated carbon filter, which actively controls odors while maintaining good ventilation in the tent.
Thus, the OmniFlow Airvents ensure excellent ventilation and protection against pests, but for effective odor control, a carbon filter is the ideal solution.
- What is the average electrical consumption with a 250W sodium lamp in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ for optimal yield on 0.64 m²?
The electrical consumption of a 250W sodium lamp in the Homebox Evolution Q80 (area of 0.64 m²) is around 265 watts, including about 15 additional watts for the ballast. For typical use of 18 hours a day, this represents a consumption of about 142 kWh per month just for the lamp and its ballast.
However, it should be noted that this consumption is in addition to that of fans, extractors, and other accessories used to ensure optimal growing conditions in the room.
- What is the recommended air flow for ventilation to maintain optimal temperature and humidity in this Homebox Ambient Q80+ tent?
For the Homebox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) tent, it is recommended to install ventilation capable of ensuring an air flow between 100 and 200 m³/h. This flow allows for maintaining an optimal temperature and humidity by effectively renewing the indoor air. For more robust performance, extractors offering up to 280 m³/h can be considered depending on the configuration and light intensity.
Make sure to choose an extractor and ventilation system suitable for the size and volume of your tent, as well as the power of your LED lighting to ensure a healthy and efficient environment.
- What is the optimal management of ventilation with the OmniFlow vents in this 80x80x180 tent to avoid hotspots under intense LED?
To best manage ventilation in the Homebox Evolution Q80 (80x80x180 cm) with the OmniFlow vents and to avoid hotspots under intense LED light, it is recommended to:
- Orient the OmniFlow vents to direct fresh air precisely between the plant canopy and the light source, in order to cool the critical area under the LED panel.
- Combine a suitable extractor fan with a well-sized air intake for constant air renewal.
- Install an internal oscillating fan to homogenize temperature and avoid heat pockets even under dense foliage or a SCROG net.
- Take advantage of the PAR+ coating of the tent that effectively reflects light while dissipating heat, thus limiting thermal accumulation under the LED panel.
These adjustments ensure stable air circulation and uniform temperature, which are essential under a powerful horticultural LED to preserve the health and harmonious growth of the plants.
- What is the recommended air flow rate to ensure optimal ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ with its OmniFlow vents and a 160 mm air inlet in the roof?
For optimal ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ equipped with OmniFlow ventilation openings and a 160 mm air inlet, an air flow rate of around 280 m³/h is generally recommended, especially with LED lighting. This flow rate allows for good air exchange, essential for managing temperature and humidity.
However, it is still important to adjust this flow according to the density and stage of your plants as well as the specific internal conditions of your grow room, to ensure a stable environment without excessive energy loss.
To complement this installation, a suitable air extractor for this flow rate will be an excellent choice.
- For use with a 250W dimmable LED lamp, is the integrated omniFlow ventilation sufficient to prevent heating issues in 80x80x180?The integrated OmniFlow ventilation of the Homebox Ambient Q80+ provides a uniform airflow that helps stabilize temperature and humidity. However, for a 250W dimmable LED lamp, it may not be sufficient on its own to dissipate all the generated heat.
We strongly recommend adding an adjustable exhaust fan as well as an internal fan to ensure good air circulation and avoid the risk of overheating in this 80x80x180 cm volume.
This combination will guarantee you an optimal environment for the growth of your plants, maintaining a stable temperature and healthy air.
- What is the best strategy for managing ventilation and air circulation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ to promote optimal growth without overheating the tent?
To optimize ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) and prevent overheating, you should take advantage of the adjustable OmniFlow vents. Position the side air inlets to bring in fresh air, and place an exhaust fan at the top, on the 160 mm outlet, to expel the warm air that accumulates at the top.
The interior coating PAR+ reflects light while limiting heat, making it ideal for horticultural LEDs. Complement this setup with an oscillating fan inside to ensure uniform circulation and avoid stagnant air zones.
Practical tip: regularly monitor the temperature and adjust the extractor speed or the position of the fans to maintain a stable climate. This strategy ensures a healthy environment for vigorous growth without thermal stress.
- Is the beginner kit really scalable with this Ambient Q80Plus tent? Is it easy to switch to a more powerful grow LED later? How long does it take to see real results with 250W HPS in this volume?
The Homebox Evolution Q80 is an excellent choice for a truly scalable beginner kit. Its size 80x80xh160 cm provides a suitable space to start with a 250W HPS lamp while allowing for an easy transition to more powerful horticultural LEDs later on, thanks to its sturdy structure and good reflectivity.
With a 250W HPS, you can see the first visible results within a few weeks depending on your plants, and a complete growing cycle will typically take between 8 and 12 weeks. Don't hesitate to monitor thermal management to optimize growth, especially if you plan to switch to a more powerful LED that generates less heat.
This tent will therefore accompany you perfectly in your progression toward a more technical and efficient cultivation.
- How do you manage the automation of ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ to ensure optimal airflow without excessive energy consumption?
To effectively automate ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ while limiting energy consumption, it is essential to combine a variable-speed extractor with a connected controller (thermostat/hygrostat). This system automatically adjusts the fan speeds according to the temperature and humidity measured inside, thus avoiding unnecessary over-ventilation.
Fully utilize the numerous air inlets and outlets of the box for optimal airflow, and add a small oscillating internal fan to evenly distribute the air around your plants. Finally, programming the ventilation cycles according to the lighting phases will save energy while maintaining a stable and favorable climate.
- What is the best way to organize ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ to ensure optimal air circulation while limiting temperature and humidity variations?To ensure optimal air circulation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ while limiting temperature and humidity variations, you should fully utilize its designed openings. Place an extractor fan on the 160 mm roof outlet to expel the hot air that naturally rises. Fresh air should be introduced through the lower side intakes of 125 mm and 100 mm, thus creating an effective upward airflow.
The two adjustable OmniFlow-Airvents on the sides allow for precise air passage adjustment, avoiding stagnant zones while protecting against insects with their micro-mesh. An internal fan can be added to improve circulation without stressing the plants.
By regularly monitoring temperature and humidity and adjusting the ventilation with a variable-speed extractor, you will perfectly stabilize the indoor climate to promote healthy and uniform growth.
- Is the 80x80 cm growing area compatible with a silent extractor to avoid noise indoors?
The Homebox Evolution Q80 growing tent with its dimensions of 80x80x160 cm is perfectly compatible with a silent extractor. Like the Homebox Ambient Q80+, which has a slightly greater height, the openings in the tent allow for easy installation of an extraction system to renew the air while minimizing noise indoors.
These models are designed to accommodate efficient and quiet ventilation, ideal for a comfortable indoor growing experience. However, it is advisable to verify that the dimensions and locations of the openings match the diameter of your extractor.
- Average power consumption with 250W bulb in Ambient Q80plus real yield per m2?
With a 250W HPS or MH bulb in the Homebox Ambient Q80 grow room (80x80xh160 cm), the average power consumption is around 250 watts per hour. This room, thanks to its highly reflective PAR+ coating, optimizes light distribution to maximize yield over the growing area (~0.64 m²).
However, the actual light yield per square meter will depend on several parameters, including the specific efficiency of the lamp, the height of the bulb suspension, and the growing conditions. The high-quality Homebox interior coating helps increase the light intensity received by the plants, but there is no universal precise value without on-site measurements.
To further improve your yield, you may consider horticultural LED solutions suitable for this area, which often consume less energy while providing an optimized spectrum for growth.
- What are the compatible protocols or equipment to integrate a complete remote temperature and humidity monitoring system in the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ tent in order to automate watering and ventilation based on the collected data?
The Homebox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) perfectly supports the integration of a complete remote temperature and humidity monitoring system, to automate ventilation and watering.
For this, you need to associate a variable speed extractor controlled by a connected thermostat/hygrostat, capable of adjusting ventilation based on the climate data measured. In addition, connected sensors (WiFi, Zigbee or other IoT protocol) for remote monitoring via applications are necessary, allowing to also control an automatic watering system based on soil moisture sensors.
The Homebox Ambient Q80+ offers optimized management of air inlets and outlets to ensure homogeneous circulation, essential for the accuracy of measurements and the responsiveness of automatic devices. Connecting this equipment to a horticultural home automation controller will allow you to centralize all these functions and possibly synchronize the automation with the lighting cycles of your cultivation.
This setup ensures reliable and efficient regulation of the environment, for an optimal climate and perfectly adapted watering for the needs of the plants.
- What strategy do you recommend for managing ventilation and lighting when cultivating multiple varieties simultaneously in the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) to optimize growth and yield without compromising space?
To cultivate multiple varieties simultaneously in the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm), the key lies in fine management of ventilation and lighting to ensure a homogeneous climate and optimal light for all plants.
Ventilation: use the adjustable OmniFlow vents for a supply of fresh air, place a powerful extractor fan at the top to expel hot air, and add an internal oscillating fan to evenly diffuse air and avoid hot or stagnant spots. Regularly monitor the temperature to adjust the fan speeds according to the specific needs of each variety.
Lighting: take advantage of the PAR+ coating to maximize light reflection without overheating. Use a medium light source, such as an appropriate horticultural LED lamp, to balance intensity and heat. The height adjustment of the lamps as well as possible organization on multiple levels allow adapting the light to each variety and its growth stage.
Space optimization: the height of 180 cm allows for vertical arrangement with shelves or modular supports, promoting separation of varieties while maintaining good air circulation and ideal light distribution.
This approach ensures a stable climate and effective brightness for each plant, fully leveraging the specifics of the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+.
- What is the effectiveness of the 160 mm air intake to ensure optimal air renewal in a room of 80x80x180 cm under a 250W HPS lamp?
The 160 mm air intake integrated into the Ambiant Q80+ chamber is perfectly designed to accommodate an extractor capable of ensuring optimal air renewal for a volume of 1.152 m³ (80x80x180 cm) under a 250W HPS lamp.
For good thermal balance and adequate CO2 supply, it is recommended to have an extraction flow between 300 and 500 m³/h, which allows for air renewal approximately 15 to 25 times per hour. Thus, a 160 mm duct coupled with a high-performance extractor will meet this requirement perfectly. This guarantees a stable climate, avoiding overheating and promoting healthy plant growth.
- For ventilation in a space of 80x80x180, what capacity of a silent extractor do you recommend to maintain an optimal temperature without excessive noise?
For your grow room HomeBox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm), an air extractor of about 280 m³/h is ideal to ensure effective air exchange and maintain an optimal temperature.
Opt for a silent model or one with speed regulation to adjust the flow rate as needed, which reduces noise while ensuring good ventilation. Complement this system with an internal fan to homogenize temperature and prevent hot spots.
The tent also features OmniFlow openings and a 160 mm air inlet, which facilitate efficient airflow.
- Does the completely lightproof zipper really last over time without letting light through after several months of intensive use?
The completely lightproof zipper of the Homebox Evolution Q80 (80x80xh160 cm) is designed to ensure perfect darkness once closed. Its mechanism and the robust materials used ensure long-lasting light-tightness, even after several months of intensive use.
Under normal usage and with proper maintenance, this zipper does not let light through, which is essential for optimal indoor cultivation. Additionally, if needed, all parts are interchangeable, which helps prolong the lifespan of your grow room.
- What is the optimal management of ventilation with Omni Flow vents and the 160mm intake to maintain an ideal VPD under LED or 250W sodium lamp in the Homebox Ambient Q80 Plus?
To optimize ventilation in your Homebox Evolution Q80 (80x80xh160 cm) with OmniFlow vents and 160mm air intake, it is important to maintain an airflow of around 280 m³/h. This flow ensures efficient renewal, limiting hot spots and stabilizing temperature and humidity, essential for an ideal VPD under LED or 250W sodium lamp.
The OmniFlow vents diffuse air uniformly, but are not always sufficient on their own to prevent heat accumulation. Therefore, it is recommended to add an adjustable airflow extractor, as well as an internal fan to ensure consistent and homogeneous circulation around the plants.
Finally, adjust ventilation according to the density and growth stage of the plants, always monitoring temperature and humidity regularly to maintain a VPD between 0.8 and 1.2 kPa, thus ensuring an optimal and efficient environment.
- How to effectively manage ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ to avoid humidity and temperature issues without compromising plant growth?To effectively manage ventilation in the Homebox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) and avoid humidity and temperature issues, it is essential to use the integrated OmniFlow ventilation which ensures homogeneous air circulation, thus limiting hot spots and stagnant humidity.
It is recommended to install an extractor fan with a flow rate of about 280 m³/h, perfectly suited for a 250W LED lighting. This flow rate ensures a constant renewal of air, thereby controlling the heat and humidity generated.
For a stable environment, adjust the ventilation according to the density and stage of your plants, to avoid any stress related to excess air or insufficient renewal. Associating this extractor with an automatic control system (thermostat/hygrostat) will allow precise adjustment of the fan speed according to internal conditions, thus optimizing energy consumption.
Don't forget to fully utilize all the air inlets and outlets of the tent, especially the 160 mm intake, and position an internal oscillating fan to promote homogeneous air circulation around the plants, without stressing them.
Finally, synchronizing the ventilation with the lighting cycles (day/night) helps maintain ideal temperature and humidity throughout the growing cycle.
This combination of solutions ensures a perfectly controlled climate, promoting healthy and vigorous growth in your Homebox Ambient Q80+.
- Is the beginner kit really scalable with the Ambiant Q80+ available? Is the tool-free setup really fast? How long before seeing the first real shoots with a 250w HPS?
HomeBox Ambiant Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) is an excellent choice to start and develop your cultivation. This tent offers a sufficient area for multiple plants and easily adapts to a 250W HPS light or more powerful LEDs, making it a truly scalable kit.
The setup is designed to be tool-free and very fast, in just a few minutes, thanks to an ingenious structure and practical zippers.
With a 250W HPS light, the first real shoots usually appear between 7 and 14 days, depending on the quality of your seeds or cuttings and the conditions in the tent. Good ventilation and the interior reflection optimize this development.
- What optimal ventilation strategy do you recommend to avoid hot spots in the HOMEbox Ambient Q80+ measuring 80x80x180 cm when equipped with a powerful LED lamp, considering the OmniFlow vents and the 160 mm air intake in the roof?
To avoid hot spots in your Homebox Ambient Q80+ (80x80x180 cm) equipped with a powerful LED, the key lies in well-controlled ventilation. We recommend a fan with approximately 280 m³/h, ideal for effective air renewal and heat evacuation.
The OmniFlow vents should be fully utilized: they ensure an even circulation, limiting areas of stagnant hot air. The 160 mm air intake in the roof should be constantly used in synergy with the fan to provide a sufficient and well-directed flow of fresh air.
Finally, one or more internal fans are essential to circulate the air and equalize the temperature, preventing the formation of hot pockets around the LED lamp. Adjusting the fan speed allows you to adapt the system to the specific needs of your crop according to plant density and ambient conditions.
This combination ensures a stable and uniform atmosphere, essential for healthy growth under powerful LED lighting.
