Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 - Secret Jardin cultivation box

Your questions about this product

• Is it possible to enhance odor reduction in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 without compromising the airflow essential for healthy cultivation?
  It is entirely possible to enhance odor reduction in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 without harming the airflow. The key is to use a powerful carbon filter suited to the volume of the room, which effectively eliminates odors while maintaining optimal air flow. Pairing this with a properly sized air extractor and a good air intake ensures healthy air for your plants. To optimize, also consider installing a speed controller on the extractor and ensuring good internal ventilation with appropriate fans to avoid stagnant areas.
• What is the main difference between version 1 and version 2 of the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm in terms of light reflection optimization and frame durability?

  The main difference between version 1 and version 2 of the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm lies in the optimization of light reflection and the durability of the frame.

  Version 2 uses a 70D Mylar coating with a very effective light reflection rate of approximately 95%, significantly improving light diffusion inside. This represents an efficiency gain compared to version 1, whose reflection rate is less documented and likely lower.

  In terms of the frame, version 2 is equipped with a robust aluminum structure that is lightweight and designed for quick and ergonomic assembly. It supports loads of up to 30 kg, with enhanced stability — a major advantage for installations with significant lighting. Version 1 offers adequate sturdiness, but without these ergonomic and load-bearing improvements clearly highlighted.

  In summary, version 2 offers a better thought-out interior and a more resilient and easy-to-assemble frame, thus optimizing the overall performance of the grow tent.

• Possible integration with voice assistant to control ventilation and lighting in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 V2 tent by Secret Jardin?
  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm V2 tent by Secret Jardin does not offer native integration with a voice assistant to control ventilation and lighting. However, it is entirely possible to add external devices compatible with voice assistants, such as smart plugs or controllers, to automate these functions. This requires a bit of DIY and the use of additional equipment, but it offers great flexibility to manage your setup according to your needs.
• How can I optimize ventilation to reduce noise and odors without compromising air circulation in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200cm V2?

  To optimize ventilation in your Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm V2 grow room while reducing noise and odors, start by fully utilizing the mesh vents and windows for natural and effective air circulation. Then, strategically position the configurable socks to balance air intake and exhaust.

  To limit odors without restricting ventilation, pair an active carbon filter with an extractor suitable for your space size. For noise, install the extractor at the bottom and consider using a silencer/diffuser to dampen the sound generated by the airflow.

  By maintaining this balance between intake and exhaust, you will achieve efficient, discreet ventilation ideal for your indoor crops.

• Does the aluminum frame support a constant weight of 10kg without deforming over time? Do the seams and zipper hold up over time without leaks or wear?
  The aluminum frame of the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 is designed to support a weight of up to 30 kg, with each pole capable of carrying 15 kg. Thus, a constant weight of 10 kg should not be a problem nor lead to deformation over time.

  Regarding the seams and zipper, they are sturdy and designed for durable use. The closures are stable, which minimizes the risk of leaks or premature wear, even though no precise data on exact longevity is available.

  This tent remains a safe bet for regular use while ensuring robustness and quality over time.

• What is the actual usable height under the crossbar to optimize a SCROG or LST light in this 120x120x200 Secret Jardin version 2 tent?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 tent from Secret Jardin offers a total interior height of 200 cm. Taking into account the thickness of the crossbar, the actual usable height under this bar is between 190 and 195 cm.

  To optimize a SCROG or LST technique with LED, it is recommended to install the SCROG net 40-60 cm above the ground. This leaves about 140-150 cm of vertical height available for plant growth under the lighting while maintaining a safe distance of at least 30-40 cm between the canopy and the LED source to avoid thermal or light stress.

  This setup allows for excellent space utilization while maximizing the health and development of your crops under LED lights.

• What accessories do you recommend to optimize ventilation in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 V2 tent to maintain an ideal VPD under powerful LEDs?

  To optimize the ventilation of the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 V2 under powerful LED lighting and maintain an ideal VPD, here are the essential accessories:

  • Extractor fan with active carbon filter: it ensures efficient air renewal while eliminating odors, essential for regulating temperature and humidity.
  • Ø230 mm air ducts: compatible with the tent openings, they guarantee a high and constant airflow.
  • Ventilation mounting sets: essential for securely holding fans and ducts in place and optimizing the system's efficiency.
  • Configurable air socks: provided with the tent, they allow for modulation of the air intake and exhaust for a perfect balance of flows.

  These combined elements ensure a stable climate, promoting optimal transpiration and efficient nutrient absorption, conditions essential for making the most of the powerful LED lighting.

• Really evolutionary starter kit to begin and move to a more professional system? Easy installation of filters with extraction socks? Does Mylar 70D really guarantee better growth in practice?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 grow tent is an excellent choice to start with while providing scalable equipment that allows for transitioning to a more professional system thanks to its robustness and appropriately sized design.

  The extraction socks provided greatly simplify the installation of carbon filters and extractors while ensuring good air circulation. The designed openings are made for a simple and modular setup, even for a beginner.

  Finally, the interior coating made of Mylar 70D is recognized for its high light reflection capacity, optimizing lighting and promoting faster and more uniform plant growth.

• What real influence does the 95 percent reflection of Mylar 70D have on the yield under intensive LED lighting in a Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 tent?

  The Mylar 70D with around 95% reflection in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm tent plays a key role in maximizing yield under intensive LED lighting. This high reflectivity allows for better even light distribution inside, reducing shadow areas and increasing light intensity at the plant level.

  In practice, this translates to an increase in PPFD, essential for photosynthesis, promoting more efficient growth and optimized yield without excessive energy consumption. Additionally, the Mylar 70D ensures significant durability, maintaining this performance over time.

  Thus, the reflective quality of Mylar 70D is a major asset to fully leverage your intensive LEDs in this tent.

• How to optimize ventilation in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200cm V2 for differentiated management of growth and flowering?

  To optimize ventilation in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm V2 according to growth and flowering, fully utilize the mesh air intake and integrated windows for good natural circulation. Install configurable ventilation socks to precisely adjust the incoming and outgoing air flows according to the cultivation phase.

  During growth, increase the extraction power and the intake of fresh air to strengthen the stems and avoid stagnant moisture. In flowering, slightly reduce the flow rate to stabilize humidity and limit plant stress.

  Always pair a suitable extractor with a carbon filter to eliminate odors while maintaining effective airflow. For acoustic comfort, consider positioning the extractor at the bottom and using a silencer.

• What is the maximum capacity for installing equipment at height without compromising stability and ease of access inside the Hydro Shoot tent 120x120x200cm V2?

  The Hydro Shoot tent 120x120x200 cm V2 offers a total interior height of 200 cm, with a usable height of approximately 190 to 195 cm under the crossbar for hanging your equipment. It is ideal to position internal structures, such as a SCROG net, between 40 and 60 cm from the floor, preserving about 140 to 150 cm of height for plant growth while maintaining a safe distance from LED lights.

  In terms of load, each pole can support up to 15 kg, totaling approximately 30 kg for the entire tent. To ensure stability and ease of access, it is important not to exceed this maximum load at the supporting bars and to use suitable fastening straps to hang your lighting or ventilation systems.

  In summary, you can install your suspended equipment up to 190-195 cm in height, with a recommended maximum load of 15 kg per pole, while maintaining optimal space for your plants and comfortable access inside.

• Does the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 Version 2 have good waterproofing, and can I easily install a hydroponic system inside without the risk of leakage?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 tent is perfectly suited for a hydroponic setup. Its Mylar 210D fabric is waterproof, and it is equipped with a removable watertight water basin that collects excess water, thereby limiting any risk of leakage outside. The sturdy structure with a thick 19 mm frame offers excellent stability, ideal for supporting hydroponic equipment.

  Thanks to its zippers and careful seams, the tent ensures good overall waterproofing, allowing for the maintenance of a controlled environment without seepage. However, it remains important to carefully install your hydroponic system (fittings, pumps, basins) and to ensure its maintenance to avoid any incidents.

  In summary, this tent is an excellent choice for indoor hydroponic cultivation, combining waterproofing and robustness.

• Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 v2 compatible with easy addition of extra LED outputs to boost growth?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 from Secret Jardin is perfectly suited for adding extra LED outputs to boost growth. Its sturdy aluminum frame supports up to 30 kg (15 kg per pole), allowing the installation of multiple lights safely, provided this weight limit is respected.

  The inner fabric made of Mylar 70D, highly reflective (~95%), optimizes light diffusion. Additionally, the tent is equipped with numerous openings, including one of 75 mm, facilitating the passage of cables for additional lighting.

  This stable and modular structure thus offers you great freedom to configure your LED lighting and effectively stimulate the growth of your plants.

• What is the best ventilation setup to limit noise and odors without compromising air circulation in this Hydro Shoot 120x120x200cm V2 tent?

  For the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 tent, the optimal ventilation combines performance and discretion:

  • Fully utilize the mesh openings for natural air circulation.
  • Position the "sock" sleeves to effectively balance air intake and exhaust, reducing noisy turbulence.
  • Use an activated carbon filter coupled with an extractor suitable for the tent size, to neutralize odors without excessive noise.
  • Install the extractor downwards and add a silencer or diffuser on the air outlet to reduce noise pollution.

  This configuration ensures sufficient ventilation while controlling noise and odors, providing a healthy and discreet environment for your cultivation.

• What advice can you give to manage the differentiation of light and ventilation during the growth and flowering phases with the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200cm V2 tent?
  To effectively manage the light in your Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm V2 tent, prioritize a bluer spectrum (MH or growth LED lamps) during the growth phase with an adjusted height to avoid plant stress. In flowering, choose a redder spectrum (HPS or flowering LED) to stimulate flower production. The high-reflective Mylar 70D coating (95%) ensures optimal diffusion at any stage.

  Regarding ventilation, growth requires moderate ventilation for gentle air renewal, while flowering needs more intense ventilation to control humidity and prevent mold risks. Install an extractor fan suitable for the tent size (120x120) with a charcoal filter to eliminate odors while maintaining good airflow through passive intakes equipped with reflective socks.

  The sturdy aluminum frame allows for precise positioning of lights and fans according to each phase. Finally, regularly monitor temperature and humidity, especially during flowering, to adjust your ventilation and ensure a healthy and productive grow.

• What accessories can I attach to the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200cm Version 2 frame to optimize ventilation without exceeding the maximum load of 10 kg?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 has a robust aluminum frame capable of supporting up to 30 kg in total, with 15 kg per pole. To optimize ventilation without exceeding 10 kg, it is recommended to attach lightweight accessories such as the integrated reflective ventsocks, which ensure excellent airflow management while blocking light.

  You can also add DF16 duct flanges to create additional openings and install a lightweight extractor or fan compatible with grow tents. It is important to distribute the load to avoid any deformation and ensure the durability of the structure.

  In summary, combining reflective ventsocks, duct flanges, and a lightweight extractor or fan effectively optimizes the ventilation in your Hydro Shoot while respecting the safe weight limit.

• Is the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 V2 tent sufficiently airtight to avoid odors, especially in hydroponic cultivation?
  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 is designed with a waterproof 210D Mylar fabric and sturdy zippers along with careful stitching, providing good sealing to limit odor infiltration. It is perfectly suitable for hydroponic cultivation, provided that the system is properly installed and regularly maintained to prevent any leaks. This tent ensures a controlled environment, ideal for managing odors in your growing space.
• Is it possible to integrate temperature and humidity sensors compatible with voice assistants for remote monitoring in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm V2 Secret Jardin tent?

  The Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 – Secret Jardin tent is designed to accommodate custom accessories, including temperature and humidity sensors. It features specific openings that facilitate the installation of such equipment.

  However, it does not offer native integration with voice assistants. It is entirely possible to add compatible external connected sensors for Google Assistant, Alexa, or Apple HomeKit, provided that suitable models for a horticultural environment are chosen and that they ensure the necessary connectivity.

  In summary, the tent offers great flexibility for integrating a remote monitoring system via third-party sensors, but compatibility with a voice assistant will depend on the chosen hardware independently of the tent itself.

• What is the best ventilation configuration to adopt with the extraction and intake socks to maximize humidity control and heat dissipation in this 120x120x200 tent?

  For the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2, the best ventilation configuration combines extraction socks positioned at the top to effectively expel warm and humid air, with intake socks at the bottom to introduce fresh and clean air. Installing a suitable light extractor fan for the volume of the tent ensures constant circulation without excess noise or harmful vibrations.

  It is also advisable to use reflective ventsocks at the intake points to maximize light while aiding ventilation. Combining this setup with temperature and humidity sensors will allow you to accurately regulate ventilation according to the needs of the crop. Be sure to properly seal all openings to prevent air leaks and maintain controlled negative pressure.

  This combination will ensure excellent heat dissipation and optimal humidity control, essential for your indoor LED cultivation.

• Is the ventilation configured with extraction and intake socks sufficient to limit heat without imposing an additional oscillating fan in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 V2 room?
  The ventilation configured with extraction socks (at the top) and intake socks (at the bottom), combined with a lightweight extractor fan, is entirely sufficient to limit heat in the Hydro Shoot 120x120x200 cm Version 2 room. This system ensures effective and quiet air circulation, ideal for maintaining a good temperature without requiring an additional oscillating fan.

  However, if you wish to optimize the uniform air distribution inside, an oscillating fan can be a plus, but it is not essential in the standard configuration.