By: Tara Tracy
First things first- what is a grow tent fan? Exactly what it sounds like! A fan that controls the temperature and ventilation of your grow tent.
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Marijuana plants need a constant flow of CO2 in order to grow happily and healthily. Without a fan, the air in your tent won’t move as easily and in turn your plants won’t breathe as easily.
Adding a fan system helps your plants absorb the nutrients they need to grow big and strong. Grow tent fans also help you to avoid some simple problems like mold, pests and illness.
Another perk of having ventilation for your space is that the slight breeze will help your leaves and branches find strength from being moved around.
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They are absolutely necessary when cultivating cannabis plants that will last. Below you will find some options that will work for all different sized grow rooms!
Now how do you pick the right fan for your specific tent or room? You are going to want to think about the size of the room, where you will place it and the amount of noise you can handle in your space.
According to happy pot farmer, the size of your fan will depend on the size of your grow room. Large tents may require large oscillating fans or a bigger quantity of fans while a very small room may only require a clip fan on a pole.
You will have to take this into consideration when choosing the perfect one (or ones) for you.
You’re going to want to have fans above and below your marijuana plants. The fans above will keep your leaves moving in the breeze, helping to strengthen them while the fans below will keep moisture from accumulating.
Now on to the most important stuff- what are the best fans to buy online for your space?
Six grow tent fans you can buy online:
AC Infinity Cloudline
If you need quiet (I’m talking the quietest) fans, the AC Infinity Cloudline series is going to give you the least amount of noise while still being incredibly effective.
It is an all-in-one product that gives you temperature control, ventilation and air flow as well as a dehumidifier, limiting moisture.
Vivosun Inline Duct Fan
This fan is a less expensive option for grow tent ventilation and air flow. It is also a low noise level, easy to install option for someone starting out.
iPower Inline Duct Fan
This one is made of aluminum and has multiple settings for maximum control over your grow room. It has a flame-resistant coating and is a bit less expensive than the Infinity.
Genesis 6 in. Clip Fan
Have a really little grow room and only need a small amount of air flow? This fan is perfect for clipping up above your plants and keeping on one setting. No need to splurge on expensive fans if your space will barely fit one.
Air King Clip Fan
You can use this one by itself for a small grow tent or buy multiple for use in something a bit bigger! It can also be used in combination with some of the inline fans listed above in order to maximize air flow and minimize any issues.
Vivosun 6 in. Clip on Oscillating Fan
A clip fan that will give you a bit more power for a bigger grow room. This one is a few bucks extra, but worth it if you need the extra circulation and quiet design.
Want to learn more about how to grow cannabis? We have plenty of information on lighting, ventilation, tent options and more!
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Tara Tracy is a writer who focuses on cannabis growing, lifestyle, and culture.