Complete 3x3 Grow Tent Setup — LED Wattage, Fan, and Equipment List
A 3x3 tent is the best balance of space, yield, and power draw for home growers. Fits 4 photoperiods in a SCROG or up to 6 autoflowers, yields 14-20 oz per cycle.
Plants
4-6 plants
Yield / cycle
14-20 oz per harvest
LED wattage
240-320W
Fan CFM
300-400 CFM
Startup cost
$750-1100
Electric
$35-55/mo
✓ Best for
- ●4-plant photoperiod SCROG
- ●6-plant autoflower rotations
- ●Perpetual harvest setups (2 plants veg, 4 flower)
- ●Legal limits in 6-plant states
✗ Not a good fit if
- ●Single-plant growers (too much light)
- ●Very small spaces (needs 3.5x3.5 + access)
Everything You Need
Grow Tent
AC Infinity CLOUDLAB 844 (3x3)
3x3x6 ft, 2000D canvas, tool-free assembly
LED Grow Light
Spider Farmer SE5000 (480W)
2.7 μmol/J efficiency — covers 3x3 with headroom for 4x4 upgrade
Inline Exhaust Fan
AC Infinity CLOUDLINE T6 (6")
350 CFM, smart control — the 3x3 standard
Carbon Filter
AC Infinity 6" Carbon Filter
Pairs with T6 for full 3x3 odor control
Canopy Fan
AC Infinity CLOUDRAY S6
Canopy fan
Fabric Pots
VIVOSUN 5-Gallon Fabric Pots (5-pack)
5-gal photoperiod, 3-gal autoflower
Soil / Medium
FoxFarm Ocean Forest (2 cu ft)
~40 qt total
Nutrients
FoxFarm Liquid Trio Pack
Entire lifecycle nutrients
pH Meter
Apera pH20
Accurate digital meter
Timer / Power Strip
BN-LINK Smart Power Strip
Schedule automation
Build Notes
Run the light at 75-80% dim in veg, full power in flower
SCROG net at week 3 of veg dramatically boosts yield
6" exhaust pulls 300+ CFM — needs passive intake or bottom vent
Keep at least 6" clearance above the tent for fan/ducting
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