Hi. I think you need to read up a little on how LEDs are driven before plunging into buying your equipment. Be wary of 'simple circuits' especially those indicating just a battery/power source with a few LEDs.. what you're setting up here (string of 10 high power LEDs) CAN be simple if you do not try to change too much without understanding the consequences - ie putting 2 strings of LEDS in parallel without some load (current) balancing circuitry is just asking for trouble.
As Forummer 32103940 has pointed out, I think it's best you keep to using 1 driver for 1 string of LEDs. The major consideration is the CURRENT which determines the amount of light output and hence the related circuitry/components required.
FYI, I've used 21 XP-Gs driven at 700mA for a 3fter (45cm tall, with lights ~60cm from substrate) and the growth of all the plants have been phenomenal (except those on the sides where the light is lesser). I believe there are a lot more data available from scapers around to learn from their experiences so you can decide what to actually embark on.
Thanks for the advice! I have ordered the parts. Engaging my colleague's help to come up with the circuitry advice...
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