Lighting strategy for cannabis growing Gavita versus LED

Not only do we look at the mix of color spectrum the sun produces, we also need to understand the exact amount of light intensity the sun rains down on plants in each wavelength of color.
Lighting strategy for cannabis growing Gavita versus LED

Providing the appropriate color spectrum is just one dimension of successful marijuana growing. In fact color spectrum has less to do with yield than most lighting manufacturers care to admit.

There is a second consideration that is even more important than the spectral mix of colors a lamp produces. Maximizing cannabis harvest yields requires the correct level of light intensity be supplied as well. But total intensity measurements such as PAR can be misleading. We'll discuss why and also a solution. Measuring the individual wavelengths of light which when added all together equals total PAR.

With photo spectrometers becoming less expensive and more portable it's now possible to measure any grow lamp right at the grow. One such tool is Asensetek's Lighting Passport and their free mobile App Spectrum Genius Agricultural Lighting or SGAL. We like the Passport because it not only gives us total PAR, but it also breaks down the individual spectrum into 1 nanometer wavelengths and we can see the amount of PPF being created at any distance from the lamp for that single wavelength. Imagine being able to compare lamp to lamp, HPS to LED. Florescent to LED. Or better yet, the Sun to any lamp made today. We can now reverse engineer spectrum and light intensity to any lamp or directly to the sun. 

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If we can agree that our sun is the benchmark for the right mix of spectrum for photosynthesis, then we need to also look at exactly how much light measured in total intensity the sun provides as it passes through the sky.

The best starting point is to look at the sun’s light intensity at noon on a summer day in an area like California where cannabis flourishes outdoors. Not only do we look at the mix of color spectrum the sun produces, we also need to understand the exact amount of light intensity the sun rains down on plants in each wavelength of color. PPF (photosynthetic photon flux) is the measurement of the amount of micromoles that land on a target area - for example the top canopy of cannabis plants. And PPFD simply adds a distance measurement to PPF. 

At noon on a sunny day in California in June we measured the PPFD from the sun at 1978 micromoles (Figure A). Closer to the equator that number is higher and further north it drops lower. And of course at night it is zero. 

PPFD Spectrum

Figure A; Sun light spectrum and intensity per wavelength in micromoles in California in June at noon

The chart above shows PPFD (photosynthetic photon flux density in micromoles - the amount of photosynthetic light that actually hits your target area) scaled on the left. Wavelengths are scaled at the bottom. We can see for example that in the 600NM orange/red wavelength that the sun is peaking at about 7 micromoles. Regardless of the type of lighting, HPS versus CMH versus Fluorescent versus LED, it’s important to use the sun as the ultimate baseline of comparison.

The black line represents the McCree Action Curve, photosynthetic light level where all plant life benefits optimally. Light within the curve is ideal. Beyond the curve is unused by plants. The McCree Curve is an important target when choosing an artificial lamp for growing marijuana.

Cannabis plants can’t tolerate 2000 micromoles of energy for a 12 hour growing day. So we look at the average amount of sunlight which plants receive during the entire day. 

Average outdoor PPFD for a 12 hour day ranges widely however a June average in California is about 1000 micromoles.

We know from hundreds of cannabis grow tests with a wide variety of artificial lighting types that yields will improve when the canopy is continually provided with between 800-1200 micromoles. Our testing has shown that 1000 micromoles is an ideal target for average top canopy lighting. Some flowers will stretch into higher light levels while others will be below the average canopy and receive less. Providing 1000 micromoles also ensures flowers deeper in the plant canopy benefit from the intensity as well which results in increased dry weights and premium “A type” flower yields.

Looking back at Figure A we can use a rule of thumb that the average daily intensity we target on canopy for any specific color wavelength will be about half of what the chart shows for actual California maximum light intensity. So for example in that same 600NM orange/red peak we discussed above of 7 micromoles, we know that we need to find an artificial light source that provides at least 3.5 micromoles for the entire flower cycle for that wavelength. Any light source which does not achieve the target average will result in sacrificing plant yields. 

We also know that traditional HID (high intensity discharge) lamps are considered the gold standard in indoor gardening. Gavita double ended high pressure sodium lamps have been one of the most popular lamps for years for flowering. And Gavita ceramic metal halide lamps, which include more blue, are popular for the vegetative phase of growing. Likewise T5HO fluorescent lamps are popular for the clone phase and early veg phases.

As much as we want to try to replicate the balanced spectrum and average intensity of sunlight, FGI decided that we better also focus on understand why traditional lighting works and be sure to include this spectrum and intensity in our lamps as well.

We’ve visited hundreds of indoor grows using Gavita style lamps. Most growers tend to have the lamps hung between three and five feet above the top of the maturing canopy. Less than three feet begins to risk burning the plants from the heat the lamps produce. And further away than five feet the plants begin to look spindly and less healthy. Measurements of Gavita HPS spectrum and intensity look like Figure B below.

PPFD Spectrum

Figure B; Gavita 1000 w pro HPS spectrum and intensity at 36” from canopy

As compared to the sun peaking at 7 micromoles of orange/red energy – and our rule of thumb goal of providing 3.5 micromoles of average over 12 hours-- we can see that the Gavita does pretty well and is peaking above the target average at 5 micromoles. Gavita lamps work well in cannabis growing so it reasons to follow that any other lamp being considered to grow cannabis needs to be in this range. Anything below this range won’t grow the highest yielding plants.

As a comparison, the Gavita ceramic metal halide lamps which work well during the veg cycle clearly don’t provide the orange/red energy that their HPS lamps produce. Figure C below shows the Gavita CMH spectrum and intensity also at 48 inches above canopy. Total orange/red 600nm peak light production is 2 micromoles which explains why high yields cannot be obtained because the lamp produces 30% less light than the target of 3.5 micromoles of natural sunlight.  

PPFD Spectrum

Figure C; 660 watt Gavita ceramic metal halide lamp at 48” above canopy

We do know that the Gavita CMH lamps have proven to work well during the veg phase of cannabis growing and most growers keep their CMH lamps high above the canopy. Using the data we gathered in Figure C we know that veg plants desire blue light in the 440nm wavelength range. The CMH chart shows peak blue energy at about 1 micromole on average for a 20 hour veg operation. Looking back to the sun in Figure A we can see that a little over 5 micromoles of peak energy is produced and using the rule of half, our target is 2.5 micromoles. It could be said that the Gavita, at 48”, is not hitting the blue light target. And this is where hanging height on lamps becomes a tradeoff of benefits versus harm. In this example the CMH lamp should be closer to the plants.

If we lower the Gavita CMH lamp to increase the level of 440NM blue, then we’ll also increase the level of 600nm orange/red which we know from experience produces early stretching of the plants. Depending on style, many growers prefer more compact and lush veg plants prior to moving them in to flower and pruning to encourage formation of flower nodes and branching which maximizes production as the plants mature. Too much red will trigger the wrong type of growth.

Fluorescent lamps which are popular during cloning and earlier veg phases of growing is worth taking a look at too. Figure D below is a typical T5HO 8 tube lamp at 20” over young veg plants.

PPFD Spectrum

Figure D; T5HO 8L fluorescent lamp at 20” over canopy

Figure D helps to explain why Gavita CMH lamps and fluorescent lamps both work well for veg phase growing. They both produce peak energy in blue and orange/red. Peak 440nm blue is almost 1 micromole and peak 600nm orange/red is about 1.5 micromole. For very young plants our rule of thumb for light intensity should be 25% of the suns peak energy. Fluorescent lamps achieve that average however due to the spikey looking spectrum the plants are not receiving the broad range of spectrum the sun produces. This is another good reason not to look at total PAR because a fluorescent lamp might seem to be producing good total amounts of photosynthetic light but we can see that it’s not a consistent amount of light across the spectrum.

So now we have a pretty good target to aim for. We understand targeted light intensity from studying the sun. And we know that Gavita lamps work well in flower and veg. And that fluorescent lamps work well in clone and veg.

Any lamp you consider moving forward should provide targeted average intensity from the sun and all the benefits of the Gavita and T5s. Any lamp which lacks our target spectrum or intensity is likely not to work very well in the various stages of cannabis growing.

Evolution of LED grow lighting

LED grow lighting is an evolving area of study. Many growers are suspicious about the benefits of LED, having tried products that didn’t work in the past or heard from the community they don’t work. And for good reason. We’ve taken hundreds of measurements from dozens of LED lamps across the entire industry. We’ve had growers show us plants that don’t stack up well as compared to plants under Gavita or T5s.

Figure E below is good example of why not all LED lamps work as well as the sun or Gavita. The Illumitex Powerharvest LED spectrum and intensity is different than what we’ve decided our target is. And we can also see why the grow results are very different than Gavita.

PPFD Spectrum

Figure E, Illumitex Powerharvest LED as 36” above canopy

As compared to flowering under Gavita HPS the Powerharvest will only supply peak 600NM orange/red energy of less than 1 micromole versus our sun target of 3.5 or Gavita actual production of 5 micromoles. There is a major difference in 660NM red energy. Looking back at Figure A and what the sun produces with a peak of 8 micromoles of 660NM red, the Powerharvest is producing over 4 micromoles. That is within our “rule of thumb” target of 50% of the sun’s noontime output. But it’s 400% higher than what the Gavita produces of the same red energy. Experience has shown that very high levels of red energy cause the plants to stretch faster which can cause the plants inter-nodal flower spacing to be too far apart and become spindly. Light bleaching of the top flowers can also become a problem.

But some growers do just fine with the Powerharvest, too, which tells us that cannabis can be grown under a variety of light conditions as long as the appropriate intensity is provided too.  However at FGI we prefer to target the spectrum and intensity of the sun and Gavita because so many growers swear by the results.

We now have a good understanding of how to target any lamp you are considering not just in terms of light spectrum but more importantly in terms of the amount of energy we are supplying to the canopy in micromoles at any wavelength we feel is most important.

Targeting light intensity on canopy

The grow lamp industry, both traditional and LED does a poor job of supplying complete information about lamp intensity.

Most manufacturers supply only total PAR, which is the sum total of all the energy between 400-700NM. Total PAR does not include the individual spectral components of the light, thus is not a useful number and should be avoided in decision making.

The total PAR output of the sun peaks at 2000 micromoles at noon. The total PAR output of the Gavita Pro HPS hung at 36” is 470 micromoles. Total PAR output for the Illumitex Powerharvest, above, was 620 micromoles. However the makeup of those total amounts of PAR was very different and the plants development and harvest yields achieved under these light sources were also different.

At FGI we have a vast library of spectrum and light intensity data. As we designed our own line of lamps made here in Washington we used this data to target both the color spectrum we knew worked by grouping the highest yielding grow lamps together and separating out the average or below average lamps.

At a minimum, we wanted to incorporate the light spectrum and intensity of Gavita HPS for flower and CMH for veg. But we also chose to incorporate additional broad light spectrum which we knew from measuring the sun and outdoor grows is the proper target.

And most important, we designed our lamps to achieve very specific light intensity (PPFD) levels in each wavelength that makes up the total PAR output of our lamps.

Designing a lamp to hit targeted intensity while also reducing energy use is a tricky balance.

If the light is fixed at a certain height and light levels are too high or too low we have just two options. Either the voltage must be increased or decreased to hit the target intensity through dimming.

The second option is to physically move the light source closer or further from the plant canopy. When designing spectrum and intensity for cannabis with an eye to energy conservation, LEDs have a clear advantage. And to take full advantage of all that valuable photosynthetic light the lamp is producing it makes most sense to hang the lamp closer to the canopy to avoid the loss of light which occurs as the distance from the plants increases. This is where additional strategies like automated light lifting becomes important because we can slowly raise the lamps as the plants stretch.

The new generation of diodes are much more energy-efficient than older higher-wattage LEDs. The chips operate at much lower heat output. In doing so light output from a single diode is also less in terms of PAR output. But arranging the diodes closer together allows us to create the intensity we prefer.

Hanging the lamps closer to the canopy allows us to manufacture lamps which consume fewer watts and save more energy. This translates to lower cost of production in cannabis growing and higher efficiency of grams per watt produced. Secondary benefits of lower hanging heights include the ability to grow vertically in racks because LEDs run cooler. High Intensity Discharge, lamps like HPS and CMH, cannot be hung as close to the canopy without burning the plants or creating too much heat under the plant levels above, so vertical growing is nearly impossible with older style lamps.

The FGI line of LED lamps

FGI designed a full line of lamps for each stage of growth. Our 100 watt Lightbar is a low intensity lamp designed for cloning or earlier veg stage growth. Likewise our 185 watt Lightbar is designed for medium intensity to replace T5HO fluorescents and CMH used in veg. And our two 500 watt and 700 watt Lightpanels are designed to replace HPS lamps in flower.

How FGI stacks up against the competition

Flower/bloom

The FGI Lightpanel 700 and 500 use the same spectrum but have different light intensity output for different types of installations. The 500 watt Lightpanel produces the highest amount of light intensity over a smaller amount of area. The 700 watt Lightpanel covers a greater area of canopy.

Figure F shows the spectrum and intensity at 18” hanging height, the most efficient height for maximum intensity.

PPFD Spectrum

 

Figure F; FGI Lightpanel 500 V/B at 18”

Using the rule of thumb developed from looking at the sun in Figure A and the Gavita HPS in figure B, we targeted orange/red energy peaks at a high of 5 micromoles (Gavita) and a low of 3.5 (average sun). The Lightpanel achieves the goal: coming in just under 5 micromoles. Looking at the blue energy produced by the sun we targeted 2.2 micromoles and the Lightpanel exceeds that measurement at 3.7.

The Lightpanel has all the benefits of the spectrum and intensity preferred by Gavita HPS users but it also includes much more of the full spectrum of light the sun produces, setting it apart from a typical HPS lamp and moving the spectrum closer to that of outdoor California sun. Total PAR output for the Lightpanel (above) at 18” is 1136 micromoles, just under the 1200 micromole maximum light intensity recommended for cannabis.

Veg/clone

The FGI Lightbar 100 and 185 use the same spectrum as one another but in different intensities based on the desired light levels for young plants versus maturing veg plants.

PPFD Spectrum

Figure G; FGI Lightbar 185 at 18”

As compared to preferred CMH lamps (figure C) made by Gavita, the Lightbars produce peak blue energy of 1.3 micromoles, (equal to the CMH output) and peak orange/red energy of 1.7 micromoles (also equal to the CMH output.) Once again our spectrum and intensity includes all the preferred light of Gavita CMH but also adds in much more of the full spectrum the sun produces which is lacking in CMH lamps.

The same is true in comparison to T5HO lamps (figure D). The Lightbars exceed the amount of preferred blue and orange/red light produced by fluorescents and also include most of the green energy which is not found in CMH lamps.

Summary

It becomes clear that light spectrum is only a part of the equation when comparing various lamps. And looking only at total PAR output misses the mark too. But when spectrum and PAR output are combined into direct comparison between what has worked well for growers over time. Then adding in a comparison of the sun, nature’s best grow light, the science behind lamp design can be demystified. We can now design a very specific light spectrum and very specific light intensity allowing us to push the yield and potency to the maximum potential output.

Large scale commercial cannabis growing requires maximizing harvest yields time and  time again, while focusing on the reduced cost of electrical operation for lamps and heat removal. Paired with generous incentives offered by many utilities to convert from high energy HPS, CMH, and fluorescent lamps, the return on investment for installing the new generation of cannabis-tuned LED now makes sense more than ever before.

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FGI Hortibest MH8 Full Spectrum 660W LED Grow Light 2.6 umols/j 1716 PPF. Osram Diodes. DLC Listed.
FGI Hortibest MH8 Full Spectrum 660W LED Grow Light 2.6 umols/j 1716 PPF. Osram Diodes. DLC Listed. $ 645.00
Overview   High efficacy diodes at 2.6 umols/j 4' long x 4' wide. Perfect Light Uniformity at 1716 PPF output. Osram top bin diodes in warm white, cool white and deep red creates our FGI spectrum. AC daisy chain - connect up to three LEDs to a single power receptical. Dims to off with our FGI Hortibest Master Controller  DLC listed. 5 year manufacturer warranty. Welcome to our factory-direct line of LED grow lights. Save money and avoid the middle man US brands with our FGI Hortibest line of LEDs.    FGI MH Installation Featuring The FGI MH8 Uniformity Pro 660W LED Grow Light is the perfect solution for commercial gardens that need high PPFD output. This unit is designed to be hung under shelves or close to the canopy, and it can be daisy-chained with up to four other units on 240V power. It also has a dimming knob and can be controlled by a variety of 0-10V dimmers, making it a versatile and easy-to-use grow light. Highlights Internal LED driver enclosed within side rails. Daisy Chain (power and 0-10V dimming - depends on voltage supplied) Easy to install. No assembly required. Unfold, plug and play. Comes with 120V and 240V plugs. Comes with rope hangars.  Universal control (TrolMaster, FGI Dimming Controller etc...) The unit is DLC listed for rebatres in the US and consumes just 660W of power while outputting 1716 PPF at an efficient 2.6 umols/j.  An internal LED driver keeps the unit streamlined at only 2" deep making it ideal for hanging undershelves or close to ceiling allowing for maximum plant height in the grow space.  It can be power daisy chained, up to 4 units on 240V power, reducing the number of recepticals needed in the grow space.  It ships with a 220V cord with a 110V adapter plug, rope hangars and a 0-10V RJ-16 light to light daisy chain cable.  Options Master Controller 2 channel lighting controller for two zones of MH LEDs 2 zone temp and humidity monitoring included  Or can be used to control UV and FAR Red module channels. A second Master Controller would then be used to control two zones.  Master Controller    UV and Far Red LED Modlue   PAR Charts (single unit) Spectrum 3850K ~ specs DLC Listed Weight 23lb Size 42 x 42 x 2 Folding 2553 BTUs Voltage                           120V     208V      230V     277V AC Current                      6.26A    3.55A    3.18A    2.66AAC Power                        748W    729W    720W   714WPower Factor                   0.996    0.987     0.983    0.969Daisy Chain Quanty         2Pcs     3Pcs       4Pcs     5Pcs    

The FGI Uniformity Pro 640 LED Grow Light
FGI Uniformity Pro 640w Full Spectrum LED Grow Light 1600ppf 4x4 Samsung+Inventronics $ 599.00
The Uniformity Pro 640 was designed to be the best built, longest lasting 4' x 4' LED on the market today. Fully water resistant wiring connections, heavy duty all aluminum bars, sealed crystal lens diode covers, in an easy to install folding frame. We use the highest quality and latest Samsung LM301B top bin diodes to create the FGI grow spectrum. The Uniformity Pro 640 is ideal for very high light intensity cultivation and is DLC approved for utility rebates in the US. We overbuild our lights intentionally so they will last for years and years in harsh grow environments. AT 37 lbs this unit is best in class for construction. Wet rated means it's okay to receive accidental over-spray. Suitable for vertical racks, over trays and benches or in 4' x 4' or larger grow tents. For use with the FGI Dimming Controller for light management and scheduling. Featuring  • All wiring connections are sealed with IP68 waterproof connections. • The LED diodes are covered with gorilla glass like crystal lens coverings. • Bars are heavy duty extruded aluminum. • 1600 umols/s total PPF output. • Nearly 1300 umols/ms of usable photosynthetic light output at 9-12".   Learn more about the FGI Uniformity Pro on our YouTube Channel here:  Our LED diode mix creates the ideal grow spectrum for indoor plants. 3200 full spectrum Samsung LM301B neutral white diodes in 4000K CCT. The white diodes are paired with 48 Osram Osolon Hyper Red Square 660nm diodes, from Osram's horticulture optimized LED diode line. Each light comes with a 10' power cord. It also comes with a 4' connection cable allowing you to control a network of lights with various lighting controllers. Our FGI Dimming Controller is one example and allows advanced programming including on/off timers, sunrise and sunset programming and automatically dims the light if temperatures in the grow space exceed your programmed limit. Par Map @ 12"   FGI Spectrum The Uniformity Pro 640 carries a full five year warranty. It's 5% larger than the Gavita 1700e and Fluence Spydr 2 series.  Specifications: Product Name: FGI HT-02 Uniformity Pro 640Part Number: FGIUP8Rev2UPN: 887437032817Dimensions: W x L x H (inches) 47x47x4 IMPORTANT: The unit does not ship with a standard plug. Please request a free 110/220/270V plug with your purchase if you need one. DiodesBrand Name: Samsung LM301B top binNumber of pieces: 3200Model/Part number: Neutral WhiteCCT: 4000KCRI: 80 Other color DiodesBrand Name: Osram OsolonNumber of pieces: 48Model/Part number: Hyper Red CCT: 660nmRatio mix white/red (%): 3200:48 Lifetime: (L-90 - in hours L90B50 @ 36000HRS Photosynthetic Light MeasurementsPPF Output*: 1600PPF Efficacy*: 2.5Photopic Light MeasurementsLuminous Flux* 92,000Luminous Flux Efficacy*: 144OtherInput Power: 640wInput Voltage: 120-277Cord length: 10'Plug type (note if bare whip): Not includedPackaging DimensionsDimensions W x L x H (inches): 47x47x4Weight (pounds): 36 Operating Temp range (F): 33-104 IP rating (UL-ETL or estimated final UL-ETL): wetDimming / TuningDimming (Yes/No): YesIndpendent channel dimming (Yes/No): NoController type: External 0-10V Product Warranty:5 years  

The FGI Square 3 Wifi Smart 3x3 LED Grow light with 730nm Far Red
FGI Square 3 WiFi Smart Full Spectrum LED Grow Light with 700-760nm Far Red. $ 499.00 $ 499.00
On Sale! Buy One Get One Free! Add two items to your cart and receive the second for free. Claim Code: WiFiBOGO Looking to get the most out of your grow lights? The WeatherEFX LED Grow Lighting Controller can help you mimic natural sunlight conditions, promoting healthy plant growth. The controller uses either local weather data or your own custom programming to adjust the light intensity and spectrum of your LEDs, simulating changing light conditions throughout the day.  You can also create custom on/off schedules and scenarios, such as sunrise/sunset, to further customize your lighting. Plus, the controller's Cloud Intelligence feature allows you to check in on your lights from anywhere.Take your garden to the next level with more natural lighting using FGI's weatherEFX. Learn more about weatherEFX, and the Cloud Intelligence App on YouTube here:  SCIENCE Botanists studied the effect of leaf shading and competitive growth responses here: Importance of Intermittent Shade to the Ecophysiology of Subalpine Herbs, A. K. Knapp, W. K. Smith and D. R. Young from the Journal: Functional Ecology."A reduction in sunlight caused by clouds, appears to result in substantial increases to water status, and thus CO2 uptake throughout the day. Plants benefit in periodic reduction of evaporative demand that result from natural periods of intermittent shade." DESCRIPTION Looking for a top-quality LED grow light that gives you complete control over your grow operation? Look no further than the FGI Square 3. This powerful light features built-in WiFi mesh technology that allows you to connect to the cloud and monitor your lighting levels and room temperature from anywhere in the world. With the included controller, you can easily adjust the light intensity and spectrum to meet the specific needs of your plants at every stage of growth. And because it uses less energy than traditional HPS grow lights, you'll save money on your electric bill, too! If you're serious about growing healthy, bountiful plants, the FGI Square 3 is the perfect choice. APP/WiFi The Square 3 uses Cloud Intelligence, a SMART devices platform which connects the light to your phone for easy control.  The Square 3 uses a 2.5ghz Wifi connection together with ble mesh to ensure reliable operation even when you are away from the light.  Cloud Intelligence is used by many SMART devices makers such as Amysen, supplier of Wifi Smart Wall plugs which can be used to control fans, dehum, our single color FGI Far Red and UVA lightbars and any other 110V device that runs at less than 10amps.  Square 3 Product Manual  Wifi Controller Manual and Troubleshooting Guide  FEATURES Lightweight - just 13 lbs Slim - 3" deep Cool - won't add too much heat 4 push button dimming settings BUILD Our red + far red booster spectrum will help you grow the largest and most dense flowers. Super bright full spectrum 4000K diodes operate at an efficent 2.3umols/j plus 5% total 660nm red and 730nm far red diodes in a cool square within a square within a square design. This light can run full cycle from seedling to veg to flower. COVERAGE The Square 3 is designed for flowering in 3'x3' spaces at up to 1000 umols/ms. (CO2 recommended for this light level). Or grow at 800 umols/ms without CO2. It can be used for Veg when dimmed. And when fully dimmed can be used over clones and starts too.Below are PAR readings with the lights at three different distances. At 24" expect PPFD to be above 1000 umols/ms, but not as uniform.At 30" PAR will be above 750 umols/ms. This is an ideal light level if not using supplemental CO2. These levels are equal to a typical HPS grow space.At 36" light levels become more uniform from corner to corner but at 680 umols are below what we'd recommend for flower.At 48", light levels are the most uniform and are perfect for mature veg plants. Use the built in dimmer to reduce intensity for young veg plants. Product Manuals:  Square 3 Product Manual  Wifi Controller Manual and Troubleshooting Guide  SPECIFICATIONS FGI Square 3 V2 WiFi LED Grow LightDiodes (White)Diodes Brand name: Shenzhen Lideda Number of pieces 960 CCT 4000K CRI 80CRI Other color Diodes (Red) Brand Name: Shenzhen Lideda Number of pieces 256 CCT NA Wavelength 655-665nm Other color Diodes (FR) Brand Name: Shenzhen Lideda Number of pieces 64 CCT NA Wavelength 730-745nm Ratio mix white/red (%) 3:1Product Warranty/Longevity Warranty (years) 5 years Lifetime (L-90) - in hours 50,000 hours Photosynthetic Light Measurements PPF Output* 700 umol/s PPF Efficacy* PPF 2.3 umol/J Photopic Light Measurements Luminous Flux* 50,000 lm Luminous Flux Efficacy 160 lm/w Other Input Power Watts 310W Input Voltage 110V Cord length 8' (2.44m, 18AWG ) Plug type (note if bare whip) Molded 110V Product Dimensions Dimensions W x L x H (inches) 22 x 22 x 3.5 Weight (pounds) 13 Operating Temp range (F) -20℃ — +40℃ IP rating IP20 Rating CSAPhysical Dimensions Package Dimension W x L x H (inches) 27 x 26 x 6.5 Dimming / Tuning: Push button / Wifi App Product Warranty: 5 years

Hortibest H3 Full Spectrum 170W LED Grow Light System. 4' Trays for Veg Plants. Interconnectable. DLC Listed.
Hortibest H3 Full Spectrum 170W LED Grow Light System. 4' Trays for Veg Plants. Interconnectable. DLC Listed. $ 495.00 $ 495.00
Looking for a top-quality LED grow light to help your plants thrive? Hortibest has you covered with their H3 Slimline 170W Veg LED Grow Light. Perfect for a 4' x 2' space, this veg light is AC daisy chainable for easy installation. With a highly uniform PPFD value, it's ideal for vegetative growth, and the slim design means it won't take up too much space in your grow room. Don't let your plants suffer from poor lighting - invest in a Hortibest LED grow light today! Highlights: Fanless Design IP65 Water and dust resistent Dimmable: 0-10V Daisy Chain Dimming Daisy Chain AC Power Connection OSRAM LED Diodes Input Voltage:120-277VAC Slim Internal Power Supply Design Uniform PPFD distribution over a 2'x4' area The Hortibest Octopus H3 will help your plants reach their full potential. With a sturdy, sleek internal driver design, and a range of adjustable settings, this grow light is sure to give your plants the boost they need to grow strong and healthy. If you're ooking for a gentle, uniform light spectrum perfect for veg phase growth, look no further than Hortibest's Octopus H3. The H3 is designed to completely cover a 4' wide tray with consistent light distribution, making it perfect for your indoor horticulture needs. With PPFD of 500 umols/ms, your plants will be getting the ideal amount of light for optimal growth. Don't let sub-par lighting stop you from getting the most out of your plants - trust the Octopus H3 for all your veg growing needs. Tech Specs: 170W 2.5 umols/j PPF 425 umos/ms Dimensions: 47 x 18 x 2 inches Weight: 7.9Ibs  Built in pre-set dimming knob + on/off 0-10V dimmable using RJ16 cabling, compatible with Trolmaster and FGI dimmers. L90: > 50,000hrs Saftey Certiification: ETL DLC Listed # OC-H-170A FSG 26 D1  Link to PDF spec sheet  

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