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Indoor LED Grow Lights Guide

Author 2020-12-04 15:47:47

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Before starting to use the list of the best LED grow lights, we need to cover some basic information about this technology.

With the advancement of the market, the LED growth lamp market is getting bigger and bigger. When you decide to invest in indoor grow lights, you will definitely want to know the best LED grow lights.

According to big data, LED is considered to be one of the best indoor plant grow lights on the market. However, there are too many types of products, it is difficult to distinguish what is the best grow light.

Our entire article ranges from how to choose your grow light to help you compare different lighting techniques to meet your plant's rapid growth.  

Indoor LED Grow Lights Guide

 

 Different types of LED plant grow lights

Light is an important part of plant growth. Since plant growth is an irreversible process, the influence of light will directly affect the yield and quality of plants. The use of light regulation technology to cultivate plants is an energy-saving, environmentally-friendly, economical, effective and simple The new method has very prominent advantages and is of great significance to the cultivation of plants. Because of the different spectra, there are different types of growth lamps on the market, from simple incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps to HID and then to LED lamps. The following describes several different types on the market plant growth light.

 

 Incandescent plant light

Incandescent lamps are the lowest among all plant growth lamps. Incandescent lamps can keep plants growing in a small house, but it is not the best choice for large-scale planting.

Fluorescent growth lamps have always been low output, bulky and bulky in all plant lamps, and cannot play a very good role. They are generally used as growth light for seeds or seedlings. In general, fluorescent lamps are not a good choice for flowering and budding plants due to their low lumen, but it is a good choice for other herbs and plants that do not require a lot of light.

 HID plant growth light

The HID lamp is the brightest and the efficiency is very high, but the price is also very high. In the HID category, there are several types of light bulbs: high pressure sodium lamps, metal halide lamps, low pressure sodium lamps and mercury vapor lamps.

 LED Grow Lights

LED grow lights LED as light is possible in the absence of sunlight environment, plant photosynthesis to provide sufficient illumination, such that the plant can be normal or better growth. LED lights have the functions of strengthening roots, promoting, adjusting flowering period and flower color, promoting fruit ripening and coloring, and improving taste and quality.

 

 Why choose LED grow light?

In recent years, with the rapid development of LED lighting technology. As a fourth-generation new type of lighting source, LED has many characteristics that are different from other electric light sources. In terms of energy saving, the same power has greater luminous intensity; in terms of light source, red and blue are more flexible and can even be customized. Or DIY homemade. According to the different growth periods of different plants, the ratio of red and blue can be freely adjusted, and there are more models to choose from; in terms of service life, it is longer than fluorescent plant growth lamps and incandescent lamps; in terms of environmental protection, LED plant lamps do not contain harmful mercury , So it does not need to be processed in a specific way. So for us, LED grow lights have become the best choice.

 

 What we need to know before you buy LED Grow Light?

 Plants need

The length of the growth light depends on the needs of the plants. Most plants and vegetables need about 10 to 12 hours of care per day to grow normally, and flowering plants and fruits take longer. Incorrect lighting can seriously affect the growth and survival of plants. Some plants require high-intensity light sources, and some require weaker light sources, so you need to make sure you know the light you need from the beginning. A full spectrum grow light will be very effective to ensure normal growth and development of your plants.

 Energy and efficiency

Full-spectrum LEDs are generally more energy-efficient. They are durable, and compared to other lamps, full-spectrum LED grow lights contain a high-quality cooling system that can take away the heat generated by the LED lights from the lighting system and plants, so the temperature generated by the LED plant lights is very high. Now, no need to use an additional fan to cool down, reducing power consumption as a whole. And compared to other low power lamps for the same number of watt lamps, LED grow lights consumed.

 Control and customization

Remember, you need to change the lighting cycle according to the growth cycle of the plant to ensure that the plant flourishes:

 

Sowing stage: 16 hours on / 8 hours off

Growth stage: 18 hours on / 6 hours off

Flowering period: 12 hours on / 12 hours off

 The size and spacing of the growing space

Without violating the manufacturer's specifications, the LED plant light system you want to buy only needs to cover the space where your plants are. If you are using a hydroponic system for planting, then you need to use the correct power and water source for the system, which will require planning your lighting plan in some small spaces.

 Budget

First of all, you have to consider how much money you can afford? Although you can buy cheap LED grow lights, we always recommend that you buy the best. The cheaper the product, the less performance it has. Use your budget as much as possible for high-quality LED grow light is very necessary.

 

 Best grown in the spectrum lamp What should I look for?

 Full spectrum plant growth light

The light required for photosynthesis of plants has a wavelength of about 400 ~ 720nm. Light of 400 ~ 520nm (blue) and 610 ~ 720nm (red) contribute the most to photosynthesis. The light of 520 ~ 610nm (green) is less absorbed by plant pigments. The full-spectrum LED grow light can provide a full-spectrum wavelength of 380 to 840 nm. Including blue, red, infrared and ultraviolet light at all growth stages, choosing full-spectrum lighting for indoor planting can make plants grow more flowers and healthier buds faster.

 Energy saving and high efficiency

High-quality LED lighting systems can run for 10 to 12 hours a day for several years. LED lights with the same wattage and higher power output are more cost-effective and can reduce overall electricity consumption. At the same time, the operating temperature of LED lights is lower than that of other types of plants. You don't need to use other cooling tools, which saves overall costs.

 Control and customization

Remote control enables you to accurately and detailedly control the lighting of your plants anytime and anywhere. The customized lighting cycle can control the lighting of each period of plant growth, enabling plants to obtain a better living environment, and the automation of the process is not only It can reduce the workload and reduce the possibility of human error. These are all high-quality LED grow light systems have.

 PAR/Lumen output

PAR stands for effective photosynthetic radiation. In simple terms, it is the light that plants can use. For growth lights, it is important to understand what PAR output is. The best LED plant lights often have lower PAR because the power is not concentrated in the center but Evenly distributed. In order to get the best radiation from your plants, you need to find a highly efficient PAR balance spectrum. In order to achieve this goal, we usually use a mixture of 3 watt and 5 watt diodes.

 Coverage

When measuring the planting range, it must be accurate. Only accurate measurement can make the plant get more sufficient light source, which is beneficial to the development and growth of the plant. Different plants need different light, which requires you to understand the habits of plants more accurately.

 Price

When your budget is sufficient, it is very necessary to choose more excellent LEDs. Excellent LED plant lights can provide you with better quality enjoyment. Excellent LED grow lights can bring you richer benefits. Start small, accumulate experience, develop into your own liking, and then choose the LED light that suits you easily.

 

 contact us

High-quality LED plant lights should not only consider the demand and energy efficiency of plants, but also the size and spacing of the plant growth space. In addition, the convenience and service life of LED grow lights should be considered, as well as its control. Finally, if you need our technical support, you can contact our engineer team.

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