5 Reasons to Switch From HPS to LED Grow Lights in 2020

Deciding on what indoor grow lights to use in your indoor garden is a major decision, with trickle-down effects not only on your potential harvest but the entire operational setup. Today, there are two main types of indoor grow lights to choose from, high-pressure sodium lights (HPS) or light emitting diodes lights (LED). The ongoing debate between the two very different lighting options is fierce with experts weighing in on both sides. But recently, as LED lighting companies continue to make improvements to their products, the tide is moving in their favor.

Why is making the switch to LED making more sense for indoor growers than ever before? In recent years, the upfront costs for LED lights have dropped dramatically, technologies have improved to better harness the science of light, and producers recognize the energy-saving potential of LEDs.

Many indoor gardeners were wary of LED lighting options in the past because they had experienced older, outdated versions, released well before many of the current innovations were around. But today, even long-time growers are deciding to switch from HPS setups to more technologically advanced LED options; the pro-LED arguments are more and more convincing.

Efficiency

LED diodes are very electrically efficient, which could save you money over time (though the jury is still out when it comes to whether LEDs get better yields than HPS watt-for-watt). Additionally, where an HPS bulb needs to be replaced every few grows to maintain its brightness, individual LED diodes keep their brightness practically forever. With an LED grow light, it’s almost certain something else will break on the lamp before any diodes start losing their brightness.

Increases Yield and Product Quality

Did you know quality LED grow lights provide just as much light intensity as your HPS bulbs? When you consider the added benefits of a comprehensive light spectrum, it’s no wonder you can expect a better-than-ever harvest when you make the switch from HPS to LED.

For one thing, a full light spectrum ensures your plants receive the exact light they need for every stage of development. And if you use variable spectrum LED grow lights, you can even adjust the light spectrum to manipulate your crop. Using intelligent, strategic light recipes, you have the ability to heighten flavor and increase potency.

High quality LED grow lights also produce higher yields. This is especially true in the case of variable spectrum lights that allow you to usher your crops through the grow cycle more quickly. When you adjust the light spectrum, you signal a change in season. Your crop responds accordingly, budding and flowering at a faster pace. The result is higher yields per harvest cycle and more harvest cycles per year.

Customized Color Spectrum (full spectrum led grow light)

It is known that the color spectrum of light affects how plants grow. Unlike other grow lights which are pretty set in their color spectrum, each LED diode can be configured to emit light of a very specific color spectrum chosen by the user. This means that LED grow light color spectrums can be adjusted and customized in a modular way that’s impossible to achieve with any other grow light.

Lifespan

If you’re planning a long-term growing operation, the lifespan of a particular grow light is as important as its efficiency and the upfront cost. Usually, HPS last about 10,000 hours on average, while CFL grow lights will run for around 8,000 hours. As a result, they need to be replaced with new ones every 2 years or less. LED grow lights, on the other hand, last much longer than the above options, as they can work up to 50,000 or even 100,000 hours. Therefore, you can use them for 5 or 10 years before they need replacement.

Easier Installation and Maintenance with LED Grow Lights

Growing is complicated enough as it is. You already deal with environmental controls, monitoring temperature and photoperiod, and calculating the perfect nutrient balance. This is why innovators in the field of LED technology strive to design lamps that are efficient, effective, and easy.

LED grow lights typically have a built-in driver and super simple plug-and-play installation. You don’t have to fuss with ballasts or costly bulb changes, which is the standard experience for HPS growers. When it’s time to replace your LED luminaire, the switch-out is fast and easy.

Sound like it might be time to switch from HPS to LED lights? We recommend checking out ECO farm series for home grows.

UV light for indoor plants

1. Samsung LM301H 6500K+3500K with OSRAM white+660nm led source, the lighting is most suitable to the indoor or greenhouse planting growth. With 2pcs UV& IR supplemental lighting bar.
2. Top grade driver-Inventronics driver be certificated by authority, providing the stable and long time protection to the lights.
3. Slim frame and light weight designed, flexible and simple to use, plug and play.
4. Good heatsink by multi-tier finned aluminum, during strict temperature test, no harmful no noisy, longer life span.
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