Mars Hydro FC 3000 LED Grow Light VS Spider Farmer SE3000 300W LED Grow Lights

LED grow lights continue to be a popular choice for indoor growers and indoor gardeners who are always looking for the best products to help them and their plants succeed.

The newest crop of LED grow lights use less energy than traditional bulbs, which means they’re more efficient and cost-effective in the long run. They also last longer and produce a brighter light that will make your plants thrive like never before and because they emit very little heat, you can put them closer to your plants without worrying about damage to your crops..

The demand for high-quality, versatile, and energy-efficient LED grow lights is skyrocketing in response to demand for easy-to-use indoor garden lighting, growing concerns about electricity costs and usage as well as a desire for more options to customize your indoor gardening space to suit both edible and medicinal plants in addition to the needs of the grower.

How Many LED Watts for 3×3 Grow Tent Do You Need?

It is of high importance to pick the right LED wattage for a particular grow space. Keep in mind that the number of actual watts may vary widely depending on the growth phase, plant type, and total area of your growth.

As a rule of thumb, you’ll need around 32 watts of actual LED wattage per 1 square foot of your grow space. If you have a 3×3 grow tent, for example, you will want 288 LED watts per coverage area. However, your best bet is to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations because not all LED light units are created equal.

How Many Plants Will You Grow?

This is a fundamental question that you must ask yourself, regardless of the type of lighting system that you intend on using. The number of plants that you grow will directly affect the type of LED grow light that you should purchase.

Most cannabis-friendly states allow residents to grow up to 6 mature cannabis plants, but this isn’t always the case. There are states that allow only 3, and others allow upwards of 9.

Some states allow you to act as a caregiver to others and increase your plant count. This issue is further complicated if you’re one of the lucky few to have received a cultivators’ license from your local jurisdiction.

In general, 3–5 plants within a square meter will benefit from a 300-watt LED grow light. The higher you raise your lights to accommodate for more plants, the PAR (photosynthetic photon flux) value becomes increased.

When the light density for photosynthesis increases, the less light your plant receives. This is why it’s crucial for you to consider your plant count and plant size to make sure that your

LED grow light is sufficient. If your LED grow light is too large for your space, you become inefficient. The same occurs if you buy a too-small LED grow light, which leads to inefficiency.

To realize the benefits of LED technology, you must find the ideal balance by accommodating the correct number of plants.

Mars Hydro FC 3000 LED Grow Light 

Features:

The Mars Hydro LED Grow Light was designed with commercial growers in mind, but is a perfect fixture for indoor gardens or grows of any size. The FC 3000 utilizes 896 leds with Samsung Lm301b and Osram 660nm for high output and excellent heat control. This efficiency translates to lower costs for the end-user. The Mars Hydro FC 3000 LED grow light is designed to concentrate the lighting on each bar, increasing light penetration into the canopy so plants have the opportunity to absorb more light. The FC 3000’s design and high-quality components make it a durable full spectrum led grow light with an incredible lifespan. Setup is a breeze with its independent, removable power supply. The aluminum heatsink allows for better heat dissipation and eliminates noisy cooling fans so your grow area remains quiet and cool.

Spider Farmer SE3000 300W LED Grow Lights

Features:

This Spider Farmer grow light has uniquely designed 6-LED bars and provides more even canopy coverage, especially to the outer edges of cultivation areas. With 2016pcs SAMSUNG LM301 diodes, SE5000 Led grow lights draw 480 watts with 1317.4umol/s, achieving an impressive PPE of 2.75 umol/J, coverage for 4'x4′ of high-yielding full-cycle growth. Full-spectrum (2800–3000K, 4800–5000k, 380–410nm, 650–665nm) is perfect for veg to bloom, to adapt to each phase of the plant cycle. The dimming knob is ideal for growers to adjust the light intensity according to different growing stages. Bar light design and aluminum material on the back contribute to better airflow and great heat dissipation. The daisy-chain function allows you to connect up to 15 SE7000 or SE5000 growing light — dimming multiple lights simultaneously.

Factors to Consider When Buying Commercial LED Grow Lights

Intensity of light
Plants need adequate light for healthy growth, and that is why the intensity of the LED grow lights matters. The intensity is not quantified by how bright the light is but more by the number of photons available. Different plants have different photon needs, and therefore it is important to confirm how much light is needed for those specific plants to thrive before making any decisions.

The number of light tomatoes needs to thrive will not be the same as, say, lettuce or basil because they are small plants. The larger the plant, the more photons will be needed to permit the plant’s healthy growth.

You should always check the PPF reading to determine the amount of light produced by the fixture. The term PPF refers to Photosynthetic Photon Flux measured in umol/s. The higher the PPF reading, the more photons your plants access to thrive.

If you want to cover an area of 4' x 4', an LED light with a PPF reading of 1500umol/s is adequate. Those who need more coverage will require larger LED lights with a higher PPF reading.

Area of coverage
If you want LED lights for commercial spaces, you need to understand the overall size of the area. This way, you can formulate a plan on how to make sure all the plants in the space have adequate light. You can choose to buy a large LED light covering the entire space or settle for several grow lights that are well spaced out.

Also, the number of plants in the space needs to be accounted for. You don’t want to overcrowd the area because the base of the plants will not be able to receive much light. Space your plants in such a way that proper light distribution and air ventilation are possible.

Ensure to check the manufacturer’s PAR map to understand the intensity of light in an area of a specific size. The PAR maps are a good way to estimate how much light each LED grow light has to offer according to the brand.

Spectrum
Another important feature to consider in grow LED lights is the spectrum. The spectrum generally means the different light wavelengths available. Plants at different stages of growth require different wavelengths for proper development. For example, red light is suitable for the flowering stage, while blue light works best for the veg stage.

In the marketplace, you find that LED grows lights either feature a broad or targeted spectrum. Targeted spectrums utilize diodes of specific wavelengths to equal photosynthetic peaks that facilitate chlorophyll absorption. Considered photosynthetically efficient, targeted spectrums may feature green, UVA, and Far Red.

Broad-spectrum models usually feature lower-powered diodes or white COBs paired with more diodes like UV to complete the spectrum. The white diodes are believed to give all of the vital wavelengths that plants need to thrive. The spectrum offers more green light rather than pink or purple that the targeted spectrum provides.

In short, consider what stage your plants are in, and source grows lights that will produce either quality plants or high yields.

Conclusion

Growing plants indoor require a lot of knowledge, hard work, and the right tool. The LED grow light is one of the most important tools of all. Hence, you must have the right knowledge about it before you go out and buy one.

Based on your requirements, you have to decide how much you can spend. The requirement and budget will help you narrow down the models that suit you. If you want more information on the model you decide to choose, always contact the manufacturer before buying.

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