Advantage of LED Grow Light for Cannabis Cultivation

Posted on Jul 06 , 2023

Cannabis has more potential than you imagine when under right lights


Cannabis has more potential than you imagine when under right lights


With more than 10 years experience in horticulture lighting, VANQ produces some of the best cannabis LED grow lights for both indoor and greenhouse growers.

Indoor cannabis LED grow lights for both commercial and individual growers


  • For indoor vertical farming cannabis growers, the GLMX720 720W waterproof full spectrum LED grow light is tailor-made for full growth cycles from vegetative to flowering with a uniform spectral distribution and a high efficacy up to 2.7 μmol/J. Check out details of GLMX720.

Lighting solution for rooting cannabis cuttings

Additionally, whether you grow your cannabis indoor or in greenhouse, perfectly-rooted cuttings are essential for the following whole growth cycle.

GLMX240 waterproof LED grow light bar is tailor-made for vertical grow racks which is widely used in cannabis cloning as well as in vertical farming of leafy greens. Check out for details.

Advantage of LED Grow Light for Cannabis Cultivation

  • Proven light recipes every growth stage, adjustable spectrum

  • Higher PPFD output with less electricity consumption

  • Less heat generation and less HVAC cost

  • Better quality and higher yield

  • Five times longer lifetime than HPS

  • More environment-friendly with no toxic metals

  • Easy to use, plug and play


GLMX720 720W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light

GLMX720 720W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light


GLMX720 is a 720W full spectrum waterproof LED grow light, which is tailor-made for indoor cannabis cultivation.


  • Fine-tuned full spectrum for whole growth cycles of cannabis

  • High PPF and Efficacy: 1940μmol/s, 2.7μmol/J

  • Uniform light distribution, and superior thermal conductivity

  • 120º wide beaming angle design, effective flowering footprint up to 5ft(1.5m)x 5ft(1.5m)

  • Industrial grade IP65 waterproof protection(LED Bar)

  • Modular Design, versatile for various indoor growing applications

  • 0% – 100% Dimmable


GLMX240 240W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light

GLMX240 240W Full Spectrum LED Grow Light


GLMX240 is the ideal cannabis grow light for indoor home growers using grow tent of 2ft x 4ft(0.6m x 1.2m).


  • Fine-tuned full spectrum for whole growth cycles of cannabis

  • High PPF and Efficacy: Up to 650μmol/s, 2.7μmol/J

  • Uniform light distribution, and superior thermal conductivity

  • 120º wide beaming angle design, effective flowering footprint up to 2ft(6m)x 4ft(1.2m)

  • Industrial grade IP65 waterproof protection

  • Modular Design, versatile for various indoor growing applications


There are three different types of Cannabis growing lights called:


  • HID or High Intensity Discharge lights

  • CFL or Compact Fluorescent lights

  • LED or Light Emitting Diode lights


Even though hid lights offer the right number of lumens to grow Cannabis but they are quite expensive and may not be a suitable option for beginners.  CFL lights are a great alternative of HID lights but they do not work properly for the flowering phase.


This is where LED light comes to the rescue as they are affordable and equally effective for the vegetative and flowering phase.


Benefits of using LED lights


LED light offer numerous benefits and some of them are the following.


Affordability


As compared to the expensive HID setup, LED lights are quite affordable. It is particularly helpful for small scale farmers who are looking for growing a small number of cannabis plants. With no more than $200, you can easily install the set of the LED lights.


Energy Saving


LED lights are the most environment friendly option as they save you a lot on your energy bill. HID may be very good at their job but they cost a fortune when it comes to the electricity bills. Extraordinary bill can also draw the attention of the landlords or even police which may lead to inconvenience even if Marijuana is legal in your area.


Durability


LED lights are way long lasting that CFL or HID lights. Other types of lights may only work for 20 thousand hours whereas LED lights have a 5 times more life and may work for up to 100 thousand hours. It is a one-time investment and lasts longer.


Reduced water usage


HID lights produce more heat as it uses a large amount of energy. The heat increases the temperature of the room and the plants require more water than usual. Since cannabis already requires a large quantity of water, using HID lights can add to the consumption. LED lights do not generate enough heat which may add to the water consumption.

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