Inner-canopy lighting
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The ICL-300 brings light inside the canopy. Choose a bar, stands or a pack with stands. Each bar includes a European mains lead.
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ThinkGrow by TrolMaster Inter-Canopy lighting is an innovative solution for indoor cultivation. Specifically, these are LED bars positioned beneath the main canopy of your plants. The idea is to provide light directly to the lower and middle parts of the plant, where traditional overhead lighting struggles to penetrate effectively.
In indoor cultivation, inter-canopy lighting is primarily used to maximize production and uniformity of your harvests. It stimulates the growth and flowering of lower branches that would otherwise remain underdeveloped. I often see growers achieve denser flowers and better quality throughout the entire plant thanks to this technique.
Installing ThinkGrow Inter-Canopy LED bars is quite simple. I advise you to fix them horizontally, between plant rows or directly under the main canopy, at different heights depending on your plants' growth. The goal is to position them so that light directly reaches the leaves and floral sites that are usually in the shade. Remember to adjust their position as your plants grow.
The choice of power for Inter-Canopy lighting will depend on your goals and the type of plants. Generally, you don't aim to match the power of the main lighting, but rather to supplement the light input. I often recommend low to medium power bars, just enough to penetrate the canopy and stimulate the lower areas without burning the plants. The important thing is to observe your crops' reaction and adjust if necessary.
The difference is fundamental: main lighting, often overhead, aims to cover the upper surface of the canopy, providing the majority of the light energy. Inter-canopy lighting, on the other hand, is a strategic complement. It focuses on the lower and middle layers of the plant, where the main lighting cannot penetrate effectively. It's a bit like the main lighting is the sun, and the inter-canopy, accent lights for shaded areas.
If you are growing plants with a dense canopy or using SCROG, and you notice that the lower branches lack vigor or that the flowers there are less developed, then Inter-Canopy lighting is very likely suitable for your grow. It's an excellent solution for growers looking to optimize every square inch of their space and significantly increase their overall yield.
The main mistake to avoid is over-lighting or incorrectly positioning your bars. I often see growers placing LEDs too close to the leaves, which can cause burns, or conversely, too far, making the light input ineffective. You must also avoid using an unsuitable light spectrum. I recommend starting with moderate intensity and gradually adjusting while carefully observing your plants' reaction. It is crucial to find the right balance to avoid stressing your crops.
Installation distance is crucial. I generally advise placing Inter-Canopy bars at a distance of 15 to 30 cm from the leaves, depending on the bar's power and the plant's sensitivity. The goal is to provide light without causing thermal stress or burns. It's important to adjust this distance as the plant grows to maintain optimal exposure.
For ThinkGrow Inter-Canopy lighting, I recommend a spectrum that complements your main lighting. Often, a spectrum rich in far-red and blue is ideal for stimulating flowering and branching of the lower parts. ThinkGrow generally offers optimized spectra for these applications, but if I had to choose, I would prioritize a spectrum designed for flowering to maximize the density of lower flowers.
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