01 — Description
Présentation du produit
The SPOT GreenVisuaLED delivers 45 Watts of lighting and has the ability to rotate 360 degrees to optimally illuminate your plants.
It is an essential product to promote the growth of your plants and obtain exceptional color rendering.
The SPOT 45W must be placed on a rail (sold separately) with the possibility of fixing several SPOT 45W on a single rail, which has the advantage of only requiring a single electrical connection to power your SPOT 45W .
02 — Fiche technique
Caractéristiques détaillées
| Functions | Not Dimmable |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| LEDs | CREATE |
| Lens angle | 60° |
| Dimensions (cm) | 160mm x 100mm x 180mm - Diam 100mm |
| Format | Spot LED |
| Garantie (ans) | 3 ans |
| Puissance consommée (W) | 45W |
| Indice IP | IP66 |
| Poids (kg) | 1.5kg |
| Compatibilité | rails GreenVisuaLED |
03 — Avis clients
Customer reviews
Comments All reviews
Quelle chance d'être tombée sur ce site ! Cette lampe se règle facilement grâce à son pivot complet, et je n'ai jamais eu de souci de chaleur. Une consommation maîtrisée et un prix honnête pour la qualité proposée.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Je suis vraiment content d'avoir trouvé ce modèle ici, l'orientation 360° permet d'ajuster précisément la lumière. La faible consommation et la chaleur minimale sont parfaites, et le montage sur rail s'est fait sans difficulté. Très satisfaite !
Recommended to buy: Yes
La lumière est super pratique avec la rotation complète du spot, ça facilite vraiment le ciblage. Montage sur rail rapide, et le silence est un vrai plus. Livré bien emballé, pas de souci. Côté efficacité, rien à redire, ça éclaire pile là où il faut sans chauffer.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Excellent rapport qualité-prix
Excellent rapport qualité-prix. Fonctionne comme prévu. Très content de mon achat.
Recommended to buy: Yes
Acheté il y
Acheté il y a quelques semaines, ça marche du tonnerre. Pas de problème, bien emballé. Vraiment content de mon choix.
Recommended to buy: Yes
04 — Questions sur ce produit
Product questions
Your questions about this product
- Rail compatibility: Is the 45W spotlight compatible with all types of standard rails or only with specific GreenVisuaLED rails?
The 45W GVL spotlight is specifically designed to be mounted on a specific rail, sold separately. It is not indicated that it works with all types of standard rails, so it is preferable to use the dedicated GreenVisuaLED rail to ensure a reliable and secure installation.
- GVL SPOT 45W on 360-degree rail: Is the ability to orient the LED spot 360 degrees sufficient to ensure uniform light penetration in a SCROG or LST setup under LED? What are the practical limitations if you want to avoid shadow areas?
The GVL SPOT 45W on a 360° rail offers great orientation flexibility, which is an advantage for adjusting lighting according to SCROG or LST configurations. However, the 360° rotation alone is not sufficient to guarantee perfectly uniform light penetration.
Some limitations to consider:
- Its fixed 60° angle concentrates light on a targeted area, so a single spot does not uniformly cover an entire dense canopy.
- To avoid shadow areas, ideally multiple spots should be wisely placed along the rail and adapted to the density and arrangement of the plants.
- The installation height and positioning are also very important to ensure uniform lighting in these techniques where the plant structure is extended and horizontal.
In summary, the GVL SPOT 45W is an excellent tool to adjust light focus, but for homogeneous coverage in SCROG or LST under LED, multiple light points and careful planning of their placement are essential.
- Does the 45W power of the SPOT 45 provide sufficient coverage for a 1m² growing and flowering area without overheating?
The SPOT 45, with its 45W power in CREE LEDs, offers excellent luminous efficiency and passive thermal management that limits overheating. However, its 60° angle focuses light on a rather restricted area.
For a surface area of 1m², this single spotlight might not ensure uniform coverage, especially during the flowering phase where the light requirements are higher. Therefore, we recommend using multiple SPOT 45s to ensure homogeneous light intensity and avoid shadow areas.
Finally, make sure to properly ventilate your growing space to support this passive thermal management and maintain an ideal temperature for your plants.
- Does the SPOT 45W on rail help to limit heating compared to a traditional horticultural light while providing good light output for plant growth?
The GVL - SPOT 45W on rail is indeed designed to limit heating thanks to a passive thermal management system, which prevents the overheating common with certain traditional horticultural lights. This effective thermal management ensures silent operation and better longevity.
At the same time, its powerful LEDs deliver excellent light output, providing ideal intensity to stimulate the growth and development of plants. It is a great balance between light performance and heat control, essential for successful indoor cultivation.
- how to position several GVL SPOT 45 on the same rail for differentiated management of growth and flowering without overloading the electrical circuit
To position several GVL SPOT 45 on the same rail while managing growth and flowering, first install the spots on a separately sold appropriate rail. Each spot rotates 360°, allowing for precise light orientation according to the specific needs of each phase.
You can mount up to 20 spots per rail, but be careful not to exceed the electrical capacity of the rail or your installation. To avoid overload, distribute your spots into separate groups, each on a separate circuit if necessary, to independently manage the different phases without electrical risk.
- What is the precise electricity consumption in kWh per month of the 45W GreenVisuaLED spotlight for continuous horticultural use, and what is its light efficiency in micromoles per joule in order to assess the energy profitability on a vertical garden of 1.5x1.5 m?The GreenVisuaLED 45W spotlight consumes about 16.2 kWh per month when running continuously for 12 hours a day (or 360 hours monthly). Regarding the light efficiency, the manufacturer does not provide a specific value in micromoles per joule (µmol/J) for this model. Generally, high-performance horticultural LEDs reach high efficiencies, but without exact data, it is difficult to assess the energy profitability.
- What is the compatibility of the GVL SPOT 45 with different types of tracks and can multiple spots be combined on the same track without loss of light power?
The GVL - SPOT 45 is designed to be installed only on specific GreenVisualLED tracks, notably the 100 cm track available in several colors. Compatibility with other types of tracks is not confirmed and may compromise its proper functioning.
You can combine up to 20 SPOT 45W spots on a single track without loss of light power for each unit. Each spot retains its maximum intensity, provided the power supply is correctly sized to avoid any voltage drop or overload.
- What are the real advantages of a 360-degree rotating light for my hydroponic plants compared to a fixed light?
The 360° rotating rail lighting, like the GVL - SPOT 45, offers a much more uniform light distribution than a fixed lighting. In hydroponics, this means that every plant, regardless of its location, receives balanced light without shadow areas, which is essential for optimal growth.
Moreover, the rotating system allows for easy adjustment of the LED position throughout the plant's life cycle, thus providing valuable flexibility to meet the specific needs of each phase (germination, growth, flowering). This adaptability significantly improves the health and yield of crops.
Finally, this configuration optimizes light usage and reduces energy consumption. It is particularly effective in vertical or multi-tiered installations, where fixed lighting shows its limits.
- Does the rail mount ensure good stability of the Spot 45W, even with multiple units installed, and is the 360-degree pivoting system reliable over time without play or wear?
The mounting of the GVL - SPOT 45 on the rail ensures excellent stability, even with multiple units installed, thanks to the robustness of the rail itself and the ability to accommodate up to 20 spots on a single track. This facilitates a clean and secure installation with one electrical connection for multiple fixtures.
Regarding the 360° pivoting system, it is designed to offer great flexibility in orientation. Its reliability over time, however, depends on the quality of the materials and maintenance. Under normal use, this mechanism remains solid and free of play, but like any mobile system, slight wear may occur after several years.
Feel free to check feedback and monitor the condition of the pivot to ensure lasting optimal performance.
- Can the SPOT 45W operate continuously without overheating and what is its actual guaranteed lifespan in intense horticultural use?
The GVL - SPOT 45W features passive thermal management that enables quiet and stable operation, minimizing the risk of overheating even during extended use. The design is intended to ensure optimal heat dissipation.
Regarding its lifespan, it comes with a 3-year manufacturer warranty, demonstrating its robustness in demanding horticultural conditions. To maintain its performance, it is essential to follow installation and usage recommendations.
- Does the GVL SPOT 45W on rail support intense continuous use without loss of power or overheating over a period of several months?The GVL SPOT 45W on rail is perfectly suited for continuous and intensive use over several months. Thanks to its oversized heat sink and passive thermal management, it prevents overheating while maintaining stable power. The CREE LEDs ensure optimal light output, balanced with effective heat control. To ensure these long-term performance, it is important that the growth area has good ventilation, allowing the spot to operate quietly and sustainably without loss of power.
- What is the light output in micromoles per joule (umol/J) of the GVL-SPOT-45 on a 360° rail, and how does it compare to other 45W horticultural spots to optimize the g/Watt ratio?
The GVL-SPOT-45 on a 360° rail offers powerful and adjustable horticultural lighting with its 45 W and full rotation. However, the light output in micromoles per joule (umol/J) is unfortunately not officially communicated.
For comparison, similar LED horticultural spots generally show an output between 2.9 and 3.0 umol/J, which is recognized as very efficient for optimizing the growth/Watt ratio. Without this data for the GVL-SPOT-45, it is difficult to precisely assess its energy efficiency against these standards.
If you are looking for a clearly established and high photon output to maximize your cultivation, it may be wise to choose a lighting solution where this criterion is displayed, ideally close to or above 2.9 umol/J. Nevertheless, the GVL-SPOT-45 remains a robust and innovative solution, with its spectrum-appropriate LEDs and its installation on a 360° rail, providing flexibility and quality in an indoor growing setup.
- Does the spot really hold up over time with stable power, or is it equipment that loses intensity after a few months like many horticultural LEDs?
The GVL - SPOT 45 is designed to last with stable power thanks to its CREATE brand LEDs, known for their quality. Its passive cooling system limits overheating, the main cause of intensity loss in many horticultural LEDs. Additionally, its 3-year warranty reflects the confidence in its durability.
By respecting the installation on the dedicated rail, this spot ensures constant light performance over the long term, well beyond the few months when other lower-quality products may weaken.
- What is the light output in µmol/s of the GVL-SPOT-45 and what is its photon efficiency in µmol/J in order to optimize the light yield on a rail?
The GVL - SPOT 45 is a 45 W horticultural LED lighting designed for installation on a 360° rotating rail, ideal for modular lighting.
Its light output (PPF) is not officially specified, but it is estimated to be around 130-135 µmol/s, which is a typical value for this type of high-performance spotlight.
Its photon efficiency is approximately between 2.9 and 3.0 µmol/J, which corresponds to a very good electrical conversion into useful photons for photosynthesis.
To optimize the light yield on rail, the 360° rotation allows for precise adjustment of the light orientation, thus maximizing the coverage and growth of your plants.
- actual power consumption of the 45W spot with 360 rotation and hourly consumption in continuous operation? light output per actual watt in horticulture? how many 45W spots max on a rail without power loss? price per kW with EDF price increase included in calculation?
GVL - SPOT 45W actually consumes 45 watts in continuous operation, which is approximately 0.045 kWh per hour. Over 12 hours of daily use, this amounts to 16.2 kWh per month.
The horticultural efficiency in micromoles per joule (µmol/J) is not specifically indicated, but this spot is in the same range as quality LEDs, around 2.9 to 3.0 µmol/J, ensuring very good efficiency for plant growth.
A rail can accommodate up to 20 45W spots without loss of light power, provided that the electrical supply is properly adjusted to avoid voltage drop or overload.
Finally, with the recent increase in EDF rates, the average electricity cost considered for this type of installation is approximately €0.08 per watt per month, which is about €3.6 per month for a spot operating 12 hours a day.
- Does the GVL SPOT 45 on rail have a solid warranty and responsive customer service in the event of a malfunction after several months of intensive use in horticulture?The GVL SPOT 45 on rail benefits from a solid 3-year warranty, which ensures reliable protection even in the case of intensive use in horticulture. Its passive cooling system limits the risk of overheating, the main cause of malfunctioning horticultural LEDs, and its rail mounting guarantees excellent stability.
Moreover, the brand is known for the quality of its components and a responsive customer service capable of effectively assisting you in case of a malfunction after several months of use.
- What practical advantages does the 360-degree rail mounting system offer for managing the lighting of multiple varieties in the same room with this 45W spotlight?
The 360° rail mounting system of the GVL - SPOT 45 offers exceptional flexibility for lighting multiple varieties in the same room. Each spotlight can be independently rotated 360°, allowing precise adjustment of light according to the specific needs of each plant, without moving the equipment or the plants.
Moreover, up to 20 spotlights can be mounted on a single rail, which greatly simplifies the electrical installation and facilitates the creation of customized lighting zones. This modularity also allows for the separate management of different growth phases by orienting and intensifying the light according to the requirements of each variety.
The whole system ensures uniform distribution, compact installation, and durable lighting thanks to the LED quality and passive cooling, ideal for effective and well-controlled indoor cultivation.
- How can we automate the management of several 45W spots on a single rail to optimize growth according to day/night cycles?
To automate several GVL - SPOT 45 (45W) spots on a 360° rail, it is advisable to group these spots into electrical groups according to the capacity of the rail and your installation. You can then use a digital timer to manage the switching on and off according to the day/night cycles, simulating for example 16 hours of light and 8 hours of darkness.
The 360° rotation of each spot allows for targeted lighting adapted to the different growth phases. For more advanced control, a home automation system or a programmable lighting controller (such as a compatible DMX controller) can manage both the intensity and the schedules, offering fine and customized management of the light cycles.
This modularity gives you the ability to precisely optimize the lighting conditions to promote the growth and health of your indoor plants.
- Is it possible to integrate the GVL SPOT 45 into a home automation system to program the lighting and control the power via an app or a voice assistant?
The GVL - SPOT 45 does not have native home automation compatibility for programming lighting or controlling power via an app or a voice assistant. This spotlight is primarily designed for its performance and installation flexibility on a 360° rail.
However, it is possible to integrate this lighting into a home automation system by using external solutions like smart switches or compatible control modules. This would allow for managing on/off and potentially power via a home automation interface, but it requires additional hardware since the product itself does not have this function.
- What is the noise level of the GVL-SPOT-45-RAIL-230VAC spotlight during its operation and does it impact the ventilation of the room?
The GVL-SPOT-45-RAIL-230VAC operates with a passive cooling system, with no fans or noisy mechanical parts. This means its noise level is very low, even inaudible, providing a quiet ambiance during use.
Moreover, without active ventilation, this spotlight does not impact the ventilation of the room either by emitting noise or displacing air. Thus, you benefit from efficient lighting without disturbing the climate or the sound comfort of your growing space.
- Does the 45W spotlight really last for several years without power decrease or failures? This is a reliability question that is truly critical for horticultural lighting.The GVL Horticultural Spotlight - SPOT 45W is designed to last several years without a notable drop in power, thanks to its CREATE brand LEDs known for their quality and its passive cooling technology that prevents overheating, the main cause of degradation.
The 3-year warranty reflects confidence in its reliability. By ensuring proper installation on a rail and adequate ventilation, you benefit from stable and durable lighting, perfectly suited to the critical requirements of indoor cultivation.
- GVL-SPOT-45-RAIL-230VAC: Is it possible to use multiple spots on a single rail to evenly cover a large area without loss of light power or overheating?
It is entirely possible to use multiple GVL - SPOT 45 - LED Horticultural Lighting on a single rail to evenly cover a large area. Up to 20 spots can be mounted on the same rail without any notable loss of light power, as each spot is independent and adjustable at 360°.
Thanks to an efficient passive cooling system, overheating is minimized even with multiple units installed side by side. This ensures a uniform light distribution and stable performance over time.
