FLEX10 - Compact Linear Led Horticultural Lighting - 10W

Your questions about this product

• Is this 10W FLEX10 LED lighting easy to install for a beginner like me, and is it really effective in helping my plants grow at home?
  FLEX10 - compact 10W linear horticultural LED lighting is designed to be easy to install, even for a beginner. Generally, it only requires mounting the fixture on the wall or ceiling using the provided brackets, and then plugging it in: a quick and accessible installation. It's important to adjust the height so that the light properly reaches your plants.
  
  Regarding its efficiency, this type of LED lighting is ideal: it offers a light spectrum suitable for plant growth with a good balance between red and blue light, which stimulates photosynthesis. Furthermore, it consumes low power and generates little heat, thereby limiting risks to your indoor crops.
  
  To start smoothly, simply follow the instructions and observe your plants' reactions. If you want more powerful lighting or for a larger area, we also offer horticultural LED panels and bars suitable for your projects.
• What is the luminous efficiency in µmol per joule of the FLEX10 and how does it compare to a CMH 315W lighting in terms of growth and heat?

  The luminous efficiency of the FLEX10 is estimated to be between 2.5 and 3 µmol/J, which is very good for a 10W compact horticultural LED lighting. This type of LED delivers a targeted red and blue spectrum, ideal for photosynthesis and therefore plant growth.

  Compared to CMH 315W lighting, the FLEX10 consumes much less energy and generates significantly less heat, making indoor climate management easier and reducing thermal stress on your crops. In terms of growth, even though the total power is lower, LED light provides better photosynthetic efficiency per watt consumed due to a more suitable spectrum.

  In summary, for a small surface area or domestic use, the FLEX10 is an excellent performing, economical, and easy-to-manage choice, while the CMH 315W would be more suitable for high light intensity needs but with higher consumption and heat.

• Can the FLEX10 easily connect to a standard power supply or do I need to buy a specific driver to use it indoors?
  The FLEX10, like most horticultural LED lights, requires a specific driver to operate properly indoors. Indeed, it requires a direct current power supply suitable for its 10 W power. A standard alternating current power supply will not be suitable, as it does not guarantee the safety or optimal performance of the lamp.

  Using an appropriate driver ensures a stable and secure power supply, thus extending the lifespan of the FLEX10. We strongly recommend acquiring a driver compatible with 10 W to fully benefit from this specialized LED lighting.

• Can the flex10 10w be used as the main lighting in a 60x60 cm growing space, or is it more suitable as supplementary lighting only?

  The FLEX10 – 10 W is a compact and linear LED lighting, rather designed for supplementary use. On a surface of 60x60 cm, its power remains too low to ensure effective and uniform main lighting, especially if your plants require high light intensity.

  For successful cultivation in this space, it is preferable to opt for a horticultural LED panel with higher power or a solution combining several suitable light sources. The FLEX10 will be ideal to strengthen a main setup or light up specific areas.

• Is integration possible with a voice assistant for controlling brightness and intensity? Is it compatible with standard 12V or 24V power supplies? Does it have integrated monitoring of temperature and humidity, or is it compatible with external sensors? Is the mounting system compatible with standard cultivation rails and supports?

  The SANlight FLEX10 is a compact, high-performance linear horticultural lighting system, but it does not offer native integration with voice assistants for controlling brightness or intensity. Regarding the power supply, specific specifications regarding compatibility with standard 12V or 24V supplies are not detailed, so it is important to check the required voltage and current indicated on the product.

  This model also does not have built-in monitoring of temperature or humidity, nor direct compatibility with external sensors. However, it can be associated with external management systems according to your installations.

  Finally, the mounting system of the SANlight FLEX10 is designed to be compatible with standard supports in indoor cultivation, making it easy to integrate on rails or other customary structures.

• What criteria should I consider to integrate the FLEX10 into a differentiated management strategy for growth and flowering?

  To integrate the FLEX10 - Compact Linear LED Horticultural Lighting - 10W into a differentiated strategy between growth and flowering, several criteria are essential:

  1. Light spectrum: the FLEX10 offers a balanced full spectrum between red and blue light. For growth, prioritize blue wavelengths that promote vegetative development, while for flowering, focusing on red will stimulate flower production.

  2. Consumption and heat: its low consumption (10W) and limited heat allow for maintaining an optimal environment, especially during flowering when thermal stress should be avoided.

  3. Cultivation area: adjust the number of FLEX10 according to the area for homogeneous distribution and maximum efficiency.

  4. Light output: with 2.5 to 3 µmol/J, this lamp provides effective light to support both phases.

  5. Photoperiod: adjust the lighting duration: a longer period to promote growth, a shorter one to induce flowering.

  By mastering these parameters, the FLEX10 perfectly integrates into a differentiated management, ensuring suitable lighting for each stage of cultivation.

• What is the light output in micromol per joule of the FLEX10 10W for a surface of 1.5x1.5 meters and how does its energy efficiency compare to other horticultural lamps on the current market?

  The FLEX10 - Compact Linear Horticultural Lighting - 10W has an estimated light output between 2.5 and 3 µmol/J, which indicates very good energy efficiency for an LED of this power.

  For a surface area of 1.5 x 1.5 meters, its 90° lens and full spectrum ensure an even distribution of light, optimal for plant growth. Compared to classic horticultural lamps, the FLEX10 is in the upper range of efficiency, competing with high-end LEDs while consuming little energy.

  Unlike higher-wattage HPS or MH lamps, it emits little heat, allowing it to be placed close to crops without risk, thus maximizing light benefit.

  In summary, this small powerhouse offers a rare balance between energy savings, suitable spectrum, and effective coverage, ideal for a cultivation space of about 2.25 m².

• For a surface of 60x60, is the FLEX10 sufficient as the main lighting, or should it be complemented with other light sources?
  The FLEX10, with its 10 W, is an excellent full-spectrum LED horticultural light, but it is too weak to effectively cover a 60x60 cm area as the main light. For this size, it is better to opt for a system delivering between 50 and 150 W to ensure good plant development.

  The FLEX10 will be ideal as a supplementary light, for rooting or growing young plants. For effective main lighting over 0.36 m², consider supplementing with several LED sources or a more powerful lamp suited to the size of your space.

• What is the exact watt consumption for a cultivation area of 1m² with the FLEX10 and what is the light yield per watt compared to other 10W models?
  The FLEX10 consumes exactly 10W per unit. To cover a cultivation area of 1 m² according to standard practices (150 to 300W/m²), you would need to use between 15 and 30 FLEX10 bars, resulting in a total consumption between 150 and 300W.

  In terms of light efficiency, the FLEX10 offers an efficiency of 2.5 to 3 µmol/J, which is very good for a compact 10W LED. This efficiency exceeds that of lower-end models (1.5 to 2.5 µmol/J) and approaches the best products in this category, although high-power horticultural panels can achieve slightly more.

  In summary, the FLEX10 is ideal for small areas or supplemental lighting, but for 1 m² of main cultivation, you need to multiply the number of bars to reach the recommended power.

• Does the FLEX10 maintain stable performance without notable degradation of light output after several months of intensive use in cultivation?

  The FLEX10 benefits from the renowned quality of Sanlight LEDs, designed to offer durability and stable performance. While there are no precise data on degradation after several months of intensive use, these LEDs generally maintain more than 90% of their initial luminous flux over long periods, provided they are used under normal conditions.

  Therefore, you can rely on stable light output and very low degradation with the FLEX10, ideal for your crops requiring constant and reliable lighting.

• What is the precise electrical consumption of the FLEX10 10W horticultural LED, what is the usable surface area, and what is the actual luminous efficiency in µmol per joule, and how does it consume without the provided power supply?

  The FLEX10 consumes precisely 10W while operating. It effectively covers a usable area of approximately 1.5 x 1.5 meters, providing uniform light suitable for your plants' growth. Its luminous efficiency is remarkable with 2.5 to 3 µmol/Joule, ensuring a good balance between power and energy efficiency.

  The power supply is not provided with the FLEX10, so a compatible unit will need to be purchased separately for operation. Thanks to its low consumption and optimized thermal management, it can be placed close to crops without the risk of excessive heat.

• What is the maximum recommended area for optimal coverage of this FLEX10 lamp for supplemental use during the flowering phase?

  The FLEX10 - Compact Linear Horticultural Lighting - 10W lamp is ideal for supplemental use during the flowering phase over an area of approximately 1.5 x 1.5 meters, which is 2.25 m². This size allows the lamp to deliver homogeneous and efficient light thanks to its 90° beam angle and full spectrum, while limiting heat to avoid plant stress.

  For larger coverage, simply adjust the number of FLEX10 lamps according to the total area to be illuminated, ensuring optimal light support during flowering.

• What is the optimal cultivation area for efficient lighting with the SANlight FLEX10 10W in indoor horticulture?

  The SANlight FLEX10 10W is a compact linear LED lighting ideal for small cultivation areas, particularly for young plants or cuttings. With its 10W, equivalent to about 20W in HPS, and an angle of illumination of about 90°, it effectively covers a few dozen square centimeters.

  For optimal efficiency, it is recommended to position the FLEX10 at a height that ensures an even distribution of light without the risk of overheating. In a larger area or denser crops, multiple units can be combined to ensure uniform and efficient lighting.

• What are the real advantages of using the FLEX10 as additional lighting during the flowering phase compared to traditional main lighting in terms of spectrum and light coverage?

  The FLEX10, with its 10W, is an excellent additional lighting option during flowering due to its targeted red/blue light spectrum, optimized to stimulate photosynthesis and floral development. Its high output (2.5 to 3 µmol/J) ensures remarkable light efficiency while limiting energy consumption.

  In comparison with traditional main lighting (HPS, MH), the FLEX10 generates much less heat, thereby reducing thermal stress on the plants and facilitating climate control. Its compact, rectangular design allows for flexible installation near the plants, improving light coverage in more difficult areas and ensuring uniform flowering by eliminating shadow zones.

  In summary, the FLEX10 perfectly complements main installations by providing an appropriate spectrum, better thermal management, and targeted coverage, which promotes more balanced and efficient floral development.

• Does the FLEX10 10W provide sufficient light intensity to replace a traditional soil lighting during the growth phase or is it mainly suitable as supplementary lighting in hydroponics?

  The FLEX10 - Compact Linear Horticultural Lighting 10W delivers adequate light intensity to stimulate plant growth, thanks to its balanced spectrum and an efficacy of 2.5 to 3 µmol/J. It is particularly effective for cuttings and plants in early development.

  For a complete replacement of traditional soil lighting during the growth phase, it may lack power over a large area. In this case, it is advisable to use several FLEX10 units to ensure sufficient and uniform light coverage.

  In hydroponics, it is perfect as targeted supplementary lighting, especially to support root growth and young shoots.