01 — Description
Présentation du produit
SANlight Q6W 2nd Generation
SANlight Q6W is high-end LED horticultural lighting using 6 modules , for better light diffusion. It is capable of covering an area of approximately 100 x 100cm . With a consumption of 245W, you will have high-performance LED lighting that is inexpensive in terms of energy (and therefore money). IP40 certified, this system offers approximately 624 PPF. Like the other models, it has a passive cooling sink, ensuring that your growing space does not heat up too much. It also has high-end 2.2mm OSRAM LEDs , allowing an extended lifespan of approximately 100,000 hours.
The SANlight Q6W offers a lighting angle of 90°, in order to properly concentrate the light towards the canopy of your plants. It is 100% dimmable lighting, just like the other models in the Q range. You will be able to manage the intensity of the lamp to give the plants everything they need!
Requires power cable to operate (not included)
Dimmer not supplied
The advantages of the Q Series
The Q series boosts:
- The quality of your harvest
- The quantity of your harvest
- The homogeneity and quality of your harvest in the growing area
- The cultivation area (for example using several SANlight systems, connecting them)
- Your flexibility (usable as main light source or as additional light source)
- The productivity of your business
The Q Series reduces:
- Energy consumption
- Your electricity costs
- The temperature in your growing space
- Your risks
- Water consumption of your plants
- Harvest time
SANlight Q Series 2nd generation
SANlight has been producing high-end, futuristic LED horticultural lighting for many years. The Q Series is a major evolution in the brand's lighting ranges, it combines flexibility, performance and ease of use for growers.
Each Q lamp is made up of several LED lighting modules, featuring 2.2mm OSRAM chips offering a wide light spectrum for impressive efficiency.
The second optic guides 95% of the photons emitted directly towards the culture space. It also prevents dust from settling, to keep its light power always intact! As for heat, the heat sink easily cools the LEDs to below 70°C.
Certain options such as the dimmer allow the performance of SANlight systems to be considerably expanded, to adapt to all growing conditions. You can also connect several lights together. Consume less, while offering your plants the ultimate in LED horticultural lighting!
02 — Fiche technique
Caractéristiques détaillées
| Coverage area | Rectangular |
| Functions | Not Dimmable |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Thermal management | Passive - Completely silent |
| Power | Between 200W and 300W |
| Power consumption | 245W |
| HPS or MH equivalent | ~340W |
| LEDs | OSRAM chips |
| Spectrum | Full Spectrum |
| Lens angle | 90° |
| Recommended distance from the canopy | 35-40cm |
| Plug & Play | No |
| Mobile app | No |
| Daisy chain | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Zero noise | Yes |
| Temp. working environment | -20°C ~+40°C |
| Size | 825mm |
| Product weight | 6.15kg |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 years |
| Marque | SANlight |
| Dimmer | Oui |
03 — Avis clients
Customer reviews
Comments All reviews
Cette lampe est incroyable, la lumière est puissante et agréable. Je peux travailler à côté sans aucune chaleur, un vrai plus. Livraison impeccable, je suis fan !
Recommended to buy: Yes
C'est un super
C'est un super produit. Facile à utiliser et ça fait vraiment son job. Reçu en bon état, livraison nickel. Je recommande sans hésiter.
Recommended to buy: Yes
04 — Questions sur ce produit
Product questions
Your questions about this product
- Is the dimmer compatible with the SANlight Q6W 245W sold separately or included in a pack with the power cable?The magnetic dimmer compatible with the SANlight Q6W 245W is sold separately and is not included with the power cable nor in any pack. You can find this dimmer as well as the power cable for the SANlight Q2 series on our website. Each lamp requires a single dimmer, which allows power adjustment on four distinct levels.
- What is the exact value of the photon yield in µmol/joule for the SANlight Q6W 245W and its luminous efficiency on the surface covering 1m²?
The SANlight Q6W 245W Gen 2.1 displays a photon yield of 2.54 µmol/J, which is a very solid performance for horticultural lighting. In terms of light flux, it produces about 624 µmol/s of PAR light with a power consumption of 245W.
Regarding luminous efficiency on 1 m², it all depends on the setup and installation distance. While the precise distribution is not specified, this lamp is designed to provide excellent coverage and uniform light suitable for intensive growth under horticultural LEDs.
This lamp is ideal for efficient and economical lighting over an area of about 1 m², optimizing the growth of your plants with high photon efficiency.
- What is the best strategy to differently manage the light intensity of the Sanlight Q6W between the growth phase and the flowering phase in order to optimize productivity and quality of the harvests in an area of about 1m²?
To optimize growth and flowering with the Sanlight Q6W (245W) in 1m², it is essential to adjust the light intensity using its 100% dimmable function:
Growth phase: reduce the intensity to about 50-70% to avoid stress on young plants and promote healthy development. Maintain a photoperiod of 16 to 18 hours for effective photosynthesis.
Flowering phase: gradually increase the intensity to 80-100% to maximize the production of flowers and fruits. The lighting duration can then be reduced to about 12 hours, depending on the specific needs of the plant.
This balanced approach ensures homogeneous, concentrated, and adapted light, optimizing the productivity and quality of your harvests while preserving plant health.
- What lighting power or number of Sanlight Q6W 245W modules is needed to optimize a 1m² growing area while maintaining an ideal temperature in a greenhouse or indoors?
For a growing area of 1 m², a single Sanlight Q6W 245W module is ideal. This powerful LED panel consumes 245W while providing approximately 624 µmol/s of luminous flux at a 90° angle, ensuring homogeneous and intense light for your plants.
The integrated passive cooling system ensures optimal thermal management, preventing overheating and maintaining an ideal temperature indoors or in a greenhouse. This allows you to benefit from efficient lighting without the need for additional cooling equipment.
In summary, a single Q6W 245W is sufficient to effectively cover 1 m² while controlling the temperature and optimizing the growth of your crops.
- What is the optimal maximum cultivation area that I can cover with a single Sanlight Q6W 245W and how many lamps should I plan for a 200 x 200 cm area?The Sanlight Q6W 245W ideally covers an area of approximately 100 x 100 cm. For your 200 x 200 cm space, you will therefore need to plan for 4 lamps to ensure uniform and efficient lighting across the entire area.
- What type of power cable is recommended for the SANlight Q6W 245W and where can I obtain it to optimize connectivity and safety in a micro space?
For your SANlight Q6W 245W, the recommended power cable is of type AWG 16, black PVC with a length of 2 meters. This cable ensures optimal connectivity while guaranteeing the essential safety in a restricted space.
Make sure the cable is compatible with the voltage of your installation (100VAC-240VAC, 50/60Hz) and use a type B 230V circuit breaker to enhance electrical safety. Also, avoid overloading the circuit, as the Q6W consumes 245 watts.
We offer a selection of suitable cables and electrical accessories in our shop, perfect for optimizing the installation of your LED panel. Feel free to check our accessories section to find the right cable.
- What is the actual luminous power per square meter of the Sanlight Q6W 245W for a growing area of 60x60cm in micro-culture?
For a growing area of 60 × 60 cm in micro-culture, the Sanlight Q6W 245W delivers an estimated actual luminous power (PPFD) of about 800 µmol/m²/s at the center of the area. This value greatly exceeds the average calculated over 1 m² (approximately 624 µmol/m²/s), thanks to a homogeneous and concentrated light distribution.
This intensity is particularly suitable for healthy and vigorous growth of your plants under horticultural LED in a limited space. Feel free to adjust the installation height to optimize this light flow according to your specific needs.
- What about reliability over time? Do OSRAM LEDs really last the announced 100,000 hours, and does the passive heatsink effectively prevent overheating over multiple growing seasons?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W uses 2mm² Osram LEDs, recognized for their robustness and longevity. These LEDs are claimed to last up to 100,000 hours while retaining about 90% of their power, thus ensuring stable performance over multiple growing seasons.
The heatsink is passive, without a fan, ensuring silent dissipation and limiting dust ingress. It is designed to maintain an optimal temperature, thereby preventing any overheating that could affect the lifespan of the LEDs.
With a 3-year manufacturer's warranty and a design focused on durability, this model combines reliability and long-term performance. To maximize this longevity, it is advisable to ensure good ventilation and cleanliness of the connections.
- What is the precise value in µmol/J of this Sanlight Q6W 245W 825mm and what is its yield in grams per watt in a 100x100cm indoor greenhouse cultivation?The Sanlight Q6W 245W (825 mm) delivers a PAR flux of about 624 µmol/s with a photon efficiency of 2.54 µmol/J. Over a theoretical period of 24 hours, this corresponds to nearly 54 million µmol/day, although actual cycles are typically 12 to 18 hours long.
For a 100x100 cm area in indoor or greenhouse cultivation, this panel offers an estimated plant yield of between 1.0 and 1.5 grams per watt. With its 245 W, this translates to an approximate production of 245 to 370 grams under optimized conditions.
This model is thus perfectly suited for effective cultivation on 1 m², combining high light performance and good cultivation yield.
- What is the actual consumption in kWh for 1m2 with the SANlight Q6W 245W and what is the PPF/W efficiency under these conditions?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W consumes approximately 0.245 kWh per hour to effectively cover an area of about 1 m². For example, for 12 hours of daily lighting, this corresponds to a consumption of 2.94 kWh per day.
Its PPF/W efficiency is approximately 2.7 µmol/Joule (or 2.7 µmol/s per watt consumed), with a total photosynthetic flux of 624 µmol/s. This is an outstanding performance that ensures excellent light efficiency for your indoor or greenhouse crops.
- What is the reality of heat reduction in a small space with this passive cooling system without sacrificing natural ventilation?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W uses a passive cooling system through an aluminum heat sink, without fans or active mechanisms. This design ensures efficient thermal management, limiting heat buildup in a small space while maintaining a stable temperature.
This system helps prevent overheating without compromising natural ventilation, as it does not generate artificial air circulation. Thus, the ventilation remains intact, a key advantage for maintaining a healthy and optimal environment for your indoor plants.
For an area of about 1 m², a single module is sufficient to ensure both good light diffusion and effective thermal control. In larger areas, using multiple modules can promote an even distribution of heat and light.
In summary, this passive cooling offers real control of heat in small spaces without sacrificing the natural ventilation essential for the proper development of crops.
- What compatible dimmer do you recommend to precisely manage the light intensity of the SANLIGHT Q6W 245W without the risk of overheating or power loss?
To precisely manage the light intensity of your SANLIGHT Q6W 245W without the risk of overheating or power loss, we recommend using the Sanlight M-Dimmer Q-Serie Gen2. This dimmer is specially designed for fixtures in the Q series, offering stable adjustment across four levels (40%, 60%, 80%, and 100%) and allows for individual control per device.
It ensures effective thermal dissipation thanks to a design adapted to the Q6W, preventing any overheating, and even offers a sunrise simulation for a natural light cycle. This dimmer is sold separately and requires a compatible power cable.
- How to connect multiple Sanlight Q6W 245W lamps to optimize the grow room without increasing heat or energy consumption?
To connect multiple Sanlight Q6W 245W lamps and optimize your grow room without increasing heat or energy consumption, it is recommended to use the integrated daisy chain connection. This feature allows powering multiple modules from a single outlet, simplifying installation and limiting cables without increasing the individual consumption of 245W per lamp.
The passive cooling system of the Q6W ensures efficient and quiet heat dissipation, thus avoiding an increase in ambient temperature even with several lamps. For electrical safety, make sure to respect the circuit capacity with an AWG 16 cable and a suitable circuit breaker to avoid any overload.
Finally, the Ready-to-Dim function allows you to adjust the light intensity according to needs, thus optimizing energy management. Each lamp covers approximately 1 m², so consider adjusting their number to the desired area for uniform and effective coverage.
- What is the maximum temperature reached by the passive cooler of the SANlight Q6W 245W in a confined space of 1m2?
The SANlight Q6W 245W features a passive aluminum heatsink, optimized for effective and silent heat dissipation in a confined space of about 1 m². While the exact maximum temperature reached by this heatsink is not officially communicated, it is designed to maintain an ideal temperature ensuring the longevity of the Osram LEDs used (up to 100,000 hours).
This system prevents overheating without requiring active ventilation, making it a reliable choice for indoor or greenhouse cultivation in such space. For accurate measurements, a real-world test would be necessary, but you can trust its robust thermal design.
- What is the best method to synchronize two Sanlight Q6W 245W in parallel while optimizing temperature management and electricity consumption?
To synchronize two Sanlight Q6W 245W in parallel while optimizing temperature management and electricity consumption, the best approach is to:
- Connect the two modules in series via a Wieland connector, ensuring stable power supply and simplified wiring.
- Use a Bluetooth or magnetic dimmer to precisely adjust the light intensity, which limits energy consumption and heat generated.
- Take advantage of the efficient passive cooling of the large heat sinks integrated into the Q6W, while ensuring good ventilation in your growing space to avoid overheating.
- Place the lamps symmetrically and slightly overlapped in height, in order to achieve even light coverage and avoid hot spots.
This method ensures optimal performance, preserves the lifespan of Osram LEDs, and offers you effective control between electricity consumption and thermal management.
- What exact surface can the SANlight Q6W 245W cover in a 60x60 cm micro-cultivation?
The SANlight Q6W 245W is perfectly suited for a 60x60 cm micro-cultivation. Although its standard coverage area is around 100x100 cm (1 m²), it delivers a very high light intensity (about 800 µmol/m²/s at the center) over 60x60 cm, ensuring a homogeneous and powerful light. This configuration guarantees healthy and vigorous plant growth thanks to its 6 modules and a beam angle of 90°.
- How do you manage temperature control with this Sanlight Q6W to avoid overheating in small enclosed spaces?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W features an effective passive cooling system thanks to its aluminum heatsink, which significantly reduces overheating even in small enclosed spaces. To manage the temperature effectively, it is important to:
- Not oversized the number of modules: one Q6W is suitable for about 1 m².
- Ensure minimal ventilation to dissipate the overall heat produced.
- Use the dimmable function to adjust the light intensity and reduce heat according to plant needs.
- Adhere to the recommended electrical power to avoid overload.
These precautions ensure optimal temperature control, thereby protecting your plants and equipment.
- Is the power cable sold separately or available in a pack? Is the dimmer included or only compatible with a specific model? How long before I see a noticeable difference in my plants?
The power cable for the Q6W 245W Sanlight is not provided with the lamp and must be purchased separately. It is an AWG 16 cable suitable for 100-240V mains. However, some packs available at GrowLED include the cable and a compatible dimmer.
The dimmer is not included with the lamp, but the Q6W is only compatible with a specific Sanlight dimmer designed for this range, ensuring optimal control of light intensity.
Regarding growth, you can generally observe a noticeable improvement in your plants after 1 to 2 weeks of regular use, thanks to an optimized light spectrum and strong intensity (624 µmol/s) perfectly suited for all stages of cultivation.
- What are the available options to integrate the dimmer with this Q6W 245W model to manage light intensity in a multiple installation?
To manage the light intensity of the Q6W 245W by Sanlight in a multiple installation, the ideal solution is to use the Sanlight M-Dimmer Q-Serie Gen2. This specific dimmer allows stable power adjustment on four levels (40%, 60%, 80%, 100%) for each lamp, ensuring individualized control and good heat dissipation.
Moreover, the Q6W 245W supports daisy chain connection, simplifying the power supply of multiple modules from a single outlet while maintaining the 245W power per lamp. This greatly facilitates installation and wiring in multiple configurations.
Note that the dimmer and the power cable are sold separately, and their use is essential for optimal system operation.
- What is the noise level of the Sanlight Q6W 245W system in operation, and can it be connected to an external dimmer to easily adjust the light intensity without losing efficiency?The Sanlight Q6W 245W system benefits from passive cooling, making it very quiet, with no fan or disturbing noise during operation, ideal for indoor or greenhouse cultivation.
It is also compatible with an external dimmer thanks to its "Ready-To-Dimm" feature. This allows for easy adjustment of light intensity from 50W to 245W without loss of efficiency, which is perfect for tailoring light to the needs of plants according to their growth phases.
- What exact area can the Sanlight Q6W 245W cover for maximum yield indoors with a standard installation height of 60 cm and what monthly electricity consumption should be expected with an EDF rate of 0.22 euros/kWh?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W ideally covers an area of approximately 1 square meter (100 x 100 cm) with a standard installation height of about 60 cm. This configuration ensures maximum light output due to its high-performance optics, which direct light precisely where your plants need it.
Regarding electricity consumption, when operating at full power (245 W) for 18 hours a day, it represents about 132.3 kWh per month. With an EDF rate of 0.22 €/kWh, the cost amounts to approximately 29.1 euros per month. This estimate can be adjusted based on the lighting duration or the use of a dimmer to modulate the power.
Parameter Detail Covered area ~1 m² (100 x 100 cm) Installation height ~60 cm Electricity consumption 245 W (0.245 kW) at full power Standard lighting duration 18 h/day Monthly consumption ~132.3 kWh Monthly EDF cost (0.22 €/kWh) ~29.1 € - Is the installation of the SANlight Q6W dimmer easy for a beginner, and what additional equipment is absolutely necessary to start my first indoor grow correctly?
The installation of the SANlight Q6W dimmer is designed to be simple, even for a beginner. You just need to download the SANlight Mesh app on an Android or iOS smartphone, then connect the dimmer to the SANlight fixture. With Bluetooth mesh technology, you can create a network to easily control the intensity and light cycles via an intuitive interface.
To start your first indoor grow correctly, you will need the SANlight Q6W fixture, a compatible Bluetooth dimmer, a stable power supply, and a smartphone with the app installed. Additionally, an appropriate grow space (tent or greenhouse), a ventilation system, a substrate or hydroponics, and specific fertilizers will help optimize the growth of your plants.
- What is the maximum area that a 245W Sanlight Q6W installation can cover versus the total electrical consumption for 1m²?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W ideally covers an area of approximately 1 m² with homogeneous and powerful lighting, perfect for indoor or greenhouse cultivation.
For this area, the total electrical consumption is 245 watts. This corresponds to an excellent light yield of 624 µmol/s of PAR flux with an efficiency of 2.54 µmol/Joule, ensuring efficient and suitable lighting for your plants.
For larger areas, multiple units will need to be used to maintain optimal light coverage.
- For a cultivation area of 80x80 cm, can the Sanlight Q6W be used effectively without causing overheating or overly intense lighting?
For a cultivation area of 80x80 cm, the Sanlight Q6W 245W is perfectly suited. Its power and 90° angle ensure a slightly broader homogeneous coverage than your area, guaranteeing well-distributed light without shadow zones.
Thanks to passive cooling, the risk of overheating is very low, even close to the plants. Furthermore, the ready-to-dim function allows you to adjust the light intensity according to growth needs, thus avoiding overly intense light.
Simply adjust the installation height and intensity to benefit from powerful, efficient lighting without thermal excess, ideal for indoor or greenhouse cultivation on this area.
- growth kit for 100x100 cultivation with Sanlight Q6W feasible and easy to upgrade LED or do I have to change all the lighting?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W is ideal for a cultivation area of 100x100 cm, providing powerful and uniform lighting thanks to its OSRAM LEDs. Its modular design allows for an easy upgrade: you can start with a single module and then add other Sanlight units to intensify or expand your light area without having to replace everything.
This flexibility makes the Q6W a smart choice for a growing beginner kit, which will accompany your progress without imposing a complete reinvestment in lighting.
- What actual light output at canopy level can we expect from the Sanlight Q6W 245W over an area of 100x100cm, taking into account dispersion and dimmability?
The Sanlight Q6W 245W installed at 40-60 cm from the canopy provides homogeneous and powerful light over 1 m², with a PAR flux of approximately 624 µmol/s. Its secondary 3D optical design ensures more than 95% of the photons are directed towards your plants, maximizing lighting efficiency. The 90° light angle guarantees even distribution, minimizing losses due to dispersion.
Thanks to the dimmable feature via the SANlight Mesh app, the power can be adjusted between 50 W and 245 W, offering great flexibility to support different growth phases or optimize electricity consumption. Thus, you achieve a perfectly calibrated light intensity to effectively stimulate the development of your canopy over the targeted area.
