01 — Description
Présentation du produit
Introduction
The Kappa series from Solux is specially designed to provide maximum efficiency in any interior project. This innovative fixture incorporates Samsung's latest horticultural LEDs and an advanced passive cooling system, ensuring exceptional performance and increased longevity.
Product presentation
The Kappa luminaire combines high quality LEDs and cooling with no moving parts, eliminating maintenance and noise issues. It delivers optimal light for crops, ensuring abundant harvests and reduced energy consumption. Thanks to its ingenious design, the light is evenly distributed, reaching even the lowest leaves.
Benefits and Features
Energy Saving and Optimization
- Minimal heat production : Reduces the need for additional air conditioning and ventilation.
- Samsung chip quality : Specific to horticulture, ensuring a better light spectrum.
- Easy to install : Plug & Play for quick installation.
- Without moving parts : Silent and maintenance-free operation.
- Tested and proven : By professional producers for guaranteed results.
Compact design
- Compact model : With two quick anchor points for easy installation.
- Aluminum Heatsink : Effectively eliminates heat, extending the life of LEDs.
Exceptional Return
- Lifespan : More than 50,000 hours thanks to Samsung LEDs.
- Energy efficiency : 2.4 μmol/J for optimal performance.
- Full Spectrum : 150W of Full Spectrum light for all growth and flowering phases.
- Done Power Source : Provides stable and efficient power.
Technical specifications
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|
| LED chip | Samsung specific to horticulture |
| Efficiency | 2.4 μmol/J |
| PPF | 1180 μmol/s |
| Color temperature | 3000 K - 4000 K + red |
| Light spectrum | Full Spectrum |
| Power consumption | 150W |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Tension | 220 - 240 AC |
| Covered area | Optimal for 1.2 m² with 3 bars (450 W) |
Instructions
- Installation : Secure the fixture using the quick anchor points.
- Connection : Simply plug into a 220-240 AC power source.
- Positioning : Place the fixture at a suitable height to evenly cover your growing space.
- Maintenance : No maintenance required thanks to passive cooling with no moving parts.
FAQs
How to install the Kappa light fixture?
- The Kappa model is designed for easy installation with quick anchor points. Follow the installation instructions to attach the fixture securely.
What is the light spectrum of Kappa?
- Kappa offers a full spectrum ideal for all phases of plant growth and flowering.
Does the Kappa require maintenance?
- No, thanks to its passive cooling system, the Kappa operates silently without the need for maintenance.
Where can I find more information about LED horticultural lighting?
Conclusion
The Solux Kappa Series luminaire is the perfect tool to optimize your indoor crops. Thanks to its advanced technology and practical design, it guarantees exceptional results with remarkable energy efficiency. Invest in Kappa for bountiful harvests and a sustainable growing solution.
To learn more about our products and get tips on horticultural lighting, visit our GrowLED blog .
04 — Questions about this product
Product questions
Your questions about this product
- Real power of the 150W Solux Kappa bar on a micro-cultivation surface of about 60x60 cm?
The Solux Kappa 150W LED horticultural bar is designed for a longer optimal surface area (approximately 60x120 cm). On a small 60x60 cm surface, the total nominal power of 150W remains the same, but the light intensity per zone is higher, ensuring superior illumination.You simply need to adjust the height to even out the light and avoid potential stress on your plants. This bar is therefore perfectly suitable for your 60x60 cm space, providing effective lighting for growth and flowering.
- Is this full spectrum LED bar easy to integrate into a beginner's evolving kit, and can I easily add additional bars to cover a larger area without changing the power supply?
The
150 W full spectrum LED bar – 90 cm is designed to be easy to integrate into a beginner’s evolving kit. Its installation is generally plug & play with suitable supports, ideal for gradual progress in indoor cultivation.
To add additional bars and cover a larger area, it is quite possible, provided that the power supply is sized to support the cumulative power of the modules. If the initial power supply is designed with sufficient margin, you will be able to connect several bars without replacing it. Otherwise, it will be necessary to opt for a more powerful supply or a supply per bar.
This flexibility is standard in modular horticultural lighting systems, allowing easy adaptation of the installation to growth and flowering needs.
- For coverage of 1.2m² with 3 bars of 150W each, how much surface will a single 150W bar approximately cover?
For an installation of 3 LED bars of 150 W covering approximately 1.2 m², a single 150 W bar will therefore cover approximately 0.4 m². This estimate is based on an even distribution of light, but keep in mind that the height and angle of installation can influence this effective surface.
- Does the warranty really cover the Samsung LED components for more than 3 years and is the customer service responsive in case of a defect on this 150W Solux Kappa horticultural bar with passive cooling?
The 150W Solux Kappa horticultural bar uses Samsung LEDs known for their durability and a lifespan of over 50,000 hours, ensuring excellent longevity. However, the available information does not specify a specific warranty covering these components beyond 3 years.Regarding customer service, our team at GrowLED is always attentive and responsive to assist you in case of any issues, even though no public data precisely details this responsiveness for this model.Finally, the cast aluminum design with tempered glass provides good protection against moisture and shocks, enhancing the product's reliability in the long term.
- Can you connect multiple Solux Kappa 150W bars in parallel to a single socket with a power strip without the risk of electrical overload?
You can definitely connect multiple Solux Kappa 150W bars in parallel to the same socket via a power strip, without the risk of overload, as long as the total power does not exceed the maximum capacity of the power strip. Each bar consumes 150 W, so for example, 3 bars total 450 W, well below the 2800-3000 W supported by most quality power strips.
- Does the passive cooling of the Solux Kappa 150W LED bar really guarantee a total absence of overheating and does it not impact the actual lifespan achieved in intensive use?
The passive cooling of the Solux Kappa 150W LED bar, thanks to its grooved aluminum fins, ensures efficient heat dissipation without noise or maintenance. This significantly reduces the risk of overheating, a key factor in extending the lifespan of the LEDs, especially under intensive use.
However, it does not guarantee a total absence of overheating as this also depends on the surrounding conditions. In summary, this system is very well designed to maintain a stable temperature and preserve the longevity of your horticultural lighting, while avoiding the constraints related to fans.
- What installation height will ensure uniform light coverage over 1.2m² with the Solux Pro 150W full spectrum bar?
For uniform light coverage over an area of approximately 1.2 m² with the Solux Pro 150W Full Spectrum LED grow bar, the optimal installation height is between 30 and 35 cm above the foliage. This distance ensures homogeneous lighting and a sufficient PPFD to effectively stimulate growth and flowering, without risk of stress to the plants.
- What height do you recommend to install this 150W full spectrum LED bar to optimize coverage and yield over an area of 12 m² with continuous operation during growth and flowering?
To optimize the coverage and yield of your 150W full spectrum LED bar over 12 m², it is essential to adjust the height according to the growth phases:
- Seeding and young plants: 45 to 60 cm to avoid burns and diffuse soft light.
- Vegetative growth: 35 to 45 cm for moderate intensity promoting dense growth.
- Flowering: 15 to 30 cm, with careful monitoring of the leaves to avoid excess intensity.
A single 150W bar effectively covers about 0.6 to 1.2 m². For 12 m², multiple bars should be installed in a network, evenly spaced to ensure uniform light distribution.
Using reflective surfaces around the growing area will enhance light diffusion and maximize LED efficiency.
Adhering to these heights and this distribution ensures an excellent balance between intensity and coverage, effectively stimulating photosynthesis, growth, and flowering of your plants.
- What is the ideal height for positioning the Solux Kappa 150W LED strip to ensure an even distribution of light over an area of approximately 1.2 m²?
For an area of approximately 1.2 m², the ideal height for positioning the Solux Kappa 150W LED strip is generally between 30 and 60 cm. This ensures a good distribution of light while avoiding light stress on the plants. It is important to adjust this height according to the density and growth stage of the plants: higher during growth, lower during flowering.
For optimal coverage over 1.2 m², it is often recommended to use several strips, for example, three 150W strips for a total power of 450W, better distributed in height and width. Also, remember to adjust the installation angle to maximize light diffusion.
- What is the ideal height to install this LED bar to perfectly cover 1.2 m² while optimizing growth and flowering?
To perfectly cover 1.2 m² with one or more 150W - 90 cm Full Spectrum horticultural LED bars, the ideal installation height is generally between 30 and 60 cm above the top of the plants. This distance allows for optimizing growth and flowering while avoiding light stress.
In your case, for good light distribution over 1.2 m², it is often recommended to use three bars spaced evenly. Start at 60 cm and gradually adjust the height according to the development of the plants to maintain uniform lighting and promote balanced growth.
- Can we connect several Kappa bars together to cover more than 1.2 m² without loss of efficiency or overheating?
It is entirely possible to connect several Solux Kappa 150W bars in parallel to cover an area greater than 1.2 m² without loss of efficiency or risk of overheating, provided that the power supply is suitable for the total power of the modules.
To ensure an even distribution of light and avoid plant stress, it is essential to adjust the height of the bars, generally around 30 cm above the tips. Their passive cooling system ensures efficient heat dissipation, minimizing the risk of overheating even with multiple bars installed.
In summary, with good planning of the electrical installation and thoughtful positioning, you can increase the illuminated area while maintaining optimal efficiency.
- What optimal height do you recommend for installing the 150W Kappa LED bar in a micro-culture space of less than 1m² to ensure uniform coverage without the risk of leaf burn?
To install the 150 W Kappa LED bar in a cultivation space of less than 1 m², we recommend positioning it between
45 and 60 cm above the tops of the plants. This distance ensures uniform light coverage while minimizing the risk of leaf burn.
The best approach is to start closer to 60 cm and adjust based on your plants' reactions: if they seem to stretch, you can lower the bar a bit. Also, make sure to maintain an ambient temperature between 18 and 25°C for an optimal environment.
Using an adjustable fixture will facilitate these adjustments and ensure healthy growth during both the vegetative and flowering stages.
- What is the ideal height to position the Kappa 150W LED bar to ensure uniform coverage and optimize plant growth over 1m²?
To ensure uniform coverage and optimize plant growth over 1 m² with the Kappa 150W LED bar – 90 cm, it is advisable to place it at a height of about
80 to 100 cm above the top of the plants during the growing and flowering phases. This distance allows for good light distribution while avoiding photostress.
If you are using several bars for truly homogeneous coverage, you can position them a little higher, between 90 and 120 cm. However, for young plants or germination, a minimum of 60 cm is recommended to avoid excessive light intensity.
To maximize efficiency over 1 m², keep in mind that using at least two bars is ideal, but a single bar well-positioned at 80-100 cm remains effective for a clean and successful crop.
- Is the Solux Kappa 150W full spectrum LED bar suitable for a micro space of 60x60 cm, with adequate efficiency and thermal dissipation to avoid overheating in a compact box?
The Solux Kappa 150W Full Spectrum LED bar is perfectly suited for a micro space of 60x60 cm. Its concentrated power of 150W provides excellent light penetration, ideal for optimizing growth and flowering in a limited volume, provided the distance to the plants is well adjusted to avoid light stress.
Its passive cooling, thanks to aluminum fins, ensures effective thermal dissipation without fans, thus avoiding the risk of overheating and noise in your compact box. This system also guarantees a long lifespan for the equipment and a stable environment for your crops.
In summary, this LED bar offers a full spectrum, high efficiency, and excellent thermal management, making it an excellent choice for your growing micro space.
- what is the optimal distance between the Solux Kappa 150W LED bar and my plants to maximize growth without the risk of burning
To maximize the growth of your plants with the Solux Kappa 150W Horticultural LED Bar (90 cm Full Spectrum) without risking burns, it is important to adjust the height according to the growth stage:
- Growth phase: Place the bar between 60 and 80 cm above the plants. This distance ensures sufficient light without stress.
- Flowering phase: Move the bar closer, between 15 and 25 cm, ideally using 3 bars to cover a surface of approximately 1.2 m² without the risk of burns.
A good starting point is 60 cm: observe your plants and adjust the distance if they stretch (bring closer) or show signs of light stress (move away). The passive cooling system of this bar limits overheating, thus securing nearby lighting.
Also, maintain an ambient temperature between 18 and 25°C for an optimal environment.
- What is the ideal height for installing the Solux Kappa 150W fixture to evenly cover a growing area of 1.2 m² while ensuring an effective full spectrum during all growth and flowering phases?
For the Solux Kappa 150W LED Horticultural Bar - 90 cm Full Spectrum, the ideal installation height to evenly cover an area of 1.2 m² is between 30 and 60 cm above the tops of the plants. It is advised to start at 60 cm to avoid any stress or burning, then adjust according to your plants' reactions.
For optimal coverage, the use of three LED bars arranged evenly is recommended. The Full Spectrum ensures suitable and effective lighting throughout all growth and flowering phases, while the passive cooling system ensures good thermal management without the risk of overheating.
- What installation height do you recommend for optimal performance over a 1m² area with this 150W full spectrum horticultural LED bar?
For a 150 W full spectrum horticultural LED bar covering 1 m², the ideal installation height is between 30 and 50 cm above the plants. This distance ensures optimal light intensity for growth and flowering while avoiding the risk of burns due to being too close.
We recommend starting the installation at around 40 cm, then adjusting according to your plants' reaction: if they stretch, bring the bar slightly closer, and if they show signs of stress or burning, move it away.
This practice ensures a perfect balance between uniform coverage and light power suitable for your indoor cultivation.
- What installation height do you recommend to optimize light penetration and spectral distribution on a surface of 1.2 m² with the Solux Pro 150W Full Spectrum LED horticultural bar?
To optimize light penetration and spectral distribution over an area of approximately 1.2 m² with the 150W Full Spectrum LED Horticultural Bar (90 cm), it is recommended to install the bar between 30 and 60 cm above the plants if you are using a single bar. This height allows for a good balance between light intensity and uniformity, during both the growth and flowering phases.
If you opt for multiple bars (for example, three) to evenly cover your 1.2 m², position them rather between 60 and 100 cm in height. This ensures an even distribution without the risk of burning.
Finally, always adjust the height based on the plants' reaction: if they stretch or show signs of stress, move the light source closer or further away. An adjustable stand is very useful for following this development.
- What is the ideal height to position this 150W horticultural bar to ensure optimal light distribution over approximately 12m² and limit heat in the growing area?
To ensure optimal light distribution over approximately 12 m² with the 150W LED horticultural bar - 90cm Full Spectrum, it is recommended to hang each bar between 30 and 60 cm above the plants. This height ensures a good balance between sufficient light intensity and limiting thermal stress.
Given that a single bar covers approximately 0.6 to 1.2 m², several bars should be installed distributed regularly (at least 10 to 20) to effectively cover the entire area of 12 m² and avoid shadow or overheating areas.
Finally, to limit heat, ensure to maintain this space and use reflective surfaces around your growing area, if possible, to optimize light diffusion without increasing temperature.
- With an efficiency of 2.4 umol per joule at 150 W, what is the maximum value of PPFD measured at the ground for this Solux Kappa bar at a height of 90 cm?
With an efficiency of 2.4 µmol/J at 150 W, the horticultural bar Solux Kappa 150W delivers a total PPF of about 1180 µmol/s. Considering a concentrated illuminated area of approximately 0.4 m² at 90 cm height, the maximum PPFD at the ground is estimated to be around 2900 µmol/m²/s. This estimate reflects a homogeneous light distribution and allows for optimal growth indoors at this installation height.
- Possible integration with home automation system for remote control and scheduling?
The 150W LED Horticultural Bar - 90cm Full Spectrum does not have native compatibility with a home automation system for remote control or scheduling. This model is designed for simple and efficient use, without specific home automation integration options.
For full home automation control, it is preferable to opt for models like the BloomLED SpectraWILD L900 PRO, which are specifically designed to be remotely controlled via a dedicated console.
- What is the PPFD curve at 30cm under the Solux Kappa 150W horticultural bar to optimize growth and flowering yield?
For the Solux Kappa 150W 90 cm Full Spectrum LED horticultural bar, the PPFD curve at 30 cm under the lamp is approximately 1680 µmol/m²/s. This intensity is very high, ideal for highly focused lighting or young plants with high light demands.
However, to optimize growth and flowering by ensuring a good light distribution and avoiding excessive photo stress, it is better to position the bar between 80 and 100 cm from the top of the plants. At this height, the light remains sufficient for photosynthesis while uniformly covering about 1 m².
In summary, 30 cm provides a strong point intensity (1680 µmol/m²/s), but for optimal indoor growing yield, prefer a greater distance, between 80 and 100 cm.
