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250 Watt HPS – Energy Efficiency in a Grow Lamp is Possible

February 27, 2012 – 2:51 pm

Many people think of grow lamps as energy hogs. Modern technology is changing that. In fact, many grow lights are more efficient than incandescent bulbs still used in many homes throughout the US. The most popular options for grow lights are the fluorescent, metal halide, and HPS bulbs. Each of these bulbs has their advantages and disadvantages. Fluorescent bulbs are a popular option for home gardens since they are cool to the touch and easy to use. However, you will need at least two full size fluorescent bulbs to replace a single 250 watt HPS.

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CFL Grow Bulbs – Comparing Incandescent Bulbs with CFL Grow Bulbs

February 13, 2012 – 4:17 pm

Declaring the winner before the contest starts is bad form. However, when it comes to indoor gardening, CFL grow bulbs are hands down the better bulb when compared to incandescent light bulbs. First, they last much longer. The typical life span of an incandescent bulb is usually no more than 1,500 hours at the maximum. In comparison, Compact fluorescent bulbs have a lifespan of up to 10,000 hours. That is almost 7 times the life span of an incandescent. This longer life means you do not have to change the bulb as often. It also helps to save money and keep light bulbs out of the landfill.

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Metal Halide Grow Lights – Just the Facts about Metal Halide Grow Lights

February 6, 2012 – 2:05 pm

Metal halide grow lights produce a large amount of light from a small bulb. This bulb uses an electric arc to heat up a specific mixture of gases. With the halide lights, the gases are specifically halide gases, which are gases that include a halogen atom, combined with fluoride, chloride, bromide, iodide, or astatine compounds. These lights also contain argon gas and mercury gas. The argon gas easily ignites and vaporizes the halide gases and the mercury. That action is what causes the light to come. A great deal of light comes out of a small lamp. That is great for those who want a small light in their grow space.

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