Sunshine Systems UFO LED Grow Light Review

The UFO LED light is the top selling light of this type being sold, according to Sunshine Systems, the manufacturer. In order to explain this phenomenon, this Sunshine Systems UFO LED Grow Light Review will look to see why this is true. This light is not the only one of the style or design. A look at the catalogue of many manufacturers of this type of system, will reveal that most offer one or more of these types of lights. The name refers to the unique and interesting round design of the light and the fact that it is covered in multi-colored LED lamps. The design may cause one to look at the plants growing underneath the light for crop circles that have mysteriously grown in the plants overnight. The light does offer the advantage of growing plants in a room that is otherwise dark.

Technical Specifications

This particular lamp features LED lamps in a series. These lamps are affixed permanently to the lamp and should never need replacement. These lamps add together producing 90 wats of power. They work in temperatures of 4F to 104F. It provides the needed light for plants at all growth stages. The power source operates from 120-260 volts, and works in Europe, North America and Asia. This small, seven pound lamp is 270 x 60 mm, relatively small when compared with the other styles of lights available. Still, when users follow the package directions, the light covers a full twelve feet of growing area. Users may need to adjust length of time the light is on, but general guidelines are 14-16 hours daily prior to flowering and10-12 hours daily when flowering. A hanging kit is included with the light.

Cost

The cost of the lamp being reviewed will vary according to the place of purchase. Generally, the lamp will cost users between $250 and $300. Buyers will probably find other brands that look similar selling for less than $200. However the difference in price is largely a reflection of quality. The light from the Sunshine model is steady and even helping to guarantee that plants become large quickly. In addition, the model is friendly to the environment and contains no mercury. Cheaper models may not follow these same guidelines. This grow lamp use 80 percent less energy than many other lamps, saving the total money spent in the end.

Pros

When compared to other lamps, this one offers energy efficiency. It provides the 80 percent savings in energy, but also does not heat up the growing room. The life cycle is a minimum of 50,000 hours. The lamp is effective for growing large flower in the home. The plants bud and bloom at a rapid rate, but the light is gentle enough for use during any life stage. This allows owners to grow several types of plants simultaneously. There is no need for matching growth cycles. The light is also versatile, offering help for hydroponics, soil and aeroponics. It can be used in any greenhouses and all indoor gardens. Maintenance costs are kept low with the lamps that never need replacement.

Cons

The primary downside of these lights is that they cost more initially. They are useful in home settings, but impractical when it is necessary to garden inside the home while maintaining a budget. However gardeners that are able to squeeze the money from the budget will begin to realize all the advantages of this system. The highly efficient energy system offsets the initial cost in a few weeks. In time, owners will find that they are able to save not only energy costs but also the cost of the fixture itself. These unique and popular features make part of the driving force behind the popularity LED light and are making this lamp more popular than any other is.