LIGHTWAVE T5 96 W 2 /4 TUBES GROWTH [refurbished]

The T5 lighting system has proven to be a real breakthrough, both for plant growth and aquariums.

A real alternative, fluorescent tubes, now exist for all phases of growth, plants as well as fish and reptiles.

The advantages of LightWave.

-Perfect color temperature for plants, aquariums and reptiles.

- Just look at the results!

- Its reduced heat output allows for closer positioning to plants, fish or other animals.

- Ideal for use in enclosed areas.

T5 fluorescent tubes have a more durable light output and are generally less expensive than HID lamps.

T5 fluorescent fixtures take up minimal space and can be hung horizontally or vertically. LightWave T5 stimulates vegetative growth AS WELL AS fruiting and flowering.

The use of the T5 system during the propagation of your plants allows a harmonious growth as well as their fleshing out with short internodes and thick stems.

Unlike other fluorescent systems, it can be used throughout the growth cycle of your crops to produce high quality adult plants, thanks to its reduced heat build-up.

LW 24-HO

Tubes 4 x 24 W 6500 °K (included)

Total : 96 W

Intensity : Â 3 300 lumens .

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How does a T5 tube work? The T5 is a particular type of high flux fluorescent tube. It is much brighter than the old compact fluorescents (2 X55 W or 4X55W).

It is designed to diffuse a balance of colors suitable for plant growth and fish care. They are therefore proposed here as an alternative to standard fluorescent tubes or sodium vapor (HPS).

Fluorescent tubes are always defined as cooler light sources than HID systems, which is absolutely correct. Nevertheless, T5s produce more light than older tubes and the release of a certain amount of heat, even if contained, is therefore unavoidable.

The laws of physics impose a harsh discipline. However, they are unquestionably cooler and can be placed much closer to the plants or aquarium than HID lamps.

A huge advantage in terms of effective light output.

Closer = brighter.

The inverse square laws postulate that the light projected onto a surface is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source. This basically means that the closer your lamps are to your plants, the better they are, but much better than you can imagine. The distance is divided by two and the lighting is multiplied by four.

Technically speaking, the inverse square law only applies to point sources of light. Since fluorescent lamps are long thin tubes, they can be considered more like linear sources, which behave slightly differently. The fact is, however, that fluorescent lamps, including the powerful T5 tubes, can be placed very close to plants.

The raw power of T5 is considered to outperform the deeper penetration of HID lamps.

Limited height: The T5 tubes are mounted inside reflectors and the total depth of the device is thus relatively reduced. This advantage, combined with the closest possible mounting to the T5, allows plants to be grown with limited height and makes the system an ideal solution for shelving units.

What is the life span of the tubes? Manufacturers claim an actual life of 15,000 hours, with less than 20% power loss during that time. This is a much longer life than other lamps, but should be considered with some caution. The replacement tubes are inexpensive, and have a life of 18 months, approximately.

Warranty: 1 year.

Exclusively for horticultural lighting. Not suitable for lighting household rooms.