Do grow light movers work?

Do grow light movers work?

Light movers can cover at least 30 per cent more area compared to stationary grow lights. Not only do they employ automation in the growroom, including closer coverage for maximum PAR and more leaves working for the good of the plant, but they also allow each light to cover more of the growroom.

What are light movers?

What is a grow light mover? A grow light mover is a system for moving grow lights along the plant canopy efficiently. They solve the issue of wasted light, while eliminating hot spots and shadows. The most common type of light mover is the rail or track light mover.

When should I move my grow lights?

When indoor grow lights move over the tops of the plants, the grow lamps can be positioned closer to the plants for maximized Ppfd. Moving grow lamps can also penetrate to more leaf area, maximizing each grow light on two fronts at once. In addition, there are no hot spots, and shadow patterns are reduced.

Are light rails worth it?

Utilizing a Light Rail light mover can increase your footprint by 30% without needing to add another light – ultimately helping to cut down both on the need for both heat remediation and rising electrical costs. Running a light mover also helps to eliminate hot spots on your canopy.

How do you hang lights from a ceiling?

5 Steps to Hang Grow Lights from Ceiling

1. Step 1: Find the Right Place on the Ceiling.
2. Step 2: Mark and Make Pilot Holes Into the Wall.
3. Step 3: Install A Joist(for Light-reflector Combo)/Hooks(for lights only)
4. Step 4: Setup A Rope Ratchet/YoYo Light Hanger.
5. Step 5: Hang The Light Systems from The Support.

How many hours a day should seedlings be under a grow light?

In general, seedlings should receive roughly 14 to 16 hours of light a day when situated in a south-facing window. This can be very difficult to achieve, and most growers opt to use artificial lights for their seedlings. These fluorescent lights should be left on for 12 to 16 hours a day.

How long do seedlings need to be under grow lights?

Once sprouted, most vegetable seedlings and other garden plants require at least 12 hours of good light per day, along with 8 hours of darkness. However, they’ll grow the best with around 16 to 18 hours of light. Houseplants are happy with less, where 6 to 12 of light is sufficient (depending on the type of plant).

What is a grow light mover?

These rails, or tracks, are used as part of a grow light mover system, along with a motor. Grow light movers are an essential part of any serious indoor garden or greenhouse. Rail lengths vary, but typically come in 3-6′ lengths. When installed, the grow lights will slowly move along the rail, distributing light evenly along plant canopies.

What size LED grow lights do lightrail light movers cover?

With larger 3’x3′ and 4’x4′ LED grow lights, as well as all larger rectangular LED grow lights moved on LightRail light movers, you can cover 75% and even up to 100% more linear area, and that’s per light.

Should I buy a light rail or a light mover?

Most growers will be best suited purchasing a complete grow light mover system, but there may be times where it makes more sense to purchase rails and motors separately, or as replacements. Here at Hydrobuilder, we carry top of the line light mover products from Light Rail!

What are the benefits of moving grow lamps?

Moving grow lamps can also penetrate to more leaf area, maximizing each grow light on two fronts at once. In addition, there are no hot spots, and shadow patterns are reduced. LightRail grow light movers provide this sun-like effect of stronger, closer light and to more leaf area simultaneously. Why not just add more lights?