With some of the other grow lights you have to buy ratchet straps separately or come up with your own solution on how to hang the grow light. this light puts out enough heat to heat the room slightly, but even in 95 degree days in a home with no AC, tent barely got to 90 In addition, it is so energy efficient that most energy turns into light and not heat I suppose. Dimming Feature Its brightness measured 6,528 foot candles at 18 inches. That’s enough light to cover 6.25 square feet for plants in the flowering and fruiting stage, or 9 square feet for vegetative growth. It also offers daisy-chain functionality, allowing users to power as many as 15 of the TS1000s with a single 15-amp electrical outlet.

Without a potent grow light, it would be almost impossible to grow demanding plants such as chili peppers that require full sunlight.For me, there are only a handful of reputable grow light brands that I consider, one of them is Mars Hydro. When choosing a LED grow light, there are several important factors to consider to ensure you select a good one for your indoor gardening needs. Here are some key points to keep in mind: I hope to not have to use the warranty. But it is quite reassuring that you get 5 years of warranty. This speaks books about the confidence of Mars Hydro in their own products as 5 years is quite a long time. Special Features Efficient: It is also very efficient with 2.3 μmol/J. Compared to an HPS/MH, this is 30% more photon efficient. The real only difference between these Mars Hydro TS Series grow lights and quantum boards is the LED brand.

The effects of ultraviolet and infrared wavelengths on cannabis plants are well documented ³, and I’d definitely like to see those wavelengths implemented on the Mars Hydro TS 1000 and the TSW 2000 in the future. These wavelengths are already included in some other cheap LED grow lights, so including them shouldn’t be a burden on the company. This way I wouldn’t have to buy an additional time switch to control when the light is on and off. Conclusion About The Mars Hydro TS 1000 Full Spectrum LED Grow Light

Price and warranty: LED grow lights come in various price ranges. While it’s tempting to opt for cheaper options, prioritize quality and reliability. Look for lights that offer a warranty to protect your investment and ensure you can get support if any issues arise. I’d also like to see an on/off switch included. Admittedly it’s not totally necessary and other quantum boards don’t include this feature either. Marvelous Structure with Reflective Aluminum Hood-Mars TS light used high reflective material,allowing your plants receive more energy and without burning your plants for maximum headroom The features also put them on par with the smaller quantum board LED grow lights, but at a mass production price. Special Features: Comes with 2 ratchet straps and a metal hanger/wire. Negatives About The Mars Hydro TS 1000

I did several measurements with different dimming levels. I used the Photone app with a diffuser to get maximum accuracy. You can see the measured PPFD values here (Distance 20 inches approx. (50 cm)): Thankfully, Mars Hydro was kind enough to include a single outlet timer so you don’t need to manually unplug the grow light after each day’s light cycle. I already mentioned these lights are a strong value for growers needing cheap LED grow lights that perform well. But there are a few additional features I’d like to see on these grow lights if Mars Hydro releases a new version of TS Series grow lights in the future. Focusing on personal indoor growing and small-scale cultivation, Mars Hydro TS LED grow lights are highly cost-efficient – TS Series provides sufficient lighting energy for indoor plants and achieve bountiful grow results from year-round production. It’s a similar situation for the HLG 550 and the Mars Hydro TSW 2000: HLG 550 V2 – PPFD Chart (above)As I use the Mars Hydro TS 1000 to grow chilies I get about 5 inches about my seedlings and will be able to move further away as they grow.