How far should Gavita be from plants?
There is a minimal distance between the lamp and the crop. For 600W this is 60cm/2 ft, for 750W this is 70 cm / 2 ft 4 inch, for 1000W this is 90 cm / 3 ft. In larger rooms with many overlapping lights the optimal distance is often even a bit further away.
How much area does Gavita 1700e cover?
6′ x 6
Features
| Brand | Gavita |
|---|---|
| Amps | 5.4A @ 120V; 2.6A @ 240V; 2.3A @ 277V |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power Cord(s) Included | No |
| Coverage Area | Veg: 6′ x 6′; Flower: 5′ x 5′ |
How much space does a Gavita cover?
A 1000W HPS lamp covers 4×4 (or 5×5 according to some). An air-cooled reflector allows you to get really close to your crop. The best way to light your plants is by hanging your lamps right above your tables. The further away from your plants, the more light you lose.
How many square feet does a Gavita led cover?
Coverage area: Vegetative footprint: 6’x6′ to 7’x7′ (36 to 49 sq ft)
Are Gavita lights worth the money?
For what it’s worth, you’re getting value for money with these grow lights. The Gavita Pro 1700e might not be the cheapest LED grow light, but with all the features it comes with, you can say it’s worth every penny you’ll put in.
How high should Gavita lights be?
In a calculation we position the lamps at a fixed height. In the example calculations that is 1.05 m / 3.44 ft above the maximum crop height. In a small room with just a few fixtures you will see that with more distance to the crop you will lose more light than in a larger room with more lights.
How much does it cost to run a Gavita 1700e?
Energy Charge: $0.0642/kWh (for first 600 kWh/mo The G’s put out the equivalent of 1,000 watts but only burn 650w. (x6 = 3,900w total) at 18hrs that’s about $4.50 per day of use in Veg at 100% power and $3.00 per day in the flowering 12 hours.
How far should Gavita 1700e be from plants?
about 12 to 36 inches
what is the coverage area and how high should you hang it from your plants? We recommend hanging the Gavita Pro 1700e about 12 to 36 inches above your plants.
Can you veg with Gavita 1700e?
This is a high-intensity full spectrum light, with a veg footprint of 6′ x 6′ or 7′ x 7′, and a flowering footprint of 4′ x 4′ or 5′ x 5′. Since this light is full spectrum, it can be used over the entire life of the plant. We recommend dimming it for veg, and then operating at full power during flower.
What are the benefits of a Gavita master controller?
These fixtures can be controlled centrally by a Gavita Master controller. This replaces the often cumbersome installation with contactors and clocks, and adds safety features such as automatic dimming of your lights at high temperatures and even a safety shutdown.
What is the best ballast for a Gavita double ended HPS lamp?
The high frequency ballast was specifically designed for the Gavita double ended HPS lamp, resulting in an accurate, optimal output, a stable burning lamp and a better light maintenance over time. The ballast is not suitable to run Metal Halide lamps. The HR96 DE for overlapping configurations, assuring optimal uniformity and penetration.
How many moles of light does a Gavita light produce?
The fixture’s light source is a Gavita Pro 750W double ended HPS lamp, generating 1450 µmol s-1 of light. With a light maintenance of over 96% per 5000 hours you only need to replace it once a year.