What distance above the canopy is ideal? Have you experienced light bleaching?
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24" or more manufacture said 24" - 48". However i have found that some where between 24" - 36" works best to reduce the light bleaching
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We have a high ceiling also and the length of cordage should be ample for you. The color is definitely amber- both lit and unlit. Very pretty shades with nice subtle linen "texture".
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tough question. How much light do you want? The light shines on my mountain 300 feet away and I can see the bushes and rocks. Beyond that I can't say.
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I don't have trees over mine, but it is not as shaded as the image shows. I have the cream one and it creates just enough shade. We love it.
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Just a sidenote to backdrop comment...I LOVE mine and never had an issue. My advice is invest in lights with a shadow box...these are way too harsh.
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I think thaty that I have seen that it was Dim-able. I use mine where I need a lot of light. Like the area to eat and cool. They have enough light that even when fly tying you do not have to have a close light.
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Stan, Sorry I don't have the quantitative data available such that I refer you to the manufacturer for it. Qualitatively, however, mine is doing a good job. Uncharacteristically we had a week of clouds and rain lately. As a result, the brightness and duration was impaired somewhat but at 0530 hours of the morning of the fifth day there was still a glow emitting from the 20-or-so LEDs. Now that we're past the autumnal equinox I expect some diminishment but we're more than likely to have clear than obscured skies at my altitude (~6700 ft) and latitude (~ 41degrees N) during the upcoming winter period. Happy trails, Barry - Cheyenne, WY Stan, Sorry I don't have the quantitative data available such that I refer you to the manufacturer for it. Qualitatively, however, mine is doing a good job. Uncharacteristically we had a week of clouds and rain lately. As a result, the brightness and duration was impaired somewhat but at 0530 hours of the morning of the fifth day there was still a glow emitting from the 20-or-so LEDs. Now that we're past the autumnal equinox I expect some diminishment but we're more than likely to have clear than obscured skies at my altitude (~6700 ft) and latitude (~ 41degrees N) during the upcoming... » Read More Stan, Sorry I don't have the quantitative data available such that I refer you to the manufacturer for it. Qualitatively, however, mine is doing a good job. Uncharacteristically we had a week of clouds and rain lately. As a result, the brightness and duration was impaired somewhat but at 0530 hours of the morning of the fifth day there was still a glow emitting from the 20-or-so LEDs. Now that we're past the autumnal equinox I expect some diminishment but we're more than likely to have clear than obscured skies at my altitude (~6700 ft) and latitude (~ 41degrees N) during the upcoming winter period. Happy trails, Barry - Cheyenne, WY « Show Less
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I planted the Wasabi late fall in an aquaponic system in a greenhouse at 7500' there's no extra lighting. The plant seems to be doing ok. I think it will pick up the pace as we get more sunlight. I could be wrong but I thing it is s bit of an understory plant and can do well in part shade.
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Nope but I did notice however LED lights are more effective as additional lighting. Mixing HID lighting or flourscent with is the way to go in my opinion. I've noticed better results and more natural growth. Pretty light tho- it's pink. You can use them by themselves tho too. I would recommend one plant per 135 watt ufo. Once you have 3 or 4 going it can get a bit noisey tho. Low heat is nice
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After having this light on for hours, it is still cool to the touch, you can get it half an inch from the top of the plants without wilting. I am not sure it would be the nominal height to get the most out of the light though. I would not exceed 3 inches to the top of the plants, or you would just be wasting the light.
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I agree, the lights are very bright but you can dim them as well. I have not found that they attract too many bugs and I live in South Texas which can be a bug haven. It also says that it takes 2 people to set it up but I can easily do it by myself. Overall I am very satisfied with this canopy.
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Compared to other lights I shot a model at 20ft.and it stood toe to toe with other lights I have used alien bees, Novatons, elinchomes I was satisfied with the light.
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Hello live in Louisiana which is a wet climate although not at all like the NW. No problem so far and have one of mine on a tree about 10ft up and provides good light down on my shop lock. Also the tree is full and thought it might be too shady for the solar panel on the light but it lights up every night.
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It has been some time since I purchased this product, but I seem to recall that 8 feet from the surface below it is recommended. I have installed similar lighting well above that height and they work well, but the sensitivity control requires adjustment for desirable operation.
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It all depends on how many your looking to grow and from what stage of growth. This light is perfect for seedlings, clones and small plants. It covers a 2*3 area, just remember that cfls need to be close to the plants to produce vigorous growth. I found that 6-10inches above the plants is the sweet spot for this light.. You can fit 6 decent size plants under it but its better for a tray of clones or seedlings....
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If you are concerned about light coverage, raise the light upwards to expand the light area. A small rise in the lights will not destroy any heat advantage.
2020561
Radiates about three foot radius, distance will depend on the light requirements of the plant. LED puts out minimal heat, so it should not scortch the plant. Have one light on 12 hr timer to supplement the Alaskan winter "daylight", So far so good, because my orchids are spiking blooms and orange tree has not dropped it's fruit or leaves. Good luck