Why Choose LED Instead of HPS for Horticulture?
Nowadays, there are thousands of options for horticulture lighting. Why do we particularly prefer the use of LED instead of HPS? Today I am going to share with you why this happens.
Scientific Growing
Due to the limitations of the light-emitting principle, HPS is mainly composed of a red and yellow color spectrum, plus a small amount of a blue light component. And because LED is more flexible in the spectrum, through different spectrum diode combinations and state-of-the-art control systems, LED could realize more scientific and flexible spectrum management.
Global Electricity Stress
In the 20th century, the HPS luminous efficiency was much higher than that of other lamps and was theoretically the most efficient light source. Even after taking into account the effect of heat loss, the actual luminous efficiency of high-pressure sodium lamps is almost three times that of high-pressure mercury lamps, which is approximately equal to 10 times that of incandescent lamps.
However, today LED has a much higher efficiency than HPS, the same power product with LED could save up to 70% of energy. In the global electricity stress of today, the LED would be selected for no reason.
Environmental Awareness Awakening
HPS are generally composed of mercury, sodium, xenon arc tube wick, glass shell, degassing agent lamp head, and other components. Once the lamps are damaged, mercury and other harmful substances are not dealt with in a timely manner, and people are exposed to high mercury environments for a long time, which might lead to a serious consequence. LEDs are made of gallium, arsenic, phosphorus, nitrogen, and other compounds; they do not contain mercury or other heavy metals inside, provide environmental protection, and have a high safety index.
Besides, HPS normally has a 1-2 year life span, and LED has a 5 year life span; from an ecosystem consideration, LED is more friendly and scientific.
If you want to take your horticulture to the next level, switch to LED grow lights today. LED grow lights will save you money, energy and time while boosting your plant growth and quality. Don’t miss this opportunity to upgrade your lighting system. Contact us now and enjoy the benefits of LED.
