Spectral Coverage | Hydroponic farms, seedling nurseries | Industry: Limited spectrum (blue/red peaks) Base: Full spectrum (400-700 nm, 12 bands) Advanced: Full spectrum (400-700 nm, 24 bands ▲2x) | Advanced supports full plant lifecycle (vegetative → bloom) (ISO 9000) Base covers essential growth wavelengths | Base may lack UV/IR for specialized crops (e.g., medicinal plants) |
PPF Output | Dense canopy cultivation, commercial farms | Industry: 800–1,200 µmol/s (PAR300) Base: 1,500 µmol/s ▲1.25x Advanced: 1,800 µmol/s ▲1.5x | Advanced delivers 20% higher photon density for faster growth (ASABE Standards) | Higher wattage increases energy costs for Advanced tiers |
IP Rating | Outdoor greenhouses, humid hydroponics | Industry: IP44 (splash-resistant) Base/Advanced: IP65 (dust/waterjet proof ▲1.5x) (IEC 60529) | Protects against water jets and dust ingress in harsh environments | IP65 requires careful installation to maintain seals |
Material Durability | Industrial grow setups, outdoor use | Industry: Aluminum (moderate corrosion resistance) Base/Advanced: Copper (thermal conductivity ▲30%, ASTM B115) | Copper dissipates heat 3x faster, reducing thermal stress | Higher cost compared to aluminum-based competitors |
Light Source Efficiency | Energy-conscious growers, home gardens | Industry: 1.5 µmol/W (LED average) Base: 2.0 µmol/W ▲1.3x Advanced: 2.4 µmol/W ▲1.6x (IES LM-80) | Advanced reduces energy use by 30% for large-scale operations | Efficiency gains require premium SMD chip investment |
Installation Services | Commercial growers, complex projects | Industry: DIY only Base: Basic mounting guides Advanced: Full project installation ▲ (NEMA compliance) | Advanced ensures optimal setup for complex layouts (e.g., vertical farms) | Installation fees add 20–30% to Advanced tier cost |