CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM MANUAL
CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM FULL
CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM SERIES

Next, the printed circuit board (PCB) is mounted directly to the heatsink. Image: California Lightworks SolarSystem 550 heatsink The beauty of the SolarSystem is that the entire unit is built around the heatsink. The SolarSystem heatsink is massive compared to the size of the unit. This is in stark contrast to many LED companies whose lights are constructed overseas (typically China) or they import parts from overseas (typically China) and assemble the units in-house.

You would need two controllers-one for the first setup and one for the second setup.Įverything that California Lightworks makes is either made in-house or in southern California. For example, if you have several SolarSystem 1100s, Far Red and UVB units in one setup, and several SolarSystem 550 Veg units and 275 units in another setup, you can not control both setups independently. One thing to keep in mind, is that the controller can only control one particular setup at a time.

CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM SERIES

You can connect as many SolarSystem series lights to one controller as you would like (not to exceed 1000 units).

CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM FULL

The system is really designed to be used with the controller, so I suggest purchasing one to get the full benefits of the fixture(s). Timing cannot be controlled either unless you use a wall timer.

CALIFORNIA LIGHTWORKS SOLARSTORM MANUAL

In manual mode (without a controller), the light intensity is always set at 100% and you are not able to adjust the spectrum or intensity. Daily/weekly/monthly scheduling, sunrise/sunset and seasonal variationĪll of the SolarSystem fixtures can be operated manually or with a proprietary wireless controller.Spectral control through 3 different channels: red, blue and white.The California Lightworks SolarSystem series is a modular grow light system which allows growers full customization over their lighting via: So, what makes the SolarSystem series so unique?. Therefore, the entire lineup looks like this: However, there are actually two versions of the SolarSytem 550-Full-Cycle and Veg-and three versions of the SolarSystem 275-Full-Cycle, Veg and Bloom. The other two lights-the Far Red and UVB-are meant as supplementary lights. These are the main grow lights from the series. There are three sizes of primary grow lights-SS1100, SS550 and SS275. One of the first things you might notice is that the SolarSystem series is quite diverse. Near the end of the review, find out how much you can save on California Lightworks with a special discount code. So, let’s take a dive into the SolarSystem series to learn more about how California Lightworks is rapidly advancing LED grow technology. This review of the California Lightworks SolarSystem series will not cover a specific fixture, but instead, I will review the entire series with the applicable mention of the individual models. I will provide you with an overview of the SolarSystem series and also help you determine which LED grow light(s) is right for you and your plants. Better heatsink design (casing/body is aluminum and IS the actual heat sink.While the SolarStorm series was more focused on home growers, the SolarSystem series offers a turn-key lighting solution for all growers.Ī few of the noticeable upgrades from the SolarStorm includes: The California Lightworks SolarSystem series is a major breakthrough in horticultural lighting. The series was introduced late-2016 and stands second in the lineup after the original SolarStorm series, released several years ago by California Lightworks. I reviewed the California Lightworks SolarSystem series and this is what I think.

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