The VB8 LED is designed to outperform the competition with additional diods and a tuned spectrum to deliver exemplary results. This 660W LED has a full spectrum array specifically engineered for vegetive and flower cycles that require high μmol performance at a lower clearance to the canopy.
The VB8 is ideal for both large commercial facilities as well as stand-alone hobby use. A quick and easy install action with the ability to daisy chain several fixtures in a row. IP65 certified for damp locations.
The specially deployed full spectrum fills the negligence of the main photoreceptors and pigments outside the 660nm and 450nm range, and it is suitable for reproduction to aging in indoor environments. The overall color temperature of FSM’s full spectrum is controlled at 3200K, which increases the radiant energy of red light at 660nm wavelength in white light. It provides a beautiful working environment and a more realistic color reproduction degree at a CRI level of 85.
Option 1: 0-10V dimming cords, it can work with any 0-10V dimming controller.
Compatible with most lighting controllers, including Grower’s Choice Master Lighting Controller.
Option 2: Your controller needs a M19 connector cord and it works with the light directly.
Alternatively if your master controller uses a RJ12/RJ14 interface, we can provide a M16xRJ14 adapter cord.
5. Lumen Maintenance Projection
Testing Standard
IES TM-21-11
Sample size per tenperature
30
LED drive current used in the test
150 mA
Test duration
13,000 hours
Test for projection
8,000 to 13,000 hours
Projection Data
I
II
III
Case temperature
Ts = 55 °C
Ts = 85 °C
Ts = 105 °C
α
1.818E-06
4.821E-06
4.227E-06
b
1.004E+00
1.019E+00
9.957E-01
Reported L70
>78.000 hours
77,955 hour
>78,000 hours
6. Photon Flux Distribution
Measured in isolation (no adjacent grow lights, no reflective walls) at 100% light intensity with fixture centrally hanging at pre-determined height above a 4’x4’ grow area.
Legend
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7. Dimensions and Installation Precautions
Mounting
Length
1067mm
42.01"
Width
1003mm
39.49"
Height
129mm
5.08"
Weight
16kg
35.3lbs
Leave at least one inch of space between the fixture and the mounting area for optimum performance and life span.
Wear protective eyewear when looking directly at the diodes to prevent eye damage.
Only handle, clean, or move fixture when it’s unplugged or cool.
Keep the light structure free of dust, debris, or buildup to ensure optimum performance and life span.
The diodes are easily damaged so do not touch or apply force.
Don’t use cloth or chemicals to clean the diodes so they don’t scratch or break. Use low-pressure air or water to remove dust and debris.
8. Installation
1 . Pendant
1.1. Install the steel cables on the beam (picture 1)
1.2. Use the steel cables to adjust the mounting height of the fixture (picture 2)
2. Open the folded light (if applicable)
3. Fix the steel cable in the triangle hook on the light
4. Installation
To plug in the cord, align the terminals of cord and plug in.
To plug in the cord, align the terminals of cord and plug in.
Warning
9. Daisy Chaining & Breaker Load Planning
To save space and use only one outlet to run several lamps you can “daisy chain” to minimize the number of cords in your space. If you plan to use a controller, connect the connections from the controller to the fixture and then connect the Daisy Chain Controller Cable from fixture to fixture.
– up to 2 VB8 fixtures may be connected in a series at 120V AC – up to 5 VB8 fixtures may be connected in a series at 277V AC
70% Max Load for Circuit Breakers, Limit is due to Inrush Current in High End Commercial LED fixtures
10. VB8 Limited Warranty
This limited warranty does not cover improper installation or removal, or damage resulting from an improper installation or removal that was not performed by a licensed electrician, deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration, modification, unauthorized attempted repair, improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, misuse, accident or neglect. Customers are responsible for proper circuit breakers and proper wiring for their own protection.
