Using the right connector for your luminaire makes all the difference for ease of installation, maintenance, and future retrofit projects. P.L. Light Systems has always used the highest quality connectors—specifically designed to meet stringent North American safety standards and withstand the rigors of the horticultural environment—in their light and cable assemblies.
The plug-and-play design of the Wieland connector allows for the quick, easy, and safe disconnection of luminaires within a grow facility—saving the grower time and money when installing and/or maintaining lights.
Wieland connectors have been used for many years within the Dutch horticultural industry for IP protection, plug-and-play functionality, and exceptional electrical safety.
It’s important to note that not all Wieland components used in Europe are safety-certified for use in North America like certain RST connectors used for cable assemblies in horticultural applications. All Wieland components used by P.L. Light Systems are purchased exclusively through Wieland’s North American division to ensure they are safety-certified to North American CSA and UL standards.
So, we always advise growers to ensure that—no matter the reputation of the vendor—they always confirm the products are certified to North American safety standards. If you choose to partner with a European vendor, their products and/or components may not meet local safety standards, meaning your installation could fail an electrical inspection. This is because the vendor will (likely unwittingly) have sold you components that appear to be identical to the components sold locally but are in fact designed to European standards. The consequences of this are having to replace all those components, making for a very costly project and delaying the use of your lighting system. Buying directly from a North American lighting partner, such as P.L. Light Systems, will ensure you always receive the right components that will pass inspections and safety standards.
The right connector can also make for an easy to switch between HID or LED technology. This offers growers a great deal of flexibility with their luminaire installation and allows growers to seamlessly switch between HPS or LEDs in the case of a retrofit or hybrid installation.
Supply voltage is the other half of that electrical planning. Our guide to what voltage grow lights need covers how to match fixtures to the service your facility already has.
Working with a local lighting partner also means investing in the peace of mind that you are dealing with an established, local company offering local service and support.
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