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BudBoost Boosting yields from below

The BudBoost under-canopy lighting system delivers optimal PAR light intensity to the lower leaves and buds within dense and tall crops that existing top lights cannot reach, ensuring uniform plant growth and development across every layer of the canopy, from the floor up.

  • 120W per light bar
  • up to 3.0 µmol/J efficacy
  • 5-year warranty

0-10V dim to off · daisy-chain connectable · L90B5 at 36,000 hours

Why BudBoost

Light where top fixtures cannot reach

The BudBoost under-canopy system delivers PAR to the lower leaves and buds inside dense or tall crops that top lights cannot reach, so every layer of the canopy grows evenly.

Light the lower canopy

Delivers PAR deep into the sub-canopy of dense and tall crops for uniform growth, development, and yield quality throughout the plant.

Two spectral recipes

Choose a broad-spectrum recipe for all growth stages, or a red-forward recipe that boosts flowering efficiency.

Plug-and-play install

An integrated driver and daisy-chain connectivity make setup simple, with height-adjustable stands that rise as the crop grows.

Dimmable and IP66-rated

0-10V dim-to-off control and IP66-rated, wet-location construction suit it to demanding growing environments.

Spectral recipe options

BudBoost offers two spectral recipes, each designed for optimal efficiency and to complement your existing top-lighting spectrum:

  • R33:W56:B11 is a broad-spectrum, well-balanced recipe for use in all stages of crop development.
  • R61:W26:B13 is optimized in the red wavelengths to boost flowering efficiency.

Your regional sales manager can recommend the right recipe for your crop and growth stage.

Spectral distribution charts for the two BudBoost spectral recipes

Simple to install and adjust

The BudBoost is engineered for a simple plug-and-play installation, with an integrated driver and seamless daisy-chain connectivity. The IP66-rated modules are robustly constructed and easy to clean for reliable operation in harsh growing environments.

Height-adjustable mounting stands and optional connector cables allow flexible positioning, so the system can be raised as the crop grows and can work around typical obstructions on the grow room floor.

Pair of BudBoost height-adjustable mounting stands
Specifications

BudBoost technical specifications

Electrical and output

Power
120W
Rated main voltage
120 to 347V
Amperage
1.0A (120V), 0.58A (208V), 0.50A (240V), 0.43A (277V), 0.35A (347V)
Power factor
> 0.95
Input frequency
50 / 60 Hz
Light source
LED
Photon flux (350 to 800 nm)
354 µmol/s (R33:W56:B11), 373 µmol/s (R61:W26:B13)
Photon efficacy (350 to 800 nm)
2.9 µmol/J (R33:W56:B11), 3.0 µmol/J (R61:W26:B13)
Dimming
0-10V dim to off
Lifetime
L90B5 at 36,000 hours

Values accurate to plus or minus 10 percent. L90B5 at 36,000 hours means no more than 5 percent of luminaires are expected to fall below 90 percent PAR maintenance within 36,000 hours.

Environment, certification, and warranty

Ingress protection
IP66
Max ambient temperature
40 °C
Certifications
DLC Hort listed, ETL listed
Warranty
Limited 5-year warranty from the date of invoice
Dimensions

BudBoost dimensions

Overall dimensions for the BudBoost are shown below. Full measurements are in the technical specifications and the spec sheet.

BudBoost dimension drawing showing length and diameter

Dimensions and build

Length (x)
44.59 in (1133 mm)
Width (y)
3.55 in (90 mm)
Height (z)
3.21 in (82 mm)
Weight
5.95 lb (2.7 kg)

Adjustable mounting bracket

Width (range)
12-14 in (304.8-355.6 mm)
Height (range)
12-17 in (304.8-431.8 mm)
BudBoost FAQ

BudBoost questions, answered

What is BudBoost used for?

BudBoost is an under-canopy lighting system that delivers PAR to the lower leaves and buds inside dense or tall crops that top lights cannot reach, so the whole plant grows evenly.

Which spectral recipe should I choose?

The R33:W56:B11 recipe is a broad-spectrum, balanced option for all growth stages. The R61:W26:B13 recipe is red-forward to boost flowering efficiency. Your regional sales manager can recommend the right one for your crop and stage.

Can BudBoost be dimmed?

Yes. BudBoost supports 0-10V dim-to-off control, so you can tune output to your crop and integrate it with your control system.

How is BudBoost installed?

It is plug-and-play with an integrated driver and daisy-chain connectivity. Height-adjustable mounting stands let you raise the system as the crop grows.

We engineer the plan before we quote the fixtures

Tell us your crop, structure, and targets. Your regional sales manager returns a photometric plan with fixture layout, connected load, and an energy estimate.

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