How to make a LED grow light?
So you want to make a LED grow light? Does it make financial sense? Will it work? The parts you need can be found here. If you know what you are doing, an old atx computer power supply is a cheap option for regulated dc power if you are running multiple 12v lights. The 3w Luxeon LEDs are the best to incorporate into your projects.
ledgrow.eu - Somewhere in Amsterdam I am developing a system for growing Marijuana with LED's, it will be sold throughout the world.
Now I test with just a few plants in a 60 Watt, 40 by 60 cm system, bigger set-ups will follow.
I have got nice results from the first 5 set-up's, but a lot of work is still needed to reach the goal.
LED FAQ - This site has information of interest to hobbyists wanting to use LEDs in projects It explains several practical considerations of using LEDs. And finally, there's material about the science behind LEDs, and advancements in technology.
Make A LED Grow Light - Having played around with growing plants under LED lights before, I thought I'd have a go at building a larger system using high power LED's.
DIY LED Grow Lights - Choose from our extensive selection of do-it-yourself LED light kits, and prebuilt lights! Whether you are a hobbyist with an interest in growing, or a commercial greenhouse facility, we have the proven technology to save you money.
How To Set Up And Use LED Lights - In this video clip series(parts1-22) our expert, Kyle Saylors, will walk you through all the aspects, parts and options for LED lights and how to use them. He will offer tips on how to work around damaged lights and how to fix them as well as how to set up preset patterns for a light show and all the benefits and downsides to LED lighting.
Home Made Grow Light - Another article on making LED grow lights. Though it does work, and would work especially well for a small vine, the results were less than hoped for.