FAQ - Grow Lights

There are some common problems you may encounter when using LED grow lights. Below I have listed ways to resolve these issues - 

1. The lights are dim or flickering

Dimming or flickering LED grow lights may be caused by a defective LED chip. This may be due to overheating, excessive current, or manufacturer defaults. To resolve this issue, do the following - 

• Make sure the river provides the proper current and voltage
• Check electrical wiring
• Replace defective LEDs
• If the problem cannot be solved, contact an electrician 

2. Loose or damaged connections

If you find that half of the fixture is working fine but the other half is not, loose wiring may be the cause. Over time, LED grow light connections can become loose or damaged. This ultimately blocks continuous light flow. If you find any loose connections, follow these steps- 

• Tighten all connections
• Reconnect them one by one
• Check whether the driver is normal
• If there are any broken wires in the wiring, replace them

3. Controller or timer failure

LED grow light controllers help you adjust light intensity, wavelength, and on/off time according to your plants’ needs. If the controller is not working properly, it will not provide accurate lighting output. This ultimately hinders the natural growth of the plant. So, follow the following points to resolve this issue- 

• Double check your controller settings
• Make sure the battery in the timer or controller is OK
• Reset them to ensure they are connected accurately to the LED grow lights
• If the above solutions don't work, replace your device

4. Spectral or color issues

Sometimes LED grow lights may not display an accurate color spectrum. It may be caused by the manufacturer's default or purchase error. For example, purchasing a red spectrum grow light for the vegetative stage will not be effective.  

• Purchase LED grow lights based on desired spectrum
• If you purchased the correct product but it is not showing accurate results, please contact the manufacturer.
• Always buy LED grow lights from reliable brands or sources.

5. Insufficient light intensity

Another major issue with LED grow lights is that it sometimes may not provide the required light intensity. This could be due to using the wrong wattage light fixture, or the light source being too far away from the plant. To resolve this issue, follow the following points- 

• Purchase LED grow lights based on the intensity requirements of your specific plants.
• Make sure the light you purchase has the correct PPFD rating and wattage.
• Try to keep the distance between your light fixture and your plants as short as possible to increase light intensity. But keep in mind the light heating factor when doing so. Fixtures should not be placed too close together to avoid damaging the plants through overheating.