What happens when you do not have enough space in your grow room to fit in that sizeable fluorescent tube? Or that HID grow lamp?

Here is where LED strip lights come in. Space is not the only factor to consider when choosing to use a strip light. Other factors make it a better solution than other grow lights in the market. Such include its lifespan and energy consumption, among others.

Benefits Of Using LED Grow Light Strips

You might be wondering what you stand to gain by using LED grow light strips. We are happy to tell you that the search for your answers is over because we will be writing about them below.

Increased Lifespan

When you compare the LED grow light with normal lighting systems, you will find out that the LED lights last longer. Led grow lights can have a lifespan of over 50,000 hours and this longevity is because LED lights produce less heat. Meanwhile, traditional lighting systems produce a lot of heat which causes a reduction in the lifespan of the lights. So, in conclusion, when you buy a LED grow light, you won't have to make a replacement for a very long time.

It Saves Energy

When you buy a LED grow light, you will see that the lights consume up to 60% less energy compared to traditional lighting systems. This is because the LED lights emit less heat and use most of their power to produce light compared to the traditional lighting systems.

Environment-Friendly

You can recycle LED lights but we cannot say the same thing about HID lights. Also, LED lights do not contain toxic substances like mercury. HID lights, on the other hand, can contain mercury.

Safety when using LED lights

When you are using grow lights for long hours on a regular basis like any other electrical component you should take some safety measures for extra safety protection.

You should avoid overloading plug sockets
Avoid contact with water when plugged in
Don't keep your lights in a permanently damp room
Use a timer so you don't leave it on longer than is safe

As long as you take these common-sense precautions you should have no worries when using LED lighting. One additional measure I recommend would be to use a power stabilizer so that if there is a power surge your electronic equipment won't be damaged.

TotalGrow Stratum 40W LED Grow Bar

Features:
The TotalGrow LED Grow Bar is designed and refined to maximize yields, space and versatility while minimizing costs. Ideal for clones, veg growth, microgreens, leafy greens, herbs, succulents, side lighting, and more! The spectrum and size are ideal for low/no-sunlight growing in virtually any vertical farm, growth chamber, propagation system, tower garden, and more. Exceptional efficiencies and light delivery potential, along with long, low maintenance lifespans provide long-term sustainability. This plug-and-play solution is simple to implement, low on upfront and ongoing costs and makes it possible to sustainably grow high-quality plants year-round over a very long lifetime.

Rayonled 4ft 40W LED Linear High Bay Light 4000K

Features:
The Rayonled LED is designed this light to suit all your plants' lighting needs. It has a professional light spectrum of red and blue lights with a wavelength between 470nm and 660nm. The light aids seed germination, blooming of fruit, and photosynthesis. Also, the manufacturers made this light with IP44 waterproof materials. This means you can install your water sprinklers anywhere without fearing that the water will destroy the light. Furthermore, for heat dissipation, the manufacturers used aluminum to house the Rayonled LED grow light. Also, the light is easy to install that allows you to move the light at any time to suit your needs. Besides, the mounting bar of the Rayonled LED light is very sturdy and we assure you that you will use it for a long time.

What to Look for in a Good Strip Grow Light

Have in mind the requirements of your plants and the space you have and choose wisely according to that.

1. Look for flexible ones
When wanting to purchase a strip grow light, you should look at those that can be easily placed to cover all your plants and provide an adequate amount of light from every angle, right?
That's why the plant light you choose should be as flexible as possible so you can use it easily, even if you decide to change the place of your plants. Choose either those with the expandable design or LED strips that have gooseneck since those will be the easiest to adjust.

2. Installation
As you probably noticed in previous reviews, the majority of these models provide you with all the required parts for the installation.

This is very helpful since you'll be able to install and use the strip grow lights as soon as they arrive. What's also interesting to notice is that the smartest option when picking your grow lights is to buy those that can be installed in more than just one way.

Why is that important? Because in that way, you'll be able to place the lights on various surfaces and change the place of installation multiple times if necessary.

No matter on which surface you need to install the lights, you'll do it in quickly and effortlessly if you buy LED strips that come with double-sided adhesive tape, zip ties, and mounting screws, maybe even magnets - everything you need for an effortless installation.

3. Pick the right dimming levels
This is an important aspect for both regular and strip grow lights. The most desirable model will be the one that enables you to choose the brightness intensity and adjust it to your plants' requirements during plant growth.

Many models offer five dimming modes that will make a perfect purchase for various kinds of plants as well as stages of germination. You'll get to use the strip lights on multiple occasions and not solely for one plant.

4. Weight
Since full spectrum grow light strips are meant to be practical and useful, they should be light in order to be properly installed. You surely don't want the danger of having the lights drop on your plants - choose the model that's lightweight and be worry-free.

5. Timer is a great feature
If you're away from home often, you'll appreciate the practicality of having a full spectrum LED grow light that has the timer function included.

That will give you peace of mind when you're not home because you'll know that the timer will switch the grow light on and off automatically, depending on how you pre-set it.

6. Consider the color spectrum
It's always the best decision to choose strip grow lights that produce both blue and red light for your plants' germination. Do your research and choose the best combo of red and blue light according to your plants' requirements.

If you have more plants than demand a different blue-red light ratio, buy full spectrum plant light that enables you to turn both colors on and off individually and create the combo you need. This way, you can provide both blue and red light.

Conclusion

With LED strip lights, you can choose to use strips that provide a specific light for your plants or a full spectrum. Even though they provide a highly effective light, they work best as supplementary lights boosting the grow light you already have in use.

You can install them anywhere and in any position that best suits your plants. Since they do not emit a lot of heat, you can position them next to your plants. They are better than fluorescent lamps since they can last longer, emit less heat, use less space, and consume less power saving you on cost.