SolarMax 315W LEC Lights (without bulb) – Full Spectrum & Efficiency

The SolarMax 315W LEC Lights (without bulb) is the ultimate compact lighting system designed to maximize your indoor harvest while slashing your electricity bill. This all-in-one fixture integrates a high-tech ballast and reflector to deliver a superior full light spectrum, ensuring your plants produce denser buds and more resin than traditional sodium lamps.

Do you feel like you are constantly fighting against high temperatures in your grow tent and dreading the arrival of the electricity bill every month? Relying on outdated lighting technology often leads to a lack of control over the climate, forcing you to use noisy extractors just to keep your plants from burning, which kills the discretion of your operation.

This thermal stress not only stunts your plants' growth but also creates constant anxiety about fire safety and energy waste. It is frustrating to put so much effort into your crop only to see the quality suffer because the light spectrum isn't mimicking the sun accurately, leaving you with airy flowers and lackluster terpenes.

The solution is upgrading to the SolarMax 315W LEC. This fixture gives you total command over your environment by emitting a light that plants love, with significantly less radiant heat. It allows you to grow with professional precision, ensuring safety, stability, and a harvest that reflects the true genetic potential of your seeds.

More discretion, fewer worries

When we talk about indoor growing, discretion is often linked to silence and temperature. Because the SolarMax 315W runs much cooler than a 600W HPS, you won't need to run your extraction fans at full blast constantly. This means less noise escaping your room and a lower thermal signature, keeping your hobby private and secure.

Its compact design (60cm x 40cm x 19cm) makes it perfect for Grow tents of 100x100cm or even slightly smaller spaces where managing heat is usually a nightmare. By reducing the heat load, you reduce the risk of pest proliferation and heat stress, allowing you to sleep soundly knowing your setup is safe and stealthy.

Control over the experience

• Full Spectrum Precision: Unlike HPS, LEC technology provides UV and Far Red light, giving you control over resin production and terpene intensity.
• Integrated Ballast: The electronic ballast is built into the reflector, eliminating messy cables on the floor and reducing tripping hazards.
• Secure Connection: The Bi-pin PGZ18 socket holds the bulb firmly in place, preventing the arcing and loosening common with old E40 sockets.
• Energy Management: Consuming only 315W, it delivers a PAR output comparable to higher wattage lamps, giving you control over your monthly expenses.
• Plug & Play: It comes ready to hang and plug in, removing the technical headache of matching ballasts to reflectors.

How to use it responsibly and comfortably

Getting the most out of your SolarMax is easy if you follow a logical routine. This fixture is designed to be user-friendly, but respecting the technology ensures a long lifespan for the unit and your plants.

1. Prepare the space: Ensure your grow tent structure can support the 8kg weight of the unit using sturdy pulleys.
2. Bulb Installation: Since this unit comes without a bulb, purchase a high-quality 3100K (blooming) or 4200K (mixed) CMH bulb. Important: Use a clean cloth to handle the bulb; never touch the glass with bare hands as skin oils can cause it to burst.
3. Hang and Connect: Hang the lamp in the center of the tent. Connect the power cable to a timer to automate your light cycles.
4. Set the Distance: Start with the light about 40-50cm from the canopy. You can adjust closer as plants acclimatize, but watch for light bleaching.
5. Safety First: Always wear protective glasses when the light is on. The UV output is great for plants but harmful to your eyes.
6. Maintenance: When not in use, store the unit in a dry place. Wipe the reflector with a soft cloth between grows to maintain reflectivity.

Benefits of having everything under control

• Peace of Mind: The thermal protection system ensures the unit shuts off if it overheats, preventing accidents.
• Consistent Yields: The stable light spectrum leads to predictable, high-quality results harvest after harvest.
• Cost Efficiency: You save money on electricity and bulb replacements (LEC bulbs last longer than HPS).
• Better Climate: With less heat to battle, maintaining optimal humidity and temperature becomes a breeze.
• Professional Quality: You will notice a significant increase in the aroma and potency of your Harvesting and Drying Marijuana results.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bulbs should I use with this fixture?

You need a CMH/LEC bulb with a PGZ18 socket. We recommend 3100K for flowering or 4200K for mixed use (growth and flowering). Check out our LEC Lighting section for options.

Is it suitable for a 1.20m x 1.20m tent?

Yes, it can cover up to 1.20m x 1.20m effectively, although its sweet spot for maximum intensity is 1m x 1m. For larger spaces, you might consider using two units.

Does it produce a lot of heat?

It produces significantly less heat than a 600W HPS and about half the heat of a standard 400W HPS, making climate control much easier.

Do I need a separate ballast?

No, the SolarMax 315W has a high-quality electronic ballast integrated directly into the housing, so it is a complete all-in-one unit.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

I've always been a fan of efficiency, and the SolarMax 315W is a game-changer for anyone tired of the heat issues associated with HPS. What I love most about this specific unit is the build quality; the integrated ballast feels solid, and the light spread is incredibly even. It gives me a sense of control knowing that I'm not wasting watts on heat, but turning them into pure resin.

My personal trick with this light is to combine it with a 3100K bulb and drop the temperature of the room slightly during the last two weeks of flowering. The UV output combined with the cooler temps triggers an explosion of trichomes that you just don't get with standard lights. It’s the perfect tool for the connoisseur grower.