Spider Farmer SE5000
#5 in 300 W and upFull review
A high efficiency bar light for a 3x3 to 4x4 ft tent of tomatoes, peppers or cucumbers. Worth it if electricity costs matter to you.
Amazon $339.99$339.99
4.4/5
An efficient bar light for a 3x3 ft tent of tomatoes or peppers.
- 300 WPower draw
- 855 µmol/sPPF
- 2.9 µmol/JEfficacy
- 3x3 ftCoverage
Check price at Amazon$199.99
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Pros
- High efficiency for a 3x3 ft tent of fruiting plants
- Stepless dimmer from 10 to 100%
- Bars spread light evenly to the corners
Cons
- App control needs a controller bought separately
- Maker page names conflict on the diodes used (Samsung in the address, Bridgelux in the spec table)
The Mars Hydro FC Series family
Every Mars Hydro FC Series model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power.
| Model | Power draw | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hydro FC1500 | 150 W | 4.5/5 | $115.99 |
| Mars Hydro FC3000 (this one) | 300 W | 4.4/5 | $199.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | FC3000 |
|---|---|
| Light | |
| Power draw | 300 W |
| PPF | 855 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.9 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 3x3 ft |
| Spectrum | 650-665 nm red, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white |
| Build | |
| Form | Multi-bar |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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