Mars Hydro FC3000
#8 in 300 W and upFull review
An efficient bar light for a 3x3 ft tent of tomatoes or peppers.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
300 W855 µmol/s2.9 µmol/J
4.4/5
An efficient bar light for a 4x4 ft tent of fruiting plants. Choose it over the FC-E4800 if a lower power bill matters more than the lower price.
- 480 WPower draw
- 1,368 µmol/sPPF
- 2.9 µmol/JEfficacy
- 4x4 ftCoverage
Check price at Amazon$339.99
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Pros
- Lights a full 4x4 ft tent of tomatoes or peppers
- More light per watt than the FC-E4800 at the same size
- Dims and schedules from the Mars Hydro app with an add-on module
Cons
- The bars and driver have to be fitted by hand before first use
- No water rating listed, unlike the cheaper FC-E4800
- App control needs a module bought separately
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 | 300 W | 4.4/5 | $199.99 |
| Mars Hydro FC4800 (this one) | 480 W | 4.4/5 | $339.99 |
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 | FC4800 |
|---|---|
| Light | |
| Power draw | 480 W |
| PPF | 1,368 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.9 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 4x4 ft |
| Spectrum | 650-665 nm red, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white |
| Build | |
| Form | Multi-bar |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes |
| Weight | 20 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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Spider Farmer SE4500
#9 in 300 W and upFull review
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320 W913 µmol/s2.9 µmol/J
Spider Farmer SF4000
#11 in 300 W and upFull review
A single panel that lights a 4x4 ft tent of full size vegetables. It suits growers who want one simple fixture; bar lights are more efficient.
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450 W1,141 µmol/s2.7 µmol/J
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