Solid State Volumetric Lighting for plant growth
Product Manual
Model: TG15A
www.totalgrowlight.com
Solid State Volumetric Light Packages
(SSVL)
TotalGrow TG15A Light Fixture
(Actual product may vary due to product enhancement)
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Table of Contents
Overview
Product Description
Applications
Solid State Volumetric Grow Technology
Advantages
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Getting Started
Package Contents
Key Components of Light Fixture
Safety
Installation
Maintenance
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Product Notes
Available Models
Product Specifications
Light Spectrum
Light Output & Coverage
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Overview
Product Description
Thank you for purchasing the TotalGrow TG15A Light Fixture. Your new grow light fixture is
designed to maximize plant growth for a wide range of applications. The grow light fixture,
powered by Solid State Volumetric Lighting Technology (SSVL) delivers a high quality light
spectrum with highly uniform light coverage for uniform plant growth. It’s easy to install and
can provide significant energy savings.
Applications
Commercial greenhouses, home gardens (indoors), nurseries, hydroponics centers, garden
centers, arboretums, schools, universities and research institutes.
Solid State Volumetric (SSV) Technology
At the heart of the TotalGrow fixture is proprietary Solid State Volumetric Lighting Technology
(SSVL). SSVL Technology provides significant advantage over traditional grow light sources as
well as over conventional LED lighting. Key advantages include:
o Volumetric mixing of light to provide optimum light consistency.
o Specifically designed phosphor mixture to optimize light spectrum for a broad range of
plants; we do not use multiple LED colors to approximate a light spectrum.
o Better control of light patterns through omni-directional light output vs. directional
output.
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Advantages
Uses Solid State Volumetric Lighting Technology.
Provides optimal light in the spectrum that plants need most for efficient and healthy
growth.
Incredible uniformity of light distribution over the plant grow area, eliminating hot and
cold spots that inhibit uniform growth.
Designed to produce much better plant growth while using less wattage than
competitive technologies.
Replacement for High Pressure Sodium, Metal Halide, Fluorescent and LED grow lights.
Environmentally friendly Solid State Lighting Technology. (No heavy metal vapors,
HAZMAT materials or neuro-toxins).
No expensive light bulbs to replace.
Contains no moving parts to eliminate noise vibration and maintenance.
UL Certified, suitable for use in Damp Locations in US and Canada.
Patents and Patents Pending.
Designed and built in Michigan, USA.
Getting Started
Package Contents
(1) TotalGrow Light Fixture
(1) Product Information Card
(4) Mounting Hooks or (2) Hangers
Key Components
Key Components of Light Fixture:
o Power supply, cord & plug
o Heat sink
o Reflector
o 15 Solid State Volumetric Light Packages
o Mounting hooks or Hangers
The basic TG15A Fixture looks like:
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15 Solid State Volumetric Packages
Included are 15 proprietary Solid State Volumetric Light Packages, a high reflectivity
diffuse reflector providing uniform downward lighting, a heavy aluminum heat sink to
provide optimum thermal management and minimize heat buildup, a 150W power
supply with cord and mounting hooks or hangers.
Safety
The grow light fixture includes multiple Solid State Volumetric Light Packages. Do not
look directly into the grow light fixture or the SSVL Light Packages. Avoid direct eye
exposure to the light source while it is on.
To prevent the risk of shock, do not touch or handle the Solid State Volumetric Light
Packages, or any of the electrical components inside the fixture.
If a SSVL Light Package is damaged, immediately unplug the power from the source and
discontinue the use of the fixture.
This product is for indoor use only.
UL Certified, suitable for use in Damp Locations in US and Canada.
To prevent risk of fire, never use this product around combustible materials or
flammable atmospheres such as gasoline or flammable paints.
Use only extension cords employing grounded receptacles that accept the fixture’s plug.
Make sure the power cord & plug are never crimped or damaged.
Do not disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Ensure you are connecting the fixture to the proper voltage.
Never operate the fixture with a missing or damaged glass safety shield.
Unplug or turn off power to the fixture for installation, relocation, adjustments, or
cleaning.
There are no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt any repairs yourself. If repairs
should be required, please contact the original seller or email us your contact
information at [email protected].
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Installation
Carefully remove the contents from the box.
Before proceeding with the installation, please read and understand the instructions
listed on the Warning labels affixed to the fixture as well as additional safety
instructions listed in the "Safety" section in this document.
Mount the grow light fixture over the plants at your desired height using the following
method:
1. Depending on your fixture's heatsink, you may have "S-Hooks" or "Wire
Hangers" supplied for use with suspension mounting.
S-Hook Hanger
Wire Hanger
2. Whichever suspension method is used, ensure the suspension method is
rated for a Working Load Limit of 80lbs or higher.
3. When using the Wire Hangers for suspension mounting, ensure each wire
hanger leg is fully inserted into the fixture mounting channels.
Incorrect
Correct
4. For best product performance, ensure the fixture is level to the plant surface.
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Connect your fixture to the proper power source (See Product Specifications for power
requirements):
1. For fixtures supplied with an a/c power connector, plug the fixture into an
appropriate grounded power receptacle.
2.
3. For fixtures supplied without an a/c power connector, use of a cord strain
relief (such as the Hubbell SHC1022 cord connector) when wiring the fixture
into your conduit junction box may be required. Please consult your local
electrical building code(s) for specific requirements.
Hubbell SHC1022
Note: Some Volatile Organic Compound (VOC’s) emitted from commercially available products
can cause degradation in performance of the Solid State Volumetric Lighting Product. Locating
this product in areas where there is high concentration of the (below) listed VOC’s may
affect performance and the longevity of the product. Please see the maintenance section of
this manual for a listing of volatile organic compounds.
Maintenance
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. Never attempt any
repairs yourself to any of the lighting or electrical components. If repairs should be
required, please contact the original seller or email us your contact information at
[email protected].
Remove product from power before performing any maintenance.
Keep the heat sink free of dust and debris buildup. Use a dust brush and/or clean, dry
compressed air to blow dust from heat sink fins.
Clean reflector and lens with a clean damp cloth as needed.
Note: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) emitted from cleaning solvents can
penetrate the silicone lenses and encapsulates of LEDs. These VOCs in the silicone can
discolor when exposed to heat and high photonic energy of an LED. The result can
produce significant loss of light output or color shift from an LED.
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The following is a list of chemicals that contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’S)
that will cause harm to the performance of this product. Use of these chemical or
chemical types MAY VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. The below list may not be
all inclusive, please see our website http://www.totalgrowlight.com/ for the most
complete and up to date list of VOC’s.
Classification /Type
Acids
Chemical Name
Hydrochloric Acid, Sulfuric Acid, Nitric Acid, Phosphoric Acid,
Found In Some
Cleaners, cutting fluids
Organic acids
Acetic acid
RTV silicones, cutting
fluids, degreasers,
adhesives
Bases
Sodium Hydroxide, Ammonia, Potassium Hydroxide, Amines
Detergents, cleaners
Solvents & Cleaners
Ethers, Glycol Ether , Ketones, MEK (methyl ethyl ketone), MIBK
(methyl isobutyl ketone), Aldehydes, formaldehyde, Xylene, Toluene,
Benzene, Isopropyl alcohol (IPA), Gasoline, Dichloromethane
Petroleum, Paint, Mineral Spirits, Tetracholoromethane
Cleaners, mineral spirits,
petroleum, paint,
gasoline
Oil / Lubricant
Petroleum, Silicone Oil, Kerosene
Coating / Potting
DCA sCC3, HT902
Rubber / Plastic Seal
Low Molecular
Weight Organics
(VOC's)
Butadiene rubber, Butyl rubber, Chlorinated Polyethylene, Chlorobutyl,
Chlorosulphonated Rubber, Epichlorhydrin, Polyethylene
Acetates & Acetones, Aldehydes, Aldehydes, Acrylates, Dienes,
Cyanoacrylate
Superglue, Loctite
adhesives, threadlockers
and activators, common
glues, conformal
coatings
Petroleum Oils
Liquid hydrocarbons
Machine oil, lubricants
Non-petroleum Oils
Siloxanes, fatty acids
Silicone oil, lard, linseed
oil, castor oil
Oxidizers/Reducers
Sulfur compounds
gaskets, paints, sealants,
petroleum byproducts
Structural Plastics
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Polycarbonate (PC),
Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene (gPPs) ,
Thermal Compound
Halogen compounds
Other / Misc.
Graphite Gasket, Non-silicon thermal grease, Thermal transfer grease
(silicone based), Thermal transfer tape (with or without adhesives)
Cl, F,or Br containing organic and inorganic compounds
solder fluxes/pastes,
flame retardants
Halogenated hydrocarbons (containing F, Cl, Br
elements)/miscellaneous, Tetradecylamine, Trimethylhexamethylene
Diamine
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Product Notes
Available Models
o TG15A - 150W Grow Light Fixture
o Also see TG1A – 11W Light Bulb
Product Specifications
Item
TG15A-0x
TG15A-1x
Agriculture (Grow)
15
155W
Agriculture (Grow)
15
155W
1003
1003
Input Voltage
Power Frequency of Driver
Power Efficiency of Driver1
Power Factor (PF) Typical
100 to 120 VAC
50 ~ 60 Hz
89.5%
0.99
100 to 277 VAC
50 ~ 60 Hz
91.5%
0.96
Chord Length (AC Input)
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Service Temperature
Projected Service Life2
10ft
-5F to 100F
15% - 85% RH
75F
30,000 hours
10ft
-5F to 100F
15% - 85% RH
75F
30,000 hours
8.0”
7¾“
32”
16
10
10.5
36
8.0”
7¾“
32”
16
10
10.5
36
Damp
UL Listed
Damp
UL Listed
Application
Number of SSVL Light Packages
Fixture Power Consumption
Light Spectrum
Light Fixture - Height (inches)
Light Fixture - Width (inches)
Light Fixture - Length (inches)
Light Fixture – Weight (pounds)
Standard Package - Height (inches)
Standard Package - Width (inches)
Standard Package - Length (inches)
Dry/Damp/Wet Rating
UL Std. 8750
Notes:
1.
2.
Measured at full load at 25°C ambient temperature after the unit is thermally stabilized.
Service life represents the number of hours when 50% of a group of identical light fixtures reaches 70% of its
initial lumens at the given service temperature.
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Light Spectrum
TotalGrow Broadband Spectrum 1003
Blue Photons
(400-499nm)
Green-Yellow Photons
(500-599nm)
o Drive dense plant growth
o Support plant health and
appearance
o Support root development
and nutrient production
o Stimulate chlorophyll
production and gas
exchange
Orange-Red Photons
(600-700nm)
Far Red Photons
(701-750nm)
o Provide the least amount o Are most efficient at
o Support total plant
of growth per photon
driving plant growth
function
o Provide the best
o Provide the best
o Enhance the efficiency
penetration for subchlorophyll absorption
of the
canopy growth
o Are critical for
photosynthetically
o Enable visual health
flowering and day
efficient wavelengths
assessment
length control
Broad Spectrum: Every plant and growing situation is unique. TotalGrow features uniquely broad
spectral coverage around critical peak regions to meet and exceed virtually any needs!
The TotalGrow spectrum has been critically tailored to meet the greatest needs of growers.
The ratio of broad-spectrum red:blue light increases the overall efficiency of the light by
matching the peaks of the photosynthetic action spectrum while balancing in
photomorphogenic requirements of plants. Put simply, this spectrum grows the plant more
efficiently while maintaining or improving the way it looks. Our significant blue proportion
will encourage plant density and bushiness that a lower proportion will not achieve. Large
amounts of green and yellow photons are an inefficient source of energy for plant growth.
However, a small amount to complete the spectrum aids growers in visually assessing plants,
helps penetrate to sustain leaves below the initial canopy and provides aesthetic appeal for
workers by “whitening” the light. The addition of far red (701-750nm) further supports total
plant functions while actually enhancing the efficiency of the already photosynthetically
efficient wavelengths.
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Light Output & Coverage
Multiple (Surrounded) Fixtures
Average µmole/m2/s Effective PAR by Spacing
Short Side Centers
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
5 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
6 3 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
7 4 4 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
8 5 5 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 10
9 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 10
10 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 9 10
11 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 9 10
12 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 10
13 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
Long Side Centers
Long Side Centers
Average µmole/m2/s Effective PAR by Spacing
Short Side Centers
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
3 432 288 216 173 144 123 108 96 86 79
4 324 216 162 130 108 93 81 72 65 59
5 259 173 130 104 86 74 65 58 52 47
6 216 144 108 86 72 62 54 48 43 39
7 185 123 93 74 62 53 46 41 37 34
8 162 108 81 65 54 46 40 36 32 29
9 144 96 72 58 48 41 36 32 29 26
10 130 86 65 52 43 37 32 29 26 24
11 118 79 59 47 39 34 29 26 24 21
12 108 72 54 43 36 31 27 24 22 20
13 100 66 50 40 33 28 25 22 20 18
Default Spacing/Heights
Default Spacing/Heights
Optimum (university recommended) general
supplemental light level of 50 µmole/m2/s
effective PAR
Optimum (university recommended) general
supplemental light level of 50 µmole/m2/s
effective PAR
Common supplemental lighting range
actually provided is approximately 20-40
µmole/m2/s effective PAR
Common supplemental lighting range
actually provided is approximately 20-40
µmole/m2/s effective PAR
Sole lighting (100% artificial) levels generally
100-300 µmole/m2/s effective PAR
Sole lighting (100% artificial) levels generally
100-300 µmole/m2/s effective PAR
The TotalGrow TG15A fixture achieves maximum uniformity and efficiency when used within
a grid of fixtures with overlapping light patterns. The charts above demonstrate the average
light intensity achieved and the minimum hanging height needed to maintain high uniformity
at various fixture spacings. Color coding is used to show the range of options for sole source
(no sunlight) lighting, high quality supplemental (with sunlight) lighting and lower but
common supplemental lighting levels. Higher light intensities will almost always have a
benefit, but at some point this will be outweighed by costs. Yellow options provide slightly
more optimized uniformity, though all displayed options will be quality choices. For example,
when growing in a greenhouse, raising a crop with substantial benefit from high light levels,
and having support structures that would allow heights of 5-9 feet between the bottom of the
fixture and top of the plant canopy, the best options would be lights on 6’x8’ centers or 7’x9’
centers at 5 or 6 feet heights, respectively. However, if support structures already exist every
10 feet this can be adjusted to 5’x10’ or 6’x10’ at 7 feet high for a more convenient and still
highly effective arrangement. The lowest acceptable heights will help prevent light from being
wasted along the edges of grow areas.
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When using a fixture without this benefit, consult the following tables and figures to decide on
a usage style. The numbers shown above can be improved by using reflective barriers around a
grow area to approach the estimates provided for multiple fixtures above. If reflective
walls/edges are not used, decide whether it is more important for you to use as much light as
possible (first table/graphic) or to avoid less well illuminated corners and edges (second
table/graphic).
Single Fixtures
Single Fixture - Priority: Light Usage (min light > 35% center intensity)
Height Center Intensity
Area
Area Intensity
Area
Avg. Hourly Light
(ft)
(umole*m-2*s-1)*
(ft)
Average*
Range*
(DLI/hr)**
1
466
3x2
305
180-466
1.10
1.5
243
4x2.5
149
84-243
0.54
2
151
5x3
89
49-151
0.32
3
73
7x4.5
44
23-73
0.16
4
43
8.5x6
26
13-43
0.09
5
28
10x7
18
8.5-28
0.06
6
20
12x8
13
6-20
0.05
7
15
13x9
10
4.5-15
0.03
8
12
15x10
8
3.5-12
0.03
9
10
16x11
6
3-9.5
0.02
10
8
17x12
5
2.5-8
0.02
Single Fixture - Priority: Light Uniformity (min light > 50% center intensity)
Height Center Intensity
Area
Area Intensity
Area
Avg. Hourly Light
(ft)
(umole*m-2*s-1)*
(ft)
Average*
Range*
(DLI/hr)**
1
466
2.5x1.5
360
324-466
1.29
1.5
243
3.5x2
174
148-243
0.63
2
151
4x2.5
104
84-151
0.38
3
73
5.5x3.5
51
38-73
0.18
4
43
7x5
30
22-43
0.11
5
28
8x6
20
14-28
0.07
6
20
9x7
15
10-20
0.05
7
15
10x8
11
7.5-15
0.04
8
12
12x9
9
5.5-12
0.03
9
10
13x10
7
4.5-9.5
0.03
10
8
14x11
6
3.5-8
0.02
*units in effective umoles*m-2*s-1 = 140% measured PAR due to spectral effectiveness (see “Light Spectrum”).
**units in effective moles*m-2*hr-1 = 140% measured PAR due to spectral effectiveness (see “Light Spectrum”).
Multiply by hours/day runtime for DLI boost.
Single fixture heights above 4’ not recommended for a significant growth boost.
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